Helen Harlan

Field producer

Field producer

Helen Harlan on KCRW

It’s no secret that Los Angeles is in a housing crisis. A one bedroom apartment averages $2500. However, for $580 you can get a bunk in a 5-bedroom Highland Park craftsman.

How to afford LA? Get 24 roommates

It’s no secret that Los Angeles is in a housing crisis. A one bedroom apartment averages $2500. However, for $580 you can get a bunk in a 5-bedroom Highland Park craftsman.

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