UCLA rentals 5 to 10 minutes from campus: options a short drive away

Living a little farther out can open up more choices, and UCLA rentals 5 to 10 minutes from campus by car are a practical middle ground between paying for a spot right next to class and facing a long commute. Each listing in this post is listed as 5 to 10 minutes by car from campus, and you can see the rest of our current Westwood listings to compare.

It's the middle of November, so timing matters. Some of these places could work for a January move-in, while others are better suited to anyone already planning for next fall. Below you'll find four listings, what each one says about itself, and what to ask before you sign.

Begin your search at Off-Campus Universe, where you can browse current listings near Westwood.

Bright & Spacious 1-Bedroom Near UCLA is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment at 1507 Federal Ave in Los Angeles, listed at $2,150/month. It's unfurnished, posted by the owner, and offered on a 12-month lease. The listing says the building has a shared community pool and shared on-site laundry, that parking is available for an extra monthly fee, and that pets aren't allowed. The start date was listed as 10/21/2026, so confirm current availability with the owner.

Furnished 2BR/2BA Condo, Bus 17 to UCLA is a furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo at 11701 Texas Ave in Los Angeles, listed at $3,400/month. The owner posted it with a 9-month lease, and the timing is listed as now to June 30, 2027. The listing describes it as West LA / Sawtelle and says it has an in-unit washer-dryer and that the owner pays water, gas and trash. It also says pets are welcome for an added monthly fee, so ask for the exact terms.

LQQK Furnished Private room, SMC UCLA is a furnished private room at 12001 Ocean Park Blvd in Los Angeles, listed at $1,195/month on a short-term basis. The owner posted it, and the listing says rent includes all utilities and Wi-Fi, along with an in-unit washer and dryer. It describes the townhouse as sitting on the border of West LA and Santa Monica. The listed start date of 06/01/2026 has passed, so ask the owner whether the room is still open and for how long.

1615 Greenfield Avenue is a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath unit at 1615 Greenfield Ave in Los Angeles, listed at $3,950/month on a 12-month lease. It's unfurnished and posted by the owner. The listing describes a recently remodeled building in West Los Angeles / Westwood and says units have an in-unit washer and dryer. Its listed date of 11/21/2025 has long passed, so check which units are available now before you plan around it.

A quick look at these West Los Angeles options

All four listings are in Los Angeles, on the west side of the city, and all are listed as 5 to 10 minutes by car from campus. Prices range from $1,195/month for a furnished private room up to $3,950/month for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath unit, so there's a wide spread depending on how much space you need.

Every one of these was posted by an owner, which means you'd usually sign directly rather than taking over someone else's lease. That's useful if you want a clean start with your own lease dates. The lease terms still differ, though. Two are 12-month leases, one is a 9-month lease with a set end date, and one is short-term.

Furnishing is split evenly. The condo and the private room come furnished, while the 1 bedroom and the 2 bedroom unit don't. If you're only staying for part of the year, the furnished options could save you the cost and hassle of buying furniture. If you're staying longer, an unfurnished place might feel more like your own.

Laundry shows up in every description, which is worth noticing if you've lived somewhere without it. Three listings mention in-unit machines, and one mentions shared on-site laundry. Don't assume anything beyond what each listing says. Ask about parking, utilities and move-in costs directly.

Size is the other big variable. A private room, a 1 bedroom apartment and a 2 bedroom unit each suit a different situation, and the right one comes down to how many people you plan to live with. Work out the cost per person for each option before you decide which listing to contact first.

UCLA rentals 5 to 10 minutes from campus by car: making the commute work

Choosing among UCLA rentals 5 to 10 minutes from campus by car means thinking about how you'll actually get to class each day. A short drive is only part of the picture. You'll also want to know where you'll park, both at home and near campus, and what that costs each month.

Start by asking every lister about parking at the property. One listing says parking is available for an extra fee, another mentions tandem spaces for a fee, one mentions street parking, and one doesn't say. Those differences can add up over a full lease, so build parking into your monthly budget before you compare rents.

Next, line up the lease dates with your academic calendar. A lease that ends June 30, 2027 could fit someone who leaves for summer, while a 12-month lease suits anyone staying in the area year-round. If you're looking for January, focus on places that are open now and ask whether the owner will hold a unit for a later start.

It also helps to think about who you'll live with. A 2 bedroom unit split with a roommate can work out very differently on cost than a private room on your own. Talk through budgets, schedules and expectations with any future roommate before either of you signs.

Finally, give yourself a little time. Owners filling units for January often hear from several people at once, so have your questions ready, know your budget, and be prepared to share basic application details quickly once you've found a place that fits. Being organized makes a good first impression without rushing you into a lease you're unsure about.

Tips for signing in the Westwood area

• Ask each owner for a written breakdown of rent, deposit, parking and any utilities you'd pay, so you can compare the true monthly cost.

• If a listed move-in date has passed, message the owner to confirm what's open now and the earliest date you could move in.

• Check the pet, parking and laundry terms in the lease itself rather than relying on the listing summary alone.

• Keep copies of every message, application and receipt, and don't send money until you've seen the unit or a live video tour.

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