So walkable! We had no car for our one month stay in January. Coleman is a kind and attentive host. The full kitchen was so handy for cooking. Full size tub and shower, large desk, large tv screen. Morning sun over the high garden wall. Lots of birds to watch, including wild parrots.
The neighborhood is non-touristy, low key, quiet, and charming, with small homes of great variety featuring front yards full of amazing mixes of trees, shrubs, and flowers. Snowy mountain views at the end of the street.
Ten minute walk to basic stores and five fast food places. Some street food options. A strong Hispanic flavor to the offerings. We bought food, drink, and myriad items at Rite Aid and a large discount store called 99. A major food chain store was not within walking (and carrying) distance.
Loads of trendy bars, bistros, bakeries, and bookstores on York Blvd and Figuerosa St. These last two areas are a longer walk of 30 minutes and 20 minutes. Easily doable with the right shoes. The only real sit-down restaurant we found was Pocha LA, just a bit farther down York Blvd. Very tasty contemporary Mexican food, good service!
We have already re-upped for next year.