A rare opportunity to lease a private gated compound in the heart of the Fairfax District, just two blocks from iconic Melrose Avenue. Designed with clean lines, high ceilings, wide-plank flooring, and oversized windows that flood the interiors with natural light, this single-level gated compound features two individual modern residences for exceptional flexibility rarely found here. The main residence at 521 N. Martel Ave. offers 2,100 sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths. The spacious primary suite includes a luxurious en-suite with a walk-in shower, dual vanities, a private toilet room, and a generous walk-in closet. The detached guest home at 519 N. Martel offers 761 sq. ft. with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, its own private entrance and address, perfect for executive office space, creative studio, extended family, staff quarters, visiting guests, or a fully separate work-from-home environment. A beautifully landscaped courtyard and private outdoor spaces connect the homes, delivering seamless indoor-outdoor flow for entertaining, relaxation, and year-round California living. This is a special opportunity for those seeking privacy, versatility, and refined modern luxury in a prime location. Be the first to call this private compound home. Some photos are virtually staged and digitally rendered for illustrative purposes.