When Colleen Randall bought her house in 2016 for $174,000, she figured it was the perfect starter home. Then the past few years made the deal even sweeter: She doubled the square footage after redoing her unfinished basement. Now the three-bed, three-bath house in Hagerstown, Md., is worth at least $260,000. Refinancing in 2020 also lowered her mortgage rate from 3.25 to 2.75 percent and knocked off her private mortgage insurance.
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Need an easy place to get away in Los Angeles? We get it.
To say Los Angeles is a busy place is an understatement. The bustle of this West Coast city and the crazy traffic are just two things everyone from LA knows are going to cause some stress. Even though you can’t avoid them, you can give yourself the gift of tranquility by finding a Los Angeles apartment that provides a spot where you can get some peace.
It may not be the easiest amenity to track down, but as you figure out which LA neighborhood is perfect for you, keep an eye out.
We’ll get you started with these great apartments that offer all the best spa-like features you crave.
SOURCE: RENT. / THE PALAZZO AT PARK LA BREA
Picture this, you’ve had a long day and use the last of your energy for a workout in the Olympic-level fitness center at The Palazzo at Park La Brea. All you want to do now is soak in a peaceful and bubbly hot tub. Well, you can, thanks to the decadent on-site spa this property offers. Get ready to relax a little or a lot.
Located in Mid-Wilshire, this decadent community also has a saltwater swimming pool, garden and rooftop lounge.
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Give yourself a spa day right from home that starts in the roomy sauna at Rancho Los Feliz. From there you can take some time to sit and reflect among the mature trees and stone fireplace in the outdoor lounge before heading over to the pool for a cooling dip.
In Atwater Village, next door to the Los Feliz Golf Course, this area is a haven for hipsters thanks to its assortment of boutiques, coffee shops, bars and theaters. It’s a highly walkable area that’s closer to the 4,000 acres of open space that make up Griffith Park as well.
Source: Rent. / Museum Tower
There’s nothing like a good lounge for relaxing, and the one in Museum Tower has a massive light fixture that echos a starry sky. Multiple couches in soothing earth tones and a simplistic decor of stone vases make this space feel zen. It’s the perfect spot to wind down with friends or crack open a good book.
Situated in Downtown Los Angeles, Museum Tower offers plenty of amenities. You can take a dip in the heated outdoor pool before grilling out and enjoying the view on the rooftop lounge. There’s also a social room and fitness center.
Source: Rent. / Boulevard on Wilshire
Take tranquility to the rooftops with this cozy and comfortable deck. The grilling and outdoor lounge space at Boulevard on Wilshire provides comfortable seating under the sun and a covered spot with couches and a dining table. It’s the place to go for a peaceful meditative moment.
Surrounded by art deco buildings, along the Miracle Mile in Mid-Wilshire, this community sits right on top of a Starbucks. It comes complete with a fitness center and spin room, dog wash and run, pool and hot tub.
Source: Rent. / Sunset Barrington Gardens
There’s nothing like a green oasis to create a serene moment, especially when you spend so much time stuck in Los Angeles traffic. The outdoor space at Sunset Barrington Gardens features mature trees and a nicely landscaped area for decompressing. Sit on the lounge chairs or under the umbrella and soak in some nature. The lush landscape continues throughout the community, where you’ll also find fountains and a koi pond.
Moving at a slower pace than some other LA neighborhoods, living here in Brentwood gets you closer to Santa Monica, UCLA and the Getty Center.
Source: Rent. / Villa Carlotta
Everything about the Villa Carlotta feels like it got lifted from a Parisian pied-à-terre. Relaxing vibes and a classic style flow throughout the building, even touching the bathroom — your own private spa-like getaway. The white pedestal sink and proper bathtub under the two-pane window ooze elegance and tranquility.
Villa Carlotta feels like an escape from the norm with its music and wine nights every Friday and continental breakfast every morning. This Hollywood Hills community is in a historic building, offering up clear views of the stars and the Hollywood sign from the roof, a saltwater pool and a palm garden.
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A tiny urban oasis, the small potted garden in Piccadilly puts some Old World charm into your serene moment. Sit on the stone bench, surrounded by potted greenery and a decorative fountain, and take a break from the daily grind without having to leave home. Just one of two courtyards in this classic building, you’ll have plenty of space to space out.
Located in Koreatown, this popular apartment complex is centrally located and surrounded by an eclectic assortment of dining and nightlife destinations.
Source: Rent. / AVA Hollywood at La Pietra Place
Take a break in one of the coolest lobbies in Los Angeles. At AVA Hollywood at Pietra Place, you’ll find bamboo on the walls, a small rock garden and soft-edged furniture whose patterns seem to melt into the floor. Although the space has industrial touches and modern lighting, overall the openness and small pockets of furniture to lounge in make it a great spot to unwind.
Close to Melrose Avenue, that famous street full of cafes, coffee shops and boutiques, this Central LA community has a 5,000-square-foot fitness center with outdoor yoga space. It’s a LEED Gold-certified building that also boasts a media room and stunning pool.
Source: Rent. / G12
Sit in the fresh air and just pause. Isn’t that nice? Now imagine doing that at G12, in front of a sleek and modern fireplace, on plush patio furniture. It’s possible when you decide to make this cool, Downtown Los Angeles community home.
Chock-full of amenities, G12 also has a 24-hour fitness center with a yoga/spin studio, two sky terraces and a Woof Deck. There’s an entertainment kitchen with community dining space as well as an outdoor lounge with grills, too.
Source: Rent. / The Medici
It’s all about the fountains at The Medici. They offer up the tranquil sound of trickling water at every turn on the grounds of this cool community. You can find them in lush green spaces with places to sit and meditate. They’re also in the courtyards, surrounded by stonework and potted plants, alongside stairs leading inside and just about everywhere else. It’s a calming element that’s always right around the corner.
Within the diverse area of Westlake South, living here you’re close to Echo Park and Silver Lake. Should you prefer to stay home in the serene and tranquil setting of The Medici, you can take advantage of amenities like a jogging track, private one-acre park, putting green, two tennis courts and more.
Find your spa-like Los Angeles apartment today
Apartments in Los Angeles are full of amazing amenities, including some of the best spas in the city. From covered parking to well-stocked fitness centers to shimmering pools, make sure you get exactly what you want out of where you live. If that includes a quiet corner to collect your thoughts and reflect on life, you’ll find it in LA.
Featured image source: Rent. / The Medici
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