You can find the whole world in Los Angeles. It's possible to find a comfortable niche whether the place you call home is New York, New Mexico or New Delhi, whether you are a student, professor or staff employee, and whether or not cost is your paramount consideration.Housing is readily available, but the pleasant climate and the growth of Los Angeles as an international center have created an expensive real estate market. Over the years, the University has relied on the private sector to provide housing for UCLA's population. The majority of all UCLA students live off campus: in local apartments, houses, coops, rooms in private homes, or at home with parents or relatives. (Detailed information about housing options for students is provided in the Housing Options Brochure available from the Community Housing Office).

Apartments. Those located closer to campus tend to be the most expensive. The further from campus students live, the more reasonable the rent. However, most single students in private housing choose to live within five miles of campus. The average rate for one-bedroom apartments is $1200 in Westwood, and $1281 in West Los Angeles and Santa Monica. Studios start at about $850. Houses. Some are available, but be prepared to pay several thousand dollars in start-up costs. Monthly rent is $1600 to $3000 for two and three bedrooms within five miles of campus. Shared Housing. Most students who live off campus have roommates; it's the most realistic way of dealing with high rents. Tenants who need roommates and roommates who need rooms both advertise in the Community Housing Office. Rooms In Private Homes. Many private homeowners in West Los Angeles rent rooms to UCLA affiliates. Rent starts at about $500 a month. Rooms In Exchange For Services. Services generally include housework, child care, or running errands in exchange for reduced rent. Be sure and get the full agreement in writing to avoid future misunderstandings. Short Term Housing. If you are coming from out of town, you may need a place to stay while you are looking for an apartment. Temporary housing is available at local hotels and motels, student hostels, fraternities and sororities (summer), sublets (usually summer), and rooms in private homes. You can request a printout of listings from the Community Housing Office.

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