I had a good time at Lubna and Sneha's place. I found the description they provided accurate (including the fact that they have a lovely cat). I could not imagine a better place in such a proximity to the beach and UCLA, and at that low price (and they let me put my bicycle inside). There are many good and cheap restaurants in the area, a grocery store to buy food to prepare, and a bus line straight to Santa Monica beach, or you can bike for 20 min as I did. Their cat is adorable and very playful. I was mostly on my own but we had good conversations every time the girls and I saw each other.
I liked this place and I'm looking forward to plan another visit to LA, hope to return soon. Thanks girls! My best wishes.