Upper Ivy: Culver City Residences Near Ivy Station
Upper Ivy: Living in Culver City’s Lucerne-Higuera District Located at 8809 Washington Boulevard within the Lucerne-Higuera district, Upper Ivy places you directly inside the mixed-use Ivy Station campus. Sitting just east of Downtown Culver City, this community integrates your home with central open space and over 45,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space. Whether you are heading to Platform LA approximately 0.2 miles away or the Culver Steps about 0.5 miles away, the surrounding neighborhoods make it incredibly easy to connect with local dining, wellness, and entertainment. Which restaurants, shops, and local destinations are closest? Residents at Upper Ivy can step right outside their doors to discover more than 45,000 square feet of central open space, retail, and dining without ever leaving the property. Beyond the immediate onsite offerings, neighborhood hubs like Platform LA and Downtown Culver City are just a short distance away, seamlessly connecting your home to premium entertainment and wellness options. Ivy Station Dining (Onsite): Grab espresso and pastries at Go Get Em Tiger, enjoy counter-served sushi at Sushi Nigiriba, or build customizable sushi-inspired bowls at Sweetfin. You can also unwind at Los Angeles Ale Works, which features an 1,800-square-foot tasting room, an outdoor patio, and over 20 taps. Ivy Station Wellness (Onsite): Access virtual and in-person care at Carbon Health, or book day spa and salon services at Milk + Honey Spa. For fitness, try the high-intensity, low-impact reformer classes at [solidcore], or visit YogaSix’s 1,600-square-foot studio offering six different class types. Platform LA (~0.2 miles away): This nearby hub features boutiques like Catbird and Reformation, plus daily Pilates at Homebody Studios. Dining highlights include Bianca’s Italian, Argentine, and French-influenced menu, modern French seafood at Juliet, and pizza paired with natural wine at Roberta’s. Downtown Culver City (~0.5 miles southwest): Check out The Culver Steps for Salt & Straw, Philz Coffee, Mendocino Farms, outdoor movies, and sunset yoga. Just down the street, you can visit the 1924 National Landmark Culver Hotel to enjoy its bistro, garden patio, Velvet Lounge, and classic cocktails with live music. How does Upper Ivy connect to the studio corridor and transit? Upper Ivy is well positioned for professionals commuting to major tech and entertainment campuses. The community sits right along the Washington Boulevard corridor, integrating residents with the area's massive corporate footprint while offering adjacent access to extensive rail and bus networks for effortless regional travel. Culver City’s Studio Corridor: The community shares the Washington Boulevard corridor with Sony Pictures Studios, Amazon Studios, Apple, and HBO, while Ivy Station itself houses a 240,000-square-foot office building. Metro E Line (Adjacent): Near the community, the E Line provides direct rail connections west to Santa Monica and east to Downtown Los Angeles. Campus Mobility: The development promotes easy local transit with access to 12 bus lines, established bicycle routes, new bike lanes, and a Metro bike hub. Which parks and outdoor destinations are near Upper Ivy? Despite its central location in Culver City, finding green space and outdoor recreation near the community is incredibly simple. Residents enjoy direct, straightforward routes to some of the area's most popular regional parks and scenic coastal trails. Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area (~3.1 miles away): Spanning over 420 acres in the Baldwin Hills, this area features a fishing lake, a lotus pond, sports courts, and landscaped picnic sites plus seven miles of walking and hiking trails. Ballona Creek Trail (~3.8 miles away): This paved, approximately seven-mile path parallels the north bank of Ballona Creek, providing a car-free route for cyclists, runners, and skaters. Following the trail all the way to the coast connects you directly to the 22-mile Marvin Braude Bike Trail, offering unparalleled oceanfront riding and wildlife viewing. What apartment homes and amenities are available at Upper Ivy? Upper Ivy provides a versatile living experience by offering a wide variety of layouts designed to suit different preferences, from standard studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences to specialty floor plans like townhomes, lofts, dens, and penthouses. These expansive residences are built with high-end designer kitchen finishes, open-concept designs, and efficient climate control, all perfectly paired with an impressive collection of premium community features, including a resort-style pool with cabanas, coworking spaces, and dedicated concierge service. Feature Details Floor Plans Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Specialty layouts include studio townhomes, mezzanine or loft-style residences, dens, and penthouses with dens. Home Finishes Open-concept kitchens with designer finishes and high-end appliances, in-home washers and dryers with efficient climate control, and walk-in closets in select residences. Signature Amenities A resort-style pool and sundeck with cabanas, fitness and coworking spaces, concierge service, controlled access, and a dedicated onsite Pet Washing Station. Pet Policy Up to two pets per home (120-pound weight limit). Breed restrictions apply. Parking Options Controlled access parking garage. Parking is available for an additional monthly fee. Interested in a Tour? Ready to see it in person? Contact us today to schedule a tour to compare floor plans and see exactly how Ivy Station connects your home to top-tier dining, retail, and transit. Note: all distances are approximate measurements.
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