Renters in West Los Angeles experience the quintessential Southern California beach lifestyle. From Santa Monica to Marina del Rey, there’s no shortage of boardwalks, surf and unmistakable L.A. charm. Alongside diverse employment opportunities and industry-leading companies, it offers residents a balanced mix of work and play.
Now known as Silicon Beach, the Westside of L.A. has become a major hub for technology, media and entertainment. Yet despite its booming industries, the area retains its eclectic beach vibe. Office buildings sit alongside art murals, trendy coffee shops and noteworthy eateries. Many companies even offer storage space for bikes, skateboards and surfboards so employees can hit the beach after work.
Top Companies in West LA
Proximity to work plays a vital role in both work-life balance and overall quality of life. In Playa Vista, residents are close to many leading companies, including Google, which converted an enormous 315,000-square-foot airplane hangar into a state-of-the-art campus. West L.A. is also home to tech employers at the forefront of their industries, like Facebook, Apple Music, Amazon Studios, Hulu, Snap and Sony. Other notable companies in the area include Boeing, Mattel, Riot Games and We Work, not to mention sports powerhouses like the LA Clippers, the LA Lakers and the LA Chargers.
Apartment Communities in Playa Vista
With the range of employment opportunities in the area, Playa Vista is a convenient home base for professionals in all stages of their career, whether commuting to the office five days a week or working a more hybrid schedule. It’s close to not only Silicon Beach companies, but also central to major freeways and LAX.
Villas at Playa Vista offers three luxury apartment communities in the heart of the neighborhood, all walking distance to dining and shops at Runway Playa Vista, local farmers markets and community trails. Residents also enjoy resort-inspired amenities and daily conveniences, like saltwater pools, yoga studios, electric car chargers and dedicated parking.
Planning a move to West L.A.? Explore Playa Vista apartment homes that put you in the center of it all.
