ROOMMATE WANTED — LA FOOTHILLS
3 Bedroom / 2 Bath • House Under Construction • Free Rent in Exchange for Skilled Labor
Gonna take a deep breath and throw this out there:
I have a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the foothills of Los Angeles that is currently under construction. I have full architectural plans for the kitchen and one bathroom, plus other smaller projects, and I can cover all materials costs — but after being burned by a contractor, I no longer have the budget for labor.
In exchange for skilled help with installation on weekends or your free time, I’m offering a rent-free room in a home in a truly beautiful area, in an insanely expensive rental market.
What’s involved: Kitchen installation (architectural plans already drawn); One bathroom remodel (architectural plans already drawn); other miscellaneous projects; All materials paid for by me; Work schedule to be agreed upon together — weekends or free time; Work must be done safely and to a high standard — quality and safety do matter to me
This arrangement could be an ideal fit for:
A soon-to-be licensed contractor or tradesperson looking for hands-on reps
An architecture or engineering student wanting real-world project experience
An experienced DIYer with a track record of solid, safe work who needs affordable housing
You don’t need to be a licensed professional — but you do need to know what you’re doing, work safely, and take the projects seriously.
About Me I’m a working professional and creative. I’m particular about my home but generally pretty easy to live with — social, laid-back, and respectful of personal space. Shoes come off at the door, and I love a clean, tidy house. Dishes in the sink overnight? No big deal. Multiple nights in a row? That’s where I start to twitch.
I have a cat who is very social and easy-going with people — but has strong feelings about dogs. So as much as I love them, no dogs in the house. (Sorry)
I welcome: Any race/ethnicity, gender identity or sexual orientation; social cats, fish, small caged animals (that can tolerate a very nosey cat); Occasional guests and a social lifestyle
Not a fit: Smokers (indoors or on the property), Hard drug users; Dogs (the cat has spoken); Anyone unable to commit to a realistic project timeline
If this is of interest to you, let’s talk. Send me a message introducing yourself and we can go from there.
I get this is an unorthodox post, but serious inquiries only please, and don’t be a d*ck if you have big feelings or opinions about this ask. I’m just out here tryna figure this all out, too.