FAQ
Maintenance
| Apartments are turned after every move out to ensure a clean and easy move in; this includes a fresh coat of paint and thorough professional cleaning. |
Residents are not required to be present for work to be performed.
Yes, Occidental Apartments has on-site maintenance available to help with issues.
In order to get help with a repair or an issue in the unit, residents can create a maintenance request online explaining the issue and its priority.
| Contact management if you are locked out during office hours, or contact maintenance if locked out during off hours. |
Amenities
| There is no assigned parking at Occidental Apartments, but there is street parking available. |
Occidental Apartments has a laundry center, BBQ, and A/C. Please visit the Amenities page for more information.
Yes, Occidental Apartments is a pet-friendly community. Please contact us for breed restrictions and further information.
Every apartment at the Occidental Apartments has stainless steel appliances, a microwave, a dishwasher, a refrigerator, individual A/C, and hardwood floors.
No, the Occidental Apartments does not offer furnished apartments.
Administrative
Most applications will be approved or denied within 2 business days.
Yes, the combined income of a household must be at least 2.5x monthly rent for approval.
| Residents may pay rent via check, credit card, or electronic payment. |
| Residents have the option to pay an additional $13 a month for renters insurance or use a 3rd party insurance. |
No, residents are responsible for the duration of their lease terms.
Please set up your utilities directly with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), Ratio Utility Billing (RUBS) and your preferred internet/cable provider.
| No utilities are included in your rent. Electricity payments are paid directly through LADWP. While both water and trash are on a RUBS program. |
Location
The property is located close to public transportation, bus lines, and the metro station. Please visit the MAPS page for more details.
| The Occidental Apartments are located in the heart of the city, this property is part of the Rampart Village neighborhood, right off W 3rd Street. For directions, please visit our Maps page. |
Occidental Apartments is located within the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District).
Los Angeles has many distinct neighborhoods to choose from and has something for everyone. A city built on reinvention, LA offers a patchwork of communities, each with its own food scene, culture, and pulse, that give residents the freedom to find exactly the kind of home base they are looking for. Here are some of the best places to live when you're looking for a Los Angeles, CA apartment for rent:
Koreatown/Rampart Village
Sitting at the geographic center of Los Angeles, this area offers a level of connectivity that's hard to match, with the 101 freeway, Wilshire Boulevard, and Metro rail all running through or nearby. The surrounding streets are alive with Korean BBQ spots, late-night cafes, karaoke venues, and cultural landmarks that give the area a genuinely electric energy. Occidental Apartments puts residents right in the middle of it all.
Westlake/MacArthur Park
Bordering Rampart Village to the east, Westlake is a densely urban neighborhood centered around the expansive MacArthur Park, one of central LA's largest green spaces. It's a culturally layered community with strong transit links and an authentic, neighborhood-first character that appeals to renters who value substance over scenery.
Echo Park
Positioned between Downtown and Silver Lake, Echo Park has long been a landing spot for creative types, musicians, and young professionals drawn to its lakeside setting, independent businesses, and unpretentious neighborhood feel. The housing stock mixes Spanish-style apartments with classic craftsman homes, giving the area a visual warmth you don't find in newer parts of the city.
Downtown Los Angeles
The transformation of DTLA over the past decade has been remarkable. Today it's home to the Arts District, Grand Central Market, Little Tokyo, the Broad museum, and some of the city's best new restaurants and bars. For renters who want to be at the center of LA's urban revival, Occidental Apartments offers a quick commute via the 101 or the Metro.
Los Angeles offers an unmatched lifestyle that blends year-round sunshine, world-class dining, a thriving arts and entertainment scene, and some of the most culturally rich neighborhoods in the country. Whether you're drawn by career opportunities, neighborhood character, or simply the appeal of California living, here are some of the things that make LA stand out:
Ideal Location
Occidental Apartments sits just off Wilshire Boulevard near the 101 freeway in Rampart Village, a central address that puts residents within a short drive or Metro ride of Hollywood, Downtown, USC, and major medical and entertainment employers across the basin. The Wilshire/Vermont Metro Station provides reliable rail access for car-free commuting.
Outdoor Adventures
Lafayette Park, just blocks away, offers tennis courts, a soccer field, a skate park, and a community recreation center, a rare amenity right in the heart of central LA. MacArthur Park Lake and Vista Hermosa Natural Park are also nearby, and Griffith Park's miles of trails, the Los Angeles Zoo, and the Greek Theatre are all accessible for a day out.
Premium Living
The neighborhood puts residents within reach of some of LA's best food, entertainment, and culture. Koreatown's legendary dining corridor, the boutique shops and cafes of Larchmont Village, and the concert venues and sports arenas of Downtown are all a short ride away, giving residents a range of options for every mood and occasion.
Local Community
There's a lived-in authenticity to Rampart Village that you don't find in trendier parts of the city. It's a neighborhood shaped by decades of immigrant culture, local business ownership, and community resilience, where Korean, Latino, and international influences coexist in a way that makes daily life genuinely interesting.
There are many fun activities to do in Los Angeles! Occidental Apartments' Rampart Village location places residents in the middle of a dense network of dining, entertainment, and cultural destinations, with Wilshire Boulevard and the 101 freeway providing quick connections across the city. Major attractions and activities in the area include:
- Korean BBQ dining corridor (Park's BBQ, Quarters BBQ, and more)
- The Wiltern
- Koreatown Plaza shopping and food court
- Lafayette Park and Recreation Center
- MacArthur Park Lake
- Wi Spa
- Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park
- Echo Park Lake
- Larchmont Village shops and dining
- Walt Disney Concert Hall
- Dodger Stadium
- Crypto.com Arena
Occidental Apartments is close to Los Angeles' top employers. The property's Rampart Village address, positioned just off Wilshire Boulevard with 101 freeway access and Metro rail nearby, puts a wide range of healthcare, education, entertainment, and public sector employers within easy reach, including:
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- Kaiser Permanente
- UCLA Health
- Children's Hospital Los Angeles
- University of Southern California
- Los Angeles Unified School District
- NBCUniversal / Universal Studios Hollywood
- Netflix
At Occidental Apartments, you'll find a variety of amenities that make living in vibrant Los Angeles even better. Thoughtful design and smart use of space make these renovated studios and one-bedrooms feel like a genuine retreat from the energy of the city outside:
Light-Filled Interiors with Modern Finishes
Expansive balcony doors bring natural light deep into each residence throughout the day, complementing the hardwood floors, black stainless-steel appliances, and granite-style counters throughout. The open kitchen layout with contemporary white cabinetry makes everyday cooking feel like part of the home's design.
Private Balconies and Generous Storage
Each apartment includes its own private balcony, a rare feature at this price point in central LA, along with spacious mirrored closets and abundant cabinet space that make it easy to stay organized in a compact footprint.
Covered Parking and On-Site Laundry
Assigned covered parking removes one of the city's most common daily frustrations, while the on-site laundry facility keeps things convenient without needing to leave the property. Air conditioning and cable are included, so there's nothing to sort out before move-in day.
Pet-Friendly with Short-Term Leasing Available
Occidental Apartments welcomes pets, and Lafayette Park and MacArthur Park Lake nearby provide outdoor space for four-legged residents. Short-term leasing options offer the kind of flexibility that makes this community a strong fit for professionals, newcomers, and anyone in transition.
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