Level 2 Independent

Helms Bakery Building

8800 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90034

Max power: Up to 7.2 kW; Level 2
Charging ports: 6; J1772
Price: $1.35/hr; Per network listing
Hours: 24/7; Open all day

Helms Bakery Building is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 8800 Venice Blvd in Los Angeles, CA. It has 6 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.2 kw. Listed pricing is $1.35/hr, and the site is open 24 hours a day.

How long will charging take?

Range added per hour

~24mi

10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery

~8.3hours

Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works

Connectors and compatibility

J1772

6 ports · 7 kW

The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.

Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.

Pricing

$1.35/hr

Network listing: “$1.35 per hour for first two hours, $3 per hour thereafter”

Prices can vary by time of day and membership. The Independent app shows the live rate before you start.

Location and access

Address: 8800 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034
Coordinates: 34.02997, -118.38523
Hours: 24/7
On site: Covered Parking24/7 Access

Questions drivers ask

How fast is Helms Bakery Building?

It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 7 kW, which adds roughly 24 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.

How much does it cost to charge at Helms Bakery Building?

Independent lists pricing as: $1.35 per hour for first two hours, $3 per hour thereafter. Check the Independent app for the current rate before you plug in.

What plugs does Helms Bakery Building have?

6 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 7 kW.

Is Helms Bakery Building open 24/7?

Yes, the network lists it as open 24 hours a day.

Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 21525. Last confirmed by the network on Sep 14, 2026; opened Apr 25, 2017.