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Seeking Fellow Apprentice at “The Experiment”: An Intentional Community in Monrovia
Posted on: November 20th, 2024 by Hope Roehrs No Comments

Hi! We are “The Experiment,” a small, intentional community striving to center personal and collective development. We are based in Monrovia, CA and are comprised of anywhere from 8-10 residents and always many more friends and neighbors. We work together to craft more supported lives that center nourishment and connection! In this spirit, we come together to share the beauty of being and often open the space for joyous and open-hearted gatherings with our broader communities. Day to day, we aim to hold and support one another in our ups and downs seeking to honor and transform the domestic sphere.
In the spirit of this, we have a large, water-wise garden that provides us with food, medicine, and companionship. We share meals, social time, and spiritual practices. What unites us at The Experiment is a shared belief in the pursuit of the capacity to serve the greater good. Together, we build this capacity through a focus on nourishment arising from both our domestic space and the food we eat. Part of our broader mission is to invigorate the re-discovery of grounded skills that allow for the possibility of divesting from the oppressive economy as it is. Drawing from those two key components, we have begun an apprenticeship system that seeks to foster deep contributions to the shared space while also honoring diversity in individual interests and beings.
What is the Apprenticeship Model:
The embodiment of apprenticeship is clear-eyed, lighthearted, and deeply engaged. We are inspired by the apprentice’s posture of learning and attention to craft. They are always experimenting and honing in. As a part of our residencies, we each choose a small number (~2-4) of crafts, arts, subjects, offerings… to apprentice under. Since we carry out our apprenticeships under a focus, not a person, we each pursue learning and practice independently with the intention to share the fruits of our labor. The only requirements for areas of apprenticeship are that they make a contribution to our shared space and that one understands them to be towards broader collective liberation. Through the apprenticeship model, we hold a container to grow our individual capacities. As these capacities grow, we gain the energy and heart-centered inspiration to effectively direct our life-force toward the things we find most deeply meaningful. In humility and mutual respect, we work to address the blocks within each of us that hold us back from effectively living an active and inspired life.
The Nitty Gritty:

We are not merely seeking roommates. We ask that applicants be serious about interrogating whether they wish to make the time and space to make The Experiment a primary aspect of their lives. It is important to us that residents can also maintain their own hobbies, friendships, occupations, pursuits, etc. out of the home (and also integrate them into the space!), but it is necessary to understand that participating as a resident of The Experiment requires that it be a priority in your life. We understand that it is impossible to truly discern if one desires a major life change hypothetically, or whether this major life change will be right for you. As such, residency at The Experiment begins with a four-month Residency Period. Throughout this time, we openly and collectively evaluate whether a continued residency is best for all parties. We have found that these processes lead to mutual agreement and an increase in relational security. We have observed that this model reduces anxiety for residents about it being the “right fit” and instead fosters open dialogue about community dynamics and how the community can be most supportive for all.

We believe deeply in the importance of individual and collective dynamism. We seek to hold structures and expectations as invitations to practice, connection, and growth. We strive to prevent these structures and expectations from feeling oppressive or obligatory. We have found that consistency and structured time together wonderfully fosters organic relationships. In this spirit, we have the following expectations of long-term residents but practice a soft-transition for new residents as they settle in and build capacity: a

Weekly community meeting (1.5 hrs)
10 hours weekly of basic contribution (cooking, cleaning, garden maintenance)
5 hours weekly of apprenticeship practice
Make dinner 2x weekly, someone makes dinner nightly though attendance is non-mandatory

There is an opening in the middle room which currently has a twin bed, but could fit a larger bed and features a walk-in closet and individual full bath. We evenly divide the $3200 rent by the number of Front House residents (4-6). We’ve recently acquired a teardrop trailer as an auxiliary dwelling that one of us uses as a bedroom. Utilities are split evenly and not included in rent. We also evenly split food costs as we have developed a rigorous system that includes direct relationships to the producers of most of the food that we cannot grow. Individuals are welcome to have their own special food items/ snacks but must be willing to integrate into the larger meal system. We can accommodate dietary restrictions however are looking for a good eater with omnivorous habits. We only consume meat products from humane, sustainable sources. We believe meat is an important part of the human diet. We are pet friendly though we already have a dog and two cats on the property.

We would love to hear from you if the prospect of residency excites you! We will send a short application with a few questions that will help us get to know you and hopefully invite you into further exploration about potential residency. After that, we would love to meet you at our home and get to know you! Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns!

*If elements of the residency are not realistic for your lifestyle but you feel similarly called to this philosophy and aligned in value, there are various opportunities to join our community with lower expectations! We have a growing number of satellite members whose presence brings much joy.

Please reach out to at
theexperiementinmonrovia@gmail.com
or 610-999-3833

Gorgeous Fully Furnished EnSuite Room in Beverly Hills!
Posted on: November 14th, 2024 by Doug No Comments

Beverly Hills
Available: January, but will consider sooner if needed (6 months with option to 1 year) 1BR in a 2BR/3BA (1800 sq ft). Laundry in unit, parking underground, central ac and heat, en suite bedroom.
$2500/month.

One of the most convenient locations in LA, the apartment is in Beverly Hills , N Oakhurst & W 3rd) in an art-filled 1800 sq ft flat. Great for WFH. Comes with a 2-year old yorkie. Gorgeous quiet street. I lead a conscious, healthy life, and I am gone during the days. Place has lots of great art and furniture. Seeking one awesome roomie!

Room to rent in Elegant Rustic home in Topanga
Posted on: October 31st, 2024 by Barry No Comments

2 rooms available as of 11/5/24 in our home in the Topanga woods.

Elevate your living experience! Claim your private sanctuary in our enchanting Topanga Canyon woodland retreat. Let nature’s symphony greet your mornings and lull you to sleep, as birds, frogs, owls, and coyotes serenade you. Join our chic, 3-bedroom rustic haven, where high ceilings and ample indoor/outdoor spaces guarantee serenity and solitude.
Our prime location on Old Topanga Canyon Road puts you a mere 5 minutes from downtown Topanga, 15 minutes from Woodland Hills and Malibu, 35 minutes from Santa Monica, and within walking distance to excellent trails.
Your personal oasis includes a private bedroom, bathroom, and access to a well-appointed kitchen, dining area, living room, decks, washer & dryer, and large common yard. Our secluded backyard, nestled among towering trees, boasts an outdoor living room, private nooks, a second outdoor dining area, an outdoor princess bed, jacuzzi and indoor/outdoor fireplaces.
While we relish occasional social gatherings, we uphold a tranquil, drama-free atmosphere, welcoming mindful consumption of alcohol and marijuana. No tobacco smokers, please. We’re seeking a clean, easygoing individual who appreciates nature and easy access to city life’s cultural richness and is financially stable.
Is that you? This place and the community are really cool!!
Long-term renters are preferred (6 months-3 years).
There are 2 rooms available
$1700 A larger bedroom with its own private yard and a private entrance
$1600 A slightly smaller bedroom with easy access to the communal back yard.
Both Available immediately
Reach out to Barry by calling or text at 310-980-0502 to answer any questions, to arrange to visit the home, and to secure your spot in this idyllic haven!

1BR Sublet Nov 1-Feb 1 Available – Prime Silver Lake/Echo Park in 3BD/2Bath
Posted on: October 9th, 2024 by Greg Duffy No Comments

1BR open in 3BD/2Bath – amazing unit on an entire floor with a huge private deck for the ultimate indoor/outdoor experience! Awesome view in prime silver lake/echo park hills location. just remodeled 2000 sq ft flat single level unit with private deck (additional 500sq feet!), open floor plan, hardwood floors, new kitchen, smooth concrete counter top, all stainless steel appliances included, recess led lights, lots of windows, 2-3 cars tandem parking. available for the first time after 4 years.

We have videos from a walk through that we can share if you’re interested. The picture of the room is the room that is available. We’ve applied to the apartment but are looking for a third person to join us on the lease.

ABOUT US:
We are both originally from New England, we met in Barcelona this past year on a trip for digital nomads. Greg (31, M) has lived in LA for a few years, and Elisabeth (30, F) has been traveling after leaving NYC. We both work mostly from home in creative fields.

We’re hoping to find someone who is clean and respectful, as we both are. We’re open to dinner parties and chill gatherings but love our quiet time too. Communication is important to us!

The open room is the middle sized room, and shares a bathroom with one of us. No pets please.

Let us know a little about you! Happy to share more once we connect as well.

Private Room for Rent – Large House in Tarzana
Posted on: October 4th, 2024 by Benji No Comments

Spacious Private Bedroom
-$1,100 ** with a shared bathroom

Please no couples or kids

Seeking a respectful and responsible roommate to join a tranquil living space in the heart of Reseda. This unique offering includes:

– **Private Bedroom**: A cozy, inviting space ensuring your privacy and comfort.
– **Dedicated Office or 2nd bedroom **: An expansive room, perfect for remote work or creative pursuits.

– **Shared Spaces**: Enjoy a large, furnished living room complete with a pool table and bar, ideal for relaxation and social gatherings.
– **Chef’s Kitchen**: Indulge in culinary experiments with high-quality appliances in a beautifully designed kitchen.
– **Outdoor Living**: A sprawling backyard with a serene patio, offering a peaceful retreat.
– **Private or Shared Bathroom**: Your own space, featuring marble counters and a soothing bathtub / shower for unwinding after a long day. “Shared Bathroom if you choose to rent one room. “

About Me: I’m a 35-year-old male, running my own business. My days are mostly occupied with work. At home, I value a relaxed and respectful environment. I have two friendly, small dogs that add to the homely vibe.

This spot is perfect for someone who appreciates a blend of private and shared living spaces, cherishes tranquility, and values being part of a respectful household.

If this resonates with you, I’d love to connect and discuss how we can make this house your new home.
3108838346

IN-LAW unit. Private.
Posted on: September 30th, 2024 by May No Comments

Live/Work Art Studio Space!

Has been used as a live in Studio and also as a studio space. See photos.
Silver Lake Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Heart of Silverlake.
Current artist tenant leaving 10/20/24.
850 square feet.
-Private entrance
-Gated property
-Digital entry
-Full bath
-Kitchen
-Private Backyard
-Peaceful Nature

Full house share Pasadena
Posted on: September 16th, 2024 by Jonathan No Comments

Hello new house mate …
Available soon from November 1st (or possibly sooner if needed), I’m looking for a Compatible and reliable house mate in a wonderful 3 level craftsman house with exceptional features:

Great location in Pasadena, walkable to Rose Bowl and Old Town, very easily accessible to / from most freeways and super close to Eagle Rock, Glassell Park, Highland Park, Los Feliz, DTLA …

The 3 levels are filled with light and good energy with a yoga, meditation room + work space AND a 4 plush seating screening room downstairs (yes, you read it correctly :)

+ Very efficient washer and dryer in house.

Your cozy bedroom has lots of natural light, good storage and view of the beautiful garden and mountains

Whole house is mostly furnished – you can bring your own bed, your kitchen needs, back garden furniture, otherwise it has sofas, dining room table, full size bed and more.

Fully equipped kitchen with large refrigerator / freezer / ice maker, gas stove, micro-wave and lots of closet space.

Front porch overlooking well kept garden of herbs and flowers and very abundant seasonal tangerine and lemon trees.
Green Thumbs a plus

Large back garden / play and plant area with dining table, BBQ, stand up heater, 2 large planters for planting vegetables + a basketball hoop too

Off street parking perfect for self car wash.

No smokers / vapers please.

ALL Utilities included!

1 month deposit + 1st month rent to move in.
Short term or longer term an option …

Please provide a brief description of yourself, your work, your lifestyle. Include any relevant social media profiles.

About me:
I’m a long time respected music curator, event producer, and cultural attaché who loves a healthy and nurtured lifestyle. 
I’m an easy-going, non dramatic, respectful, very neat and then calm house mate. My home is a sanctuary but is open for friends, and family and creative activities. I am a very dedicated (recently separated) co-parent with my almost 6 year old most wonderful boy spending half the week with me. I am a good communicator with all related to the house and especially with my son being a part of the household activities when he is here.

Room to rent in the topanga woods
Posted on: August 25th, 2024 by Barry No Comments

Elevate your living experience! For $1600, claim your private sanctuary in our enchanting Topanga Canyon woodland retreat. Let nature’s symphony greet your mornings and lull you to sleep, as birds, frogs, owls, and coyotes serenade you. Join two amiable housemates in our chic, 3-bedroom rustic haven, where high ceilings and ample indoor/outdoor spaces guarantee serenity and solitude.
Our prime location on Old Topanga Canyon Road puts you a mere 15 minutes from Woodland Hills and Malibu, 35 minutes from Santa Monica, and within walking distance to excellent trails.
Your personal oasis includes a private bedroom, bathroom, and access to a well-appointed kitchen, dining area, living room, decks, washer & dryer, and large common yard. Our secluded backyard, nestled among towering trees, boasts an outdoor living room, private nooks, a second outdoor dining area, a princess bed, jacuzzi and indoor/outdoor fireplaces.
While we relish occasional social gatherings, we uphold a tranquil, drama-free atmosphere, welcoming mindful consumption of alcohol and marijuana. No tobacco smokers, please. We’re seeking a clean, easygoing individual who appreciates nature and easy access to city life’s cultural richness and is financially stable.
Is that you? This place and the community are really cool!!
Long-term renters are preferred (6 months-3 years). The room is available immediatly
Reach out to Barry by calling or text at 310-980-0502 to answer any questions, to arrange to visit the home, and to secure your spot in this idyllic haven!

Sweet room in Silver Lake Townhouse
Posted on: August 17th, 2024 by Amandala4 No Comments

Offered: Lovely room in our sunny Silverlake townhouse with balcony $1300

Available Now

Looking for a new housemate to join our lovely townhouse.

ABOUT THE HOUSE
We are located in the heart of Silver Lake, walking distance from oodles of good stuff. We are one side of a large 3 story duplex (5br/3ba). We have a lovely backyard, great parking, & coin laundry in bldg too.
The room has it’s own mirror closet, central ac, and you’ll be sharing the bathroom with one other housemate. We are super clean so you must be someone who is clean & hygienic also, and willing to contribute to frequent cleaning.

ABOUT US
We’re creative folks (2 a married couple who occupy the lower level). Your room would be on the top floor, which you would share with 2 others, but you’d be sharing the bathroom with just one other housemate. We are respectful of each others’ personal space, work schedules, and keeping up with our assigned chores in a timely fashion.

ABOUT YOU
-Vegetarian/Vegan very friendly
-Organized with your bills (i.e. employed)
-Clean & caring to the home space
-LGBTQ welcoming and 420 friendly
-No pets
-No couples

The rent for this room is $1300.00 per month (+ $1300.00 security deposit), excluding bills which include DWP, + internet (approx $70 bi-monthly)

There is construction of 2 houses being built across the road, which starts around 7am, so ideal for early risers or deep sleepers.

Viewing the place is free, but if you’re chosen to take the room there is a $50 non refundable application fee that goes toward a credit check. We’re also going to need a landlord reference check to weed out the riff-raff.

⭐ If you’re interested please send us a message with a bit about yourself and your various social media handles. If you seem like a good match we’ll reach out to set up a showing.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Charming Hollywood Hills Guestroom – Private Entrance and Bathroom
Posted on: July 25th, 2024 by Stephan No Comments

HOUSING OFFERED
** TEXT 310-770-4119**

We are a creative family, and we’re looking to fill our private guestroom. We have a pretty regular schedule with our kids, and are looking for someone with a similar routine.

The guest room is in a detached part of the house, so you’ll have your privacy and won’t hear us or see us unless you want to. You’re welcome to use the amenities of the house in addition to the room.

The room can be furnished or unfurnished, depending on your preference (extra $100 a month if furnished)

Perfect for a Student, Artist or Musician

This cozy, newly carpeted guest room with a private entrance and bathroom offers a tranquil retreat in the Hollywood Hills. Located in Cahuenga Pass near Mulholland and Cahuenga, walking distance to the gym and shops like Starbucks by Barham, and situated between Hollywood Bowl and Universal City, this space also features your own private outdoor area perfect for relaxation and creativity.

Key Features:

Private Entrance and Bathroom: Complete privacy with your own entrance and bathroom.
Newly Carpeted: Fresh, clean, and comfortable carpeting throughout.
Outdoor Space: Ideal for unwinding or inspiring creativity.
Versatile Use: Perfect for an artist, musician, or student. Also great as an office.

Availability:

Ready by August 1st:

Details:

Rent: $2000 per month
Security Deposit: One month’s rent

Utilities: No extra costs for utilities unless you need to download a ton of stuff it may be best to get your own wifi.

Parking: Street parking available
Requirements:

Credit Check and Background Check: Required for all applicants
Lease Term: Minimum 6-12 months

Don’t miss this opportunity to live in a vibrant, creative neighborhood. Contact us to schedule a viewing and make this unique space your own!