Lancaster CA Corporate Housing and Furnished Apartments
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Almost Home offers a wide variety of Lancaster, CA corporate housing options for every short or long term furnished apartment need you may have. Contact us today to receive a temporary housing quote customized just for you in your desired area of the city.
Lancaster Corporate Housing – First Time in the Area
We wish to help familiarize potential newcomers to life in Lancaster and therefore provide the following informative summary of various aspects of this city. Take a few moments to acquire the knowledge of a long-time resident before you arrive.
Economy
Those staying in corporate housing in Lancaster, CA for business reasons might appreciate some information about the city’s business environment. Lancaster is divided into five business redevelopment districts and surrounded by five cities, Tehachapi, Antelope Acres, Quartz Hill, Rosamond, Palmdale, Littlerock, Lake Los Angeles and Edwards Air Force Base, in the Northeast. The five business districts within the city, is designed to attract retail and dining dollars from the five surrounding cities and Edwards AFB.
The redevelopment districts resulted in a number of eating establishments and retail shopping including the West Lancaster Plaza, the Valley Central Shopping Center, the Lancaster Commerce Center, The Boulevard, East Lancaster Plaza and the Antelope Valley Center. There are a number of colleges in town that bring in the education dollar to the city. Antelope Valley College, California State University, West Coast Baptist College and University of Antelope Valley attracts students from within the area and other parts of California as well as other parts of the country. There are also some international students in the area colleges.
Climate
Knowing what clothing to bring with you to your Lancaster, CA furnished apartment is somewhat dependent on the local climate. Lancaster experiences a semi-arid climate. Spring is mild with temperatures hovering between lows of 39°F in March to highs of 79° in May. Summers are hot, reaching a high of 95° in July while Fall tapers off to the low 70s in October to lows of 30° in December, being the coldest month of the year. So, be sure to dress right and then venture out of your Lancaster, CA corporate apartment to enjoy the wide variety of outdoor activities that this area offers.
History
Being a temporary resident in Lancaster, CA corporate housing need not relegate you to feeling like a complete outsider. Acquaint yourself with Lancaster’s history by reading our brief historical summary provided below.
Lancaster sits in Antelope Valley, at the edge of the Mojave Desert. Its popularity and immigration has periodically risen and fallen over the years. The original inhabitants of the area were the Piute Indians, until the arrival of the Southern Railroad. With the railroad, came the new occupants and settlers. The railroad was the first to name the place the Lancaster Station and had yards and watering facilities at this stop that soon saw workers take up residence here.
Moses Langley Wicks was the first to envision a commercial future for this water stop and bought up large swaths of property from the railroad then packaged it and resold it as part of a newly designed township. The price, at the turn of the 20th century, for an acre of land in Lancaster was $6. Wicks had purchased the land at $2.5 per acre.
In 1898, gold and borax were discovered near Lancaster and that caused the new influx of residents into the city. It was quickly followed by the construction of the Aqueduct stretching from Los Angeles. This created jobs for thousands of workers who were then housed in Lancaster. One of the families that lived here at the time was the Gumm family. The little girl, Frances "Baby" Gumm went on to become Judy Garland.
Places to Eat Near Lancaster Corporate Housing
All of Almost Home’s Lancaster, CA furnished apartments have fully stocked kitchens, making cooking a breeze. However, many of our residents still enjoy dining out from time to time. You might want to give the following restaurants a try:
- The Thai Restaurant on Sierra Highway: A clean Asian restaurant with plenty of parking in the back. Prices here are fare with adequate serving portions. No alcohol is served at this restaurant. They are famous for their Mango Rice dessert and the Tender Touch Chicken.
- Best of Europe on 50th St W.: A deli that has most of the European meats and cheeses. The choices are always fresh and the cheese is well represented. The service is fast and friendl and the surrounding area is clean. Rush hour can get a little crowded but the guys at the counter do a good job of clearing the crowds.
- Bigtuna on 10 St W.: Bigtuna is a sushi bar that has Americanized the tastes. It does have some authentic tasting sushi, but those who savor authentic tastes will not be totally satisfied. However, the food is tasty and works well for those who are just getting started with Japanese food. Try the lobster roll.
- Korea Cuisine on Valley Central Way: A spacious restaurant that's fairly quiet even when its packed. The bar serves a limited selection of beer and wine only. The staff is well trained and the kitchen is fast with most orders. The food is cooked fresh using quality ingredients.
Things to do in Lancaster
Stepping out of your Lancaster, CA temporary housing is bound to present you with numerous interesting activities. We have listed a few possible entertainment choices that may appeal to you.
- Museum: Lancaster Museum of Art and History has a comprehensive collection of post WWII paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and film housed under one roof. There is also art that focuses on the history of the Antelope Valley and its surrounding area.
- Theater: The Lancaster Performing Arts Center on West Lancaster Blvd is a modern theater that showcases a wide variety of performances throughout year, appealing to diverse tastes and interests. From Molly Ringwald and her quartet-styled American Songbook hits to Willie Nelson and his unique, laid back performances, the theater appeals across generations.
- Golf: Rancho Sierra Golf is a nine-hole, par-35 course that stretches 2,450 yards from the front tee. The fairways are lined with mature trees and meanders gracefully across streams and three lakes. There is also a driving range near the clubhouse. The course plays quickly with almost even terrain.
- Parks: The L.A County Arboretum and Botanic Garden on N Baldwin Ave is a 127-acre natural and historic site that encompasses waterfalls, fountains, natural and foreign flora and fauna as well as a horticultural library allowing the investigation and study of nature. It has numerous walking trails and benches for resting.
Whatever your reason for visiting Lancaster, Almost Home Corporate Housing is your best choice to provide you with a furnished apartment in Lancaster, CA that is perfectly tailored to meet your unique housing needs. Call us today to receive a quote or fill out our short housing request form at the top of this page.
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