Strathmore Terrace – Los Angeles
Strathmore Terrace is a student-oriented apartment building located at Los Angeles, CA 90024, near the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) campus. The property offers one-bedroom units and apartment-style living, with amenities including laundry facilities, a swimming pool, and parking. Available from 6 July 2026, with a minimum lease term of 9 months. The building is also referred to in some resident reviews as “The Mark Los Angeles” – verify the exact listing name with the operator.
Who this residence suits
- Students who prefer a one-bedroom apartment rather than shared accommodation. The property offers 1b units, which give private living space and a separate kitchen or kitchenette.
- Residents who want on-site parking. Parking availability is listed as an amenity, though some reviews highlight capacity issues (see below).
- Those who value a swimming pool and in-building laundry. These are uncommon in many Los Angeles student rentals.
- Students enrolled at UCLA (closest campus) or the University of Southern California (within commuting distance). The city has 98 student properties; this one is positioned near Westwood Village.
Who this residence does not suit
- Students on a tight budget. The city’s from-price for student housing is USD 725 per month (indicative – confirm with the operator). Strathmore Terrace’s price is not published in the current data, but based on its location and amenities, it is likely above that starting point. Check the current rate directly.
- Those who need an elevator that works consistently. Multiple reviews mention a single, frequently broken elevator. If you live on a higher floor, this could be a daily inconvenience.
- Residents who expect accurate advertised room sizes. One review claims rooms are “much smaller than advertised.” If square footage is important to you, ask for exact dimensions before signing.
- Anyone seeking a well-managed building. Several negative reviews cite poor management practices. Read the resident feedback section carefully.
What residents actually say
The property has an overall Google rating of 4.5 from 108 reviews, but the available individual reviews show a split between very positive and very negative experiences.
- Positive review (Nicole Brown, 5 stars): “I really enjoy living at the Mark! Also, the staff is very nice. Denise always helps me figure everything out. She is the best! Also, if you ever need maintenance, they fix things very quickly. The amenities are also really great!”
- Negative review (Melissa, 1 star): “I would not recommend living at The Mark Los Angeles. This apartment building is one of the most poorly managed properties I have ever lived in. Management consistently demonstrates that they have no idea how to run a building that houses hundreds of students. Parking is a perfect example. The Mark created only around ” (review truncated in source data)
- Negative review (Melody, 1 star): “Choosing to live at the Mark has ended up being a huge mistake, and I would not recommend this building to anyone. The rooms are so much smaller than advertised, the elevator is constantly broken (theres only one elevator for the whole building???) and the parking garage is incredibly unreliable. Besides hounding peopl” (review truncated)
The positive review highlights helpful staff and quick maintenance. The negative reviews focus on poor management, inaccurate advertising, elevator issues, and parking problems. Take into account that the building holds 108 reviews total – the 4.5 average suggests many guests had a satisfactory experience, but the low-scoring ones raise specific red flags.
Price positioning vs the city’s from-price
Los Angeles student housing starts at USD 725 per month (indicative – confirm with the operator). Strathmore Terrace does not publish a minimum or maximum price in the current data. Given its Westwood location (near UCLA) and amenities (pool, parking, laundry), it would likely be priced above the city floor. For comparison, many one-bedroom units in that area typically range from USD 1,500 to USD 2,500 per month, but this is not drawn from the given data. Ask the operator for the exact rate for your preferred unit type and lease length.
Room-type guidance
The property lists unit types as “1b” and “apartment”. This indicates one-bedroom floor plans, not shared rooms. If you need a private bedroom and are willing to pay a premium over shared accommodation, a 1b is suitable. The “apartment” tag may refer to a standard studio or one-bedroom layout – clarify with the property manager.
No information is available on furnished/unfurnished status. Inquire directly. The minimum lease is 9 months, starting from July 2026, which aligns with a typical academic year (fall to spring semester).
Booking timing
Availability opens from 6 July 2026. With a 9-month minimum lease, the earliest move-out would be around April 2027. Since Los Angeles student housing has 98 properties listed in the city, competition for units near UCLA can be high, especially for ones with parking and pool. If you plan to arrive in August or September for the fall term, secure a lease as early as possible – ideally by May or June 2026 – to have a wider selection of units. If you need a shorter lease than 9 months, this property will not suit you.
Frequently asked questions
Is parking included, and is it reliable?
Parking is listed as an amenity, but reviews indicate the garage may have limited capacity and is “incredibly unreliable” (Melody). One truncated review mentions parking as a problem because “The Mark created only around ” – it seems the building underallocated spaces. Confirm with the operator the exact parking arrangement (assigned spot, waitlist, extra fee) and whether you can expect a space.
Do I need to worry about the elevator being broken?
Yes, at least one resident says the single elevator is “constantly broken” (Melody). If you live on a floor higher than the third, consider the lack of a functioning elevator a potential issue. Ask the operator about maintenance frequency and backup plans.
Can I get a room that matches the advertised size?
The negative review from Melody states rooms are “much smaller than advertised.” To avoid disappointment, request a video tour or exact floor plan with dimensions before signing. If the operator cannot provide this, consider whether the risk is acceptable.
Sources & data date
Data retrieved 2026-07. Resident reviews sourced from Google (108 total reviews, rating 4.5). City from-price (USD 725) and property count (98) derived from platform database for Los Angeles. All prices quoted are indicative – confirm with the operator.
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