Homeless Guy In Lost Angeles Builds A House Out Of Scraps He Found, Even Has Electricity

HIGHLAND PARK, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Nestled along the Arroyo Seco next to the 110 Freeway near Highland Park sits a community of homes, but it's not what you'd expect.

The homes, which are mostly makeshift structures made out of different materials like tents and tarps, were created by homeless people.

"It's good because nobody bothers us," said Cesar, who lives in one of the makeshift homes. "That's why we're here."

One man created an entire house along the parkway with its own front door and electricity.

"He has lights, a stove, refrigerator for food, it's in good condition," said Cesar, who said he's lived along the Arroyo Seco for four years and works part time.

"The work is one day, two days then no more," he said.

Cesar said because he doesn't have a steady job, he can't afford housing.

"For my work, I can't do that and move to another place because the rent is too high," he said.