In the charming upscale South Pasadena, 10 miles from downtown Los Angeles
About this apartment rental
400sq ft upstairs studio that can comfortably accommodate 4 people. *Update: It’s been 2 years in the making, but we finally got permits to renovate our detached garage. Your VRBO space (and our house) will not be part of the renovation. You will be impacted in two ways though. 1) There may be construction noise during daytime, working hours. 2) You will not be able to park in our garage space, but can still easily get a street parking permit for overnight parking. Street parking is plentiful. The parking section below has all the details. Location: Quick walk to Garfield Park and many restaurants of South Pasadena. Amenities: I am often home during the day and am happy to help you make your stay more comfortable. Just let us know if you need to borrow anything like an iron, kitchen supplies, etc. Age appropriate toys can be provided for little ones as well. Bed configuration: The couch by day, is a single bed on top with a single roll out bed underneath. Both are equipped with high quality mattresses. There is also a small bonus room with a lower-than-normal ceiling with a futon. We also have a small pack-n-play crib we can set up for you. Kitchen: The kitchen is suitable for snacks and light meals but is not fully equipped for grandiose dinners. There is a microwave, toaster oven, Keurig machine, a plug in stovetop burner, sink and mini fridge. There is not a full oven. If you are missing anything, we can bring you supplies from our kitchen. Parking: During the day, you are allowed to park on the street, and that is most convenient. Please leave the parking spot directly in front of our house free for the daycare families. At night, South Pasadena does not allow parking on the street for more than 30 minutes from 2am to 6am without a permit. You can easily get a parking permit from the kiosk at the police department down the street for just $2 per day. The location is half a mile away at 1422 Mission Street. The kiosk area to buy the tickets is open 24/7. You can only get 1, 2, or 3 days at a time, so you will have to revisit the Police Department if you are staying longer. You can learn more about the overnight street parking permit by googling South Pasadena Parking Permit. If you know what car you’ll be using, you can print your parking pass ahead of time to display on your dashboard. If you’ll be renting a car, you can either stop by the kiosk at 1422 Mission St. (open 24/7) or order online and simply write on a piece of paper your confirmation number to display on your dashboard. *Our detached garage is under renovation and we will not have parking on-site available. There may also be construction noise during daytime, working hours. We apologize in advance for the inconvenience. Transportation: While Los Angeles doesn’t have a superb public transit system, we are near the Metro Gold line. It’s a 17 minute walk (0.7 miles/1.1km) to the Metro Gold line directly down Mission Street past the cute shops and restaurants. It’s a pleasant, flat walk. This can take you to Union Station (the main railway station) and throughout the area. The (probably not very helpful) bus line 176 also stops right next to our home. Despite these public transportation options, I’d recommend ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lift if you don’t have a car. They are very prevalent in the area and a convenient way to get around. Insider tips: We love living in South Pasadena. We are just a 10-minute walk to downtown “South Pas” and a 5-minute drive to downtown Pasadena. We live in a great walking town, with interesting houses, green space, and restaurants. It is not crowded, has easy-to-find parking, yet there is always something going on. The supermarkets are just a few blocks away and a fabulous park is just down the street. You can drive to downtown LA in 25 minutes and 45-60 minutes to various beaches, then come back to a peaceful, yet vibrant, neighborhood. We can give you ideas of where to eat or shop nearby. Our guests seem to enjoy the peaceful neighborhood and it's proximity to restaurants, shops and parks. While the guest suite annex is on the older side, people seem to love the cheerful and airy feel it has and appreciate the space they have to spread out a bit.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(5 Reviews)
5.0
South Pasadena Gem
Excellent choice for a short stay in Pasadena. Close to METRO light rail Gold line. Close to restaurants, shopping, bars, etc.
Unit has everything including a small deck to enjoy So Cal sunsets.
5.0
Staying with the Phongs felt like staying with extended family. We felt safe and welcomed. Julia went out of her way to accommodate my family. We will be returning in a few months for pilot season, we're looking forward to seeing the Phongs family again!
5.0
Extended family.
Staying with the Phongs felt like staying with extended family. We felt safe and welcomed. Julia went out of her way to accommodate my family. We will be returning in a few months for pilot season, we're looking forward to seeing the Phongs family again!
5.0
Location Location Location
Julia has a beautiful home in a picturesque, family-friendly part of Pasadena. It is even better in person. We were pleasantly surprised to find a gorgeous park just across the street from the house for our daughter to enjoy.
Julia was kind enough to lend us a high-chair, pack & play, and toys for our daughter to use during our stay. It made things so much easier for us and was a huge help.
In general, Julia is very thoughtful and pays attention to detail. There were cans of La Croix and bottled waters in the fridge, a new loofah and other toiletries in the bathroom.
The home is a 10 minute drive from popular Colorado Blvd shops, 40 minutes from Disneyland and 35 minutes from Santa Monica without traffic. It was the perfect location for our vacation in Southern California.
If you're like me, I was particularly concerned about parking. I think Julia errs on the safe side when describing the size of her garage but we rented a mid-size SUV (Hyundai Santa Fe) and it was not a tight fit at all. We had no issues.
As mentioned in the listing, there are stairs and there isn't a TV. Not a deal-breaker but important to mention. The sliding door is also a bit difficult to open and close and requires some strength. The stovetop is virtually unusable. We planned on cooking a few meals in to save some money but weren't able to do so. We tried cooking an egg and an hour and a half later it still hadn't cooked.
I still rate Julia's rental as 5 stars. The location and value cannot be beat!
5.0
Muy bonito!
Un lugar precioso y tranquilo para visitar. Lo recomiendo mucho. Julia es muy amable y generosa; la casa es muy acogedora, situada en un lugar perfecto para mi. La estancia ha sido toda una experiencia. Gracias!
5.0
Small Respite Lands a Big Punch!
This hidden jewel was more than advertised. Modern with upbeat decor, organized, comfortable and cozy, in a gracious and friendly neighborhood, walkable to Mission Street town area. There are no negatives here. Thank you to Julia and family!!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in South Pasadena?
The average price for a rental in South Pasadena is $183 per night. This rental is $63 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at In the charming upscale South Pasadena, 10 miles from downtown Los Angeles. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is In the charming upscale South Pasadena, 10 miles from downtown Los Angeles pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at In the charming upscale South Pasadena, 10 miles from downtown Los Angeles?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony / patio.
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