J is a great host; replies nearly instantly to all the message, always kind and very helpful in terms of available shops, restaurants, etc. The place is situated a short work from the university (University of South California), so good for anyone visiting with work to do at that uni (as did I). I often ubered to the uni and elsewhere; in terms of ubering to the uni, watch out on the morning traffice. I particularly appreciate the nice extra touches like water or some crisps that were very helpful for someone like me, who did not have a car and doesn't drive (while LA, outside of Downtown, is generally not a very walkable city, in terms of shops nearby etc.). It was a great stay.