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Westwood’s Best Furnished Apartments for Visiting Professors

April 14, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Professor in one of the best furnished apartments in Westwood

Landing a visiting professor role at UCLA or a nearby institution is exciting. But once the paperwork is signed and the lectures are outlined, one big question remains — where are you going to live? For many, the answer is surprisingly simple: furnished apartments in Westwood.

This charming, vibrant neighborhood in the heart of Los Angeles offers everything an academic could want. It’s walkable. It's intellectual. And it’s wonderfully close to UCLA. But more than that, it offers a way of living that makes extended stays feel like... well, not a stay at all. More like home.

Why Westwood?

Think tree-lined streets, cozy cafés, world-class research centers, and movie premieres all happening within a few blocks. Westwood is both brainy and laid-back — ideal for visiting scholars who want to immerse themselves in work and soak up LA’s energy.

Need to walk to campus? Easy. Want to grab dinner, pick up groceries, or find a quiet corner to read? You’re covered. Westwood has everything — Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, independent bookshops, and more — all just a short stroll away.

But here’s the secret to really making your visit effortless: furnished apartments in Westwood.

More Than a Place to Sleep

Hotels might sound convenient, but anyone who’s stayed in one for more than a week knows the downsides. Tiny spaces. Impersonal design. No kitchen. No washer and dryer. It gets old fast.

Now imagine this instead: You walk into a beautifully styled apartment. The Wi-Fi is fast. There’s a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances. A real couch. Smart TVs in every room. You throw your clothes in the washer and pour yourself a coffee — because yes, there’s a coffee maker waiting for you. This is what furnished apartments in Westwood deliver. Comfort. Simplicity. A place where your life doesn’t pause, it just... relocates.

The Los Angeles Luxury Furnished Housing™ Difference

Not all furnished apartments are created equal. That’s where Los Angeles Luxury Furnished Housing™ comes in. These aren’t just units with furniture — they’re homes designed for real living. Whether you’re staying for a few weeks, a full term, or longer, they’ve thought of everything.

High-speed internet? Of course. A dedicated workspace? Absolutely — because lectures won’t prep themselves. Fresh linens, fully stocked kitchens, gated parking, and concierge services? Check, check, and check.

And the best part? All-inclusive means no surprise utility bills, no chasing down Wi-Fi providers, no stress. Just bring your suitcase (and maybe your syllabus). The rest is handled.

A Smarter Way to Stay

For professors traveling solo, there are sleek one-bedroom apartments close to the heart of Westwood Village. Bringing family along? There are spacious two- and three-bedroom layouts that make settling in easy. Some even include separate workspaces so you can shift between “lecture mode” and “relaxation mode” without missing a beat.

Plus, with convenient access to UCLA, the UCLA Medical Center, and major LA hotspots like Beverly Hills and Century City, your commute is minimal and your weekend options are endless.

Wrap-Up: Your Home Base, Elevated

In short: You’re here to teach, to share knowledge, to explore ideas. You deserve a space that supports that. Furnished apartments in Westwood — especially those offered by Los Angeles Luxury Furnished Housing™ — give visiting professors a soft place to land and a strong base to work from.

So, skip the hotel room. Skip the stress. And step into something that actually fits the life you’re building while you’re here. Westwood is waiting — and so is your home away from home. For more information on our properties or to reserve your luxury apartment in Westwood, do not hesitate to reach out to our team.