What $1,700 Can Rent You in Los Angeles Right Now

Welcome to Curbed Comparisons, where we explore what you can rent or buy for a certain dollar amount in various LA 'hoods. Is one man's studio another man's townhouse? Let's find out! Our friends at Zumper have helped us out with five listings within $100 of today's price: $1,700.

↑ This two-bedroom apartment along eastern Echo Park in Victor Heights offers the benefit of no upstairs neighbors, hardwood floors, and parking. The kitchen's been updated, though it doesn't say when, and the listing says the unit has lots of "Old World Charm," whatever that means. A fridge is included! Rent is $1,695.

↑ This two-bedroom apartment in Montecito Heights also has two full bathrooms, which is a definitely a bonus for anyone with roommates or kids. The luxury does not stop: the 985-square-foot unit comes with a fridge, a dishwasher, and a washer and dryer. There's also central air (see ya, swamp cooler!) and two tandem parking spaces. The complex has a gym and a pool. Rent is $1,795.

↑ This pet-friendly West Hollywood apartment is just west of Santa Monica and Crescent Heights and comes with parking. The apartment building has a small pool and on-site laundry. The one-bedroom unit measures 820 square feet and has a fair amount of storage space in the form of cabinets throughout the house and a standard closet. All the appliances are included and there are nice wood floors in the space. Rent is $1,795.

↑ Not a lot of details on this cool Fairfax one bedroom, but there are plenty of photos showing off its kitchen with colorful tile counters, built-in nooks in the hallway, and wood floors. There's at least one ceiling fan, and that plus the wall-mounted air conditioning unit ought to keep at least that one room in your house chilled. Rent is $1,795.

↑ Oooh, North Hollywood: 1,000 square feet and an intense, rock-encrusted fireplace? This place is downright princely! The two-bedroom apartment has wood floors, two balconies, central air conditioning, and gated parking for two cars. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, and there are on-site laundry facilities. Rent is $1,795.

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