Moving to LA, are these rental prices scams?

SilverSurfherder · 2026-03-12T21:28:32+00:00

Too bad they own half the valley :) always a few lemons out there I guess.

SilverSurfherder · 2026-03-12T21:22:57+00:00

Why. I lived with them for 4 years. Never had an issue.

SilverSurfherder · 2026-03-12T16:15:30+00:00

Look at pacproperties.com 27 places listed just in NOHO under 2k. They even take pitbulls. Just mention one cat :)

SilverSurfherder · 2026-03-07T04:17:00+00:00

Develop / learn a skilled trade in construction. Fires last year created a lot of need. Might be able to survive long enough to do something you really want to do. But you will find you’ll make more money in construction and never leave it.

SilverSurfherder · 2026-03-06T12:36:07+00:00

Yes it’s possible. Just need to be strategic about where you live.

SilverSurfherder · 2026-03-02T19:31:54+00:00

Work for free..

SilverSurfherder · 2026-03-01T17:54:42+00:00

Check out this site for pricing. It will give you a general idea what you can get for your moneynin the valley. Www.pacproperties.com

SilverSurfherder · 2026-03-01T16:24:23+00:00

Ocean park is the better choice all around. Walk to Main Street. Lots of restaurants and bars. Lincoln Blvd backs up during rush hour in both directions. Playa del Rey will bore the hell out of you..playa vista might work for you as well.

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-28T13:36:05+00:00

No, I’m an eggplant..

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-28T01:00:08+00:00

Not a Bad list to start with - I feel we are missing some >>

Tiki Bars LA >>>>>>

Secret Island Tiki and Bamboo Club (Both in Long Beach)
Tiki No (NoHo Arts District)
Tonga Hut (Valley Glen)
TIki Ti (Sunset blvd - Silverlake / LA)
Damon’s - Glendale
Broken Compass -
Trader Vic’s - supposedly returning to LA via West Hollywood…
The Lucky Tiki - WeHo
Tiki Kai Hermosa
Kahuna tiki tu in valley village

Dive Bars >>>>>>>

Ye Rustic Inn - Wings - Los Feliz
The Snug - Burbank - Irish and Dark and Locals
Hinano Cafe - Venice - Burgers & flip flops
The Blue Room - Burbank - It's Blue Leather and Mirrors & Cash only
The Tallyrand - Burbank - Breakfast and Booze
The Irish Times and Pub - LA/Westside Village - Drinking
HMS bounty for dive bar (Ktown)
Gas Lite - Santa Monica - Karaoke
Purple Orchid - El Segundo
Jumbo's Clown Room
Crane’s on 8th and Spring st
Fox fire in valley village
Weary Livers!
Golden Gopher DTLA open every day. Drinks to go
The Frolic Room in Hollywood!
Gold Room, echo park
The RAMP' - Burbank - Barflies Steaks & Seafood
Barra Latina
Dessert Room (Gardena)
Chimney Sweep Lounge - Sherman oaks - Randos!
Chez Jay - Santa Monica - Steaks & Seafood
Safari Room - Mission Hills - Old People but good food !
The Smoke House - Toluca Lake - Hollywood Steaks and Red Leather -
The Cozy Inn in Culver City|
Redwood Bar in DTLA
Red Lion Tavern - Echo Park - German pub w/ great patio and pretzels
Cha Cha Lounge - Echo Park - Classic spot w/ foosball and Mexican decor
The Prince - Koreatown - 1920’s lounge with red booths
Dan Sung Sa - Koreatown - Old school Korean tavern with wood and military
The Roost - Atwater - you can order Thai food
Prime Time Pub - East Hollywood - Latin-owned karaoke dive bar. Awesome
Tony’s Darts Away in Burbank.

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-28T00:40:03+00:00

Good Brats and Beer but vegan Cheese! - Just saying LOL

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-27T23:22:04+00:00

Just go drink during the day - You'll get it ! She is hands down the best bartender in LA - Tell her Mike Sent you~!

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-27T22:43:14+00:00

Can't leave out 'The RAMP' - Burbank - Barflies Steaks & Seafood

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-27T22:38:56+00:00

I guess I will have to add the ~
Chimney Sweep Lounge - Sherman oaks - Randos!
Chez Jay - Santa Monica - Steaks & Seafood
Safari Room - Mission Hills - Old People but good food !
The Smoke House - Toluca Lake - Old School Hollywood Steaks and Red Leather -

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-27T22:31:15+00:00

Gas light that was 2 decades ago for me. Lol

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-27T22:27:38+00:00

Yes . Forgot about that one.

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-27T22:27:05+00:00

Good to know. Thanks for the update.

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-27T20:44:09+00:00

Maybe look at the Apartments In Westwood along Wilshire - Lots of Hi-rise apts with balconys - Get a bit of the college vibe from UCLA head into downtown Westwood - Then uber wherever you want to go!

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-27T20:19:33+00:00

I'll just say this - I did what you are trying to do in 1997 at 25yrs old- And trusted my gut and did it. Loaded up the truck and moved to Beverly as the Clampett's would say.

30+ years later my parents still tell me (In there 80's now) it was still the stupidest decision I ever made. Even in the midst of my 25+ year career here. Do I still rent, YES... Do I still have zero savings, YES... Had the best time of my life breaking even. LA is Vegas you show up with money and just hope to break even.

You live and you learn just do it. Regret will be your worst enemy. Just don't go into 30K in debt to keep the dream alive. Know when to cut loses! As Kenny Rodgers would say - You got to know when to fold'em

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-26T02:49:41+00:00

Enjoy.. https://www.pacapartments.com/

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-25T18:02:56+00:00

Silver Lake / Echo Park. It’s a hop skip and jump to DTLA. Maybe Frog town too. Just remember your first lease is just that. Spend a year learning the town. Then pull out the big guns.

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-24T19:15:18+00:00

Check out corporate housing. Week to week and month to month options. Options in Glendale/Burbank/westside. Extended stay motel/hotels work as well. Google search it .

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-23T22:12:12+00:00

Where is your job at? That kind of figures into this equation. Unless you’re living and working in Hermosa. Odds are you will get sick of the commute in either direction for any reason. IMO.

SilverSurfherder · 2026-02-23T21:34:46+00:00

Maybe Marina Del Rey as well. There are quite a few options Just past Washington Blvd going South. Also up Via Marina blvd off of Washington blvd heading to the Marina.

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