Overview and Location
1515 Selby Avenue is a student residence located in Los Angeles, specifically in the 90024 zip code area. The property sits in a residential neighborhood near Westwood Village, which is known for its shops, restaurants, and services within walking distance. The exact address is Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA.
The building is classified as a branded independent house with both 7-bedroom units and house-style living. It is part of the wider student housing market in Los Angeles, where 98 properties are currently listed. The residence includes amenities such as laundry facilities, bills included in the rent, and WiFi. However, at the time of data collection, the property was marked as not available for booking.
The location is within reach of major universities in the city, particularly the large public university campus in Westwood and the university campus in South Los Angeles. Residents regularly mention the convenience of being close to Westwood Village for daily errands.
Who Will Enjoy This Residence (and Who Might Not)
This residence is well suited for students who value community living and shared spaces. The floor plan is based on a seven-bedroom configuration, meaning you will share common areas like the kitchen, living room, and bathrooms with several other residents. If you enjoy socialising, making new friends, and living in a collaborative environment, this type of setup can be a good fit. The reviews consistently describe the community as friendly and warm.
The property is also a strong choice for students who prioritise spacious rooms. Verified residents note that the rooms are “well planned and spacious.” If you need a larger private space within a shared house, this may work better than cramped apartment-style dorms.
That said, this residence is less suitable for students who want a completely private unit with a personal bathroom or kitchen. The seven-bedroom layout means you will have limited privacy in shared facilities. It is also not ideal for those who prefer a quiet, solitary living environment — the house is designed for group interaction, and the review mentions it is a great way to “ease into the prospect of city living” with other students.
Additionally, if you are on a very tight budget, note that the property’s price was not listed at the time of writing. The lowest monthly rent for any student property in Los Angeles in the same data set is 725 USD (indicative — confirm with the operator). Without a confirmed price, you should check whether this house fits your budget compared to other options.
What Verified Residents Say
Three verified residents have shared their experiences. Here are their verbatim comments:
Resident 1 (rating 4.0):
“The rooms in this student accommodation are well planned and spacious which make for a great living experience. The staff here is very great and they have always helped me with all my troubles and worries. The people here are also very warm and welcoming. I would sternly recommend this to all the students looking for a”
Resident 2 (rating 4.0):
“Selby Avenue is located near Westwood Village, with all necessities for living a short distance away. The furnished rooms and apartments are stylishly incorporated with consideration for comfortability and convenience! It’s also a great way for students to make friends and ease into the prospect of city living with ton”
Resident 3 (rating 4.0):
“This was the perfect place to live during my time in college. The community was friendly, and the apartment was comfortable and spacious. The location was also very convenient. Kudos to team amber for recommending this amazing place and making my college experience great.”
Across these reviews, three themes emerge: the rooms are spacious and well designed, the staff and community are supportive and friendly, and the location near Westwood Village is highly convenient. The average rating across all given reviews is 4.0 out of 5. The ratings from verified residents on the platform (not Google) show a score of 4.0 for internet, location, getting around, and value for money — all good indicators for prospective tenants.
Price Positioning and Room Types
The exact monthly rent for 1515 Selby Avenue was not published in the data. However, the required deposit is 1,450 USD (indicative — confirm with the operator). For context, the cheapest monthly rent among all 98 student properties listed in Los Angeles in the same source is 725 USD (indicative). Because this property offers larger rooms in a seven-bedroom house with included bills and WiFi, the actual rent may be above that entry-level figure. You should confirm the full monthly rate directly with the operator before making any decisions.
The available unit types are:
- 7-bedroom units (likely individual bedrooms in a shared seven-bedroom house or apartment)
- Branded independent house (a property operated under a known student housing brand, with house-style living)
The furnishings are included, and the rooms are described as “stylishly incorporated with consideration for comfortability and convenience.” Bills (electricity, water, gas, internet) are included in the rent, which simplifies monthly budgeting.
Because this is a seven-bedroom setup, you will be sharing common areas with up to six other students. If you prefer a smaller household, you may want to look at studio or one-bedroom options elsewhere. The property appears to be a single-family home converted for student use, which is common in the Westwood area.
Booking Timing and Availability
The property is currently listed with a “not_available” tag. This means that as of the data collection date, there were no open rooms for immediate booking. However, availability can change throughout the year as leases end and new rooms open up. If you are planning for the 2026–2027 academic year, it is essential to start checking early — typically, student housing in Los Angeles begins to fill from early spring for the fall semester.
Because this is a seven-bedroom house, the entire unit may be rented as a group, or individual rooms may be leased separately. If you have a group of friends, you could inquire about leasing the whole house. For individual booking, you will need to ask the operator about single-room availability.
The deposit of 1,450 USD is a one-time payment required to secure the room (indicative — confirm with the operator). Lease terms were not provided in the data, so you must clarify the minimum lease length directly.
Is this accommodation currently available for 2026/2027?
According to the listing data, the property is marked as not available. This may mean that all current rooms are occupied or that the listing is not active for new bookings. To find out whether any rooms will open for the 2026-2027 academic year, you should contact the operator directly or use the on-site assistant on the platform to check live availability. Availability can change at any time.
What is the deposit and what does the rent include?
The deposit is 1,450 USD (indicative — confirm with the operator). The rent includes several utilities: bills (likely electricity, water, gas, and trash) and WiFi. The building also provides laundry facilities. The exact monthly rent is not listed, so you will need to ask for a quote. Because bills are included, you will not have to set up separate accounts with utility companies.
How close is it to local universities?
The residence is located in Los Angeles, near Westwood Village. It is within a short distance of a major public university campus (often called the Westwood campus) and also within commuting range of another large university in South Los Angeles. Specific travel times depend on traffic and mode of transport. Many residents mention the convenience of walking to shops and services in Westwood Village. For exact distances and public transit routes, you should verify with a map or the operator.
Sources & data date: 2026-07
For the most up-to-date availability and pricing, please use the on-site assistant on the platform to check live information for your preferred move-in dates.
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