"We had been looking for six months or so and wanted something with enough space and parking (I love outdoor space to complete DIY projects),"
"I was traveling heavily at the time so my sister signed the lease in person while I was away! I didn't see the home until we had already signed the lease so I was still a bit in shock whenever I first saw it."
"Secondly, while the 100-year-old space had some classic 1920s Crafstman features, it also came with some "landlord specials tacked on (aka lots of thick white paint).""
"like your cool auntie's house!"
Two sisters rented a two-bedroom, 1,350-square-foot Los Angeles Craftsman home found on Facebook Marketplace. One sister signed the lease before the other saw the space. The home lacked natural light and had landlord-added thick white paint despite 1920s Craftsman features. The sisters prioritized space, parking, and outdoor area for DIY projects. They used creative lighting, mirrors, and extensive secondhand sourcing to furnish and personalize the house. After three years of work and thrifting, the rental now feels warm, colorful, and inviting, described as resembling a stylish relative's home. Furnishings include sofas from Living Spaces and Timothy Oulton, IKEA throw pillows, and Safavieh rugs.
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