Guardian Arms has availability for immediate move-in! Units here range from 350 sq ft - 1200 sq ft. We have small bachelors, large studios and 1 bedrooms with views. The building is just a few blocks from Griffith Park where you can hike up to the observatory, Mount Hollywood, and the Hollywood sign without ever getting in the car! It is walking distance to Ralph s, Lazy Acres, Obet & Del's Coffee shop, Friends and Family cafe, Thai Town restaurants, Franklin Village and Los Feliz Village. There is plenty of Thai food near by and the metro right down the street.
You will be more than pleased with this classic Hollywood style apartment. The units feature fully equipped kitchens, polished concrete floors, upgraded bathrooms, separate dressing rooms, spacious living areas and so much more! The units here have plenty of windows to let lots of light in.
Upper floor units have sweeping views from Downtown to the Ocean, Hollywood Hills, Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory. The upper units have lots of light and full of the old-world charm that can't be recreated in most modern buildings.
The building has secured/gated/reserved parking available to rent as well as onsite laundry. The uncovered lot is an additional $125. The covered lot is $150 a month. No parking available for purchase for bachelor studio units.
If you would like to schedule a tour Tuesday through Saturday 1pm to 4pm please email Taylor
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Special offer
Guardian Arms
5217 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
- Special offer! Month free on select studios. You get second month free. Must start lease within 7 days of approval. Bachelor studio and one bedrooms are not included in this specialExpires August 13, 2025
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
Pet-friendly
Attached garage
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 375 | Now | $1,350 |
| 375 | Now | $1,350 |
 | 475 | Now | $1,595 |
| 500 | Now | $1,595 |
| 500 | Now | $1,595 |
| 475 | Now | $1,595 |
| 500 | Now | $1,650 |
 | 700 | Now | $2,250 |
What's special
Lounge
Round up your crew
This building features a lounge. Only 7% of buildings in Los Angeles have this amenity.
Sweeping viewsOld-world charmUpgraded bathroomsSeparate dressing roomsFully equipped kitchensPlenty of windows
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon: | Closed |
| Tue: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Wed: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Thu: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Fri: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Sat: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Lounge
Other
- Laundry: Shared
Security
- Controlled Access
- Gated Entry
- Intercom
Services & facilities
- Elevator
- On-Site Management
- Online Rent Payment
View description
- City
- Mountain
- Park
- Some units have incredible views
- Upper units have views of Downtown LA, Hollywood Hills, and Sign, Griffith Park
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Microwave Oven
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator: Mini fridge
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan
Flooring
- Concrete: Concrete floors
Other
- High Ceilings
- Hot Plate
- No Parking
- No Parking For Bachelor Studios
- Option To Purchase Monthly Parking
- Radiator Heater
Policies
Lease terms
- One year
Pets
Large dogs
- Not allowed
Small dogs
- Allowed
- 1 pet max
Cats
- Allowed
- 1 pet max
Parking
- Attached Garage
- covered
- Detached Garage
- Parking Lot
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Los Angeles
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Grant Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Joseph Le Conte Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Hollywood Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Market Trends
Rental market summary
The average rent for all beds and all property types in Los Angeles, CA is $2,795.
Average rent
$2,795
Month-over-month
+$45
Year-over-year
-$5
Available rentals
16,355
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Guardian Arms?
Guardian Arms has a walk score of 91, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of Guardian Arms?
Guardian Arms has a transit score of 69, it has good transit.
What schools are assigned to Guardian Arms?
The schools assigned to Guardian Arms include Grant Elementary School, Joseph Le Conte Middle School, and Hollywood Senior High School.
Does Guardian Arms have in-unit laundry?
No, but Guardian Arms has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is Guardian Arms in?
Guardian Arms is in the Hollywood neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA.
What are Guardian Arms's policies on pets?
Large dogs are not allowed. A maximum of 1 small dog is allowed per unit. A maximum of 1 cat is allowed per unit.
Does Guardian Arms have virtual tours available?
Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for Guardian Arms.
