What $1,500 rents 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. We’ve found five rentals within $100 of today’s price, $1,500. Vote for your favorite below!

Courtesy of David Lu, Zillow

Koreatown

This 600-square-foot studio features plenty of storage space, hardwood floors, and an assigned parking spot. Utilities such as electricity, water, and trash, are paid by the landlord. The Metro station at Vermont and Beverly is just a few blocks away. It’s renting for $1,425.

Via Zaya Tserendondov, Zillow

Eagle Rock

This one-bedroom, one bath features had deep red wood flooring in the living room and bedroom, a dishwasher, and plenty of space to lounge in. It’s located near Occidental College and the 2 Freeway. It’s renting for $1,495.

Courtesy of Asher Arom, Zillow

Hollywood

Free cable and wifi? You read that correctly. This studio apartment in “the Copa” is located in walkable Franklin Village, with easy access to the core of Hollywood. The kitchen is small, but has new granite countertops and a built-in microwave. Plus: there’s a swimming pool. It rents for $1,490.

Via Kevin Manager, Zillow

Larchmont

Walking distance from Larchmont Village’s cute restaurants and shops, this cozy remodeled studio has hardwood floors, a full bath and kitchen, and free utilities included. The building also has a pool. Located directly across from Burns Park, it’s available for $1,495.

Westlake

There’s a 540-square-foot studio available in the glamorous, marble-clad Wilshire Royale, a 1920s building next to MacArthur Park with a striking black and white lobby. The apartment sports crown molding and dark wood floors. The building allows pets (with breed restrictions) and has a pool, but no parking. It’s renting for $1,575.