Modern Living At The Steps Of Downtown LA

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Pre-Leasing is for 2026 - 2027

Referral bonus available!

WE WILL GIVE YOU $300/UNIT TO GET YOUR FRIENDS TO MOVE IN.

⚠️ URGENT: USC APARTMENT & RENTAL SCAMS ALERT ⚠️

Hey everyone, please be extremely careful when looking for housing around the USC campus right now. Scammers are heavily targeting students with fake listings, and there have even been reports of individuals posing as building managers or maintenance workers to get into units.

Before you sign anything or send money, protect yourself by looking out for these major red flags:

  • Upfront Payments Before a Tour: NEVER pay a holding fee, security deposit, or application fee before you have physically walked inside the apartment yourself. If they claim they are "out of town" but will mail the keys after you pay, it is a 100% scam.

  • Prices That Are Too Good to Be True: If you see a private 1-bedroom or studio near campus listed for $700–$900, it’s highly likely a trap to get your deposit. Check average market rates for the area.

  • Impersonator Warnings: Be wary of anyone showing up unannounced claiming to be management, maintenance, or an inspector. Always ask for official ID and call your leasing office directly to verify them before letting them into your apartment.

  • Vague or Copied Listings: Scammers often steal photos from real real-estate sites (like Zillow or Redfin). Reverse-image search the photos if a post looks suspicious or has generic descriptions.

Safe Practices:

  • Stick to verified platforms like the official USC Off-Campus Housing Database.

  • Always meet landlords in person at the property.

If you have encountered a scammer or a suspicious individual on or near campus, please report it immediately to the USC Department of Public Safety (DPS) or the LAPD to help keep our community safe.

Stay safe and look out for each other!

Update (Jun 11, 2026)

All our 3BR/3BA units are currently reserved, but not yet finalized. If you're still interested, please contact us (www.menlousc@gmail.com) for availability and updates.

Update (03/26/2026)

Early Bird - Reserve and pay only $3200 (regular rent $3250 for a 3 Bed 2 Bath unit. Save $100 per month by securing your spot early! A deposit is required for the reservation.

Early Bird - Reserve and pay only $3800 (regular rent $3850 for a 3 Bed 3 Bath unit. Save $100 per month by securing your spot early! A deposit is required for the reservation.

To reserve a unit, a one-month deposit is required. Please ensure that the deposit is paid through either a Cashier’s Check or Money Order (personal checks are not accepted). The payment should be made payable to Menlo LLC.

Additionally, a total move-in cost is due upon signing the lease. This includes the application fee, prepaid rent for August, and other associated fees. For more details on the leasing procedure, please check under the RESERVE tab.

For new tenants moving in, please contact LADWP to open your account for electricity and contact Spectrum to pick up the router at least one week before your move-in date. Please check the FAQ section for detailed move-in instructions. Thank you!