What are the average rent costs in Downey, CA?

The average rent in Downey, CA is $1,706.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Downey, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Downey, CA is $1,216.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Downey, CA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Downey, CA is $1,706.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Downey, CA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Downey, CA is $2,095.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Downey, CA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Downey, CA is $2,768.

Furnished Apartments For Rent in Downey, CA

1 BED

$1,799

Glen Haven Apartments

8254 Telegraph Rd, Downey, CA 90240

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2 BEDS

$2,500

Downey Pointe Apartments

7301 Florence Ave, Downey, CA 90240
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,500

11423 Pioneer Blvd Unit 11423 #c pioneer blvd

11423 Pioneer Blvd, Norwalk, CA 90650

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4 BEDS, 4 BATHS

$4,200

9207 Joshua Way

9207 Joshua Way, Downey, CA 90240
4 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$7,550

8349 Charloma Dr

8349 Charloma Dr, Downey, CA 90240
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$8,100

8438 Byers St

8438 Byers St, Downey, CA 90242
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$7,450

7951 Devenir Ave

7951 Devenir Ave, Downey, CA 90242
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,899

8000 Rose St

8000 Rose St, Paramount, CA 90723
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,500

10018 Foster Rd Unit 10020 (1/2)

10018 Foster Rd, Bellflower, CA 90706
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,799

8000 Rose St

8000 Rose St, Paramount, CA 90723

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Downey at a Glance

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Downey, CA Apartments for Rent

With its bright, sunny skies and palm-tree-lined streets, Downey (on the surface) is similar to many Southern California cities. It is in the heart of the Los Angeles metro, just 12 miles south of downtown LA. It is wedged between I-710 and I-5, with Pico Rivera to the east and South Gate to the west. It’s minutes from Long Beach and Seal Beach and close to mountain parks, including Hellman Wilderness Park. But before you do anything after moving to an apartment in Downey, first you have to go to McDonald’s.

Downey is home to the oldest remaining McDonald’s restaurant, the third one built back in 1953. This landmark, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, still features the two original “Golden Arches” and “Speedee” – a 60-foot sign added in 1959. The first Taco Bell was also located in Downey. While it is no longer a Taco Bell, the building is still located on Firestone Boulevard.

During WWII, Downey was home to Vultee Aircraft, a major maker of military aircraft at the time. Vultee eventually became part of North American Aviation – and the place where the Apollo Space Program (and the Space Shuttle) began. While the plant was eventually demolished, today it is home to the Columbia Memorial Space Center as well as Kaiser Permanente Hospital, the Downey Landing shopping complex, and the Downey Promenade (located on the former Downey Studios site).

Downey Studios was demolished in 2012, but the movies made here live on: Iron Man and Iron Man 2, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Pineapple Express, Spider Man, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, Space Cowboys, and many more. As you explore your new home of Downey, you might recognize some of the landmarks and buildings from these (and other) films.

There’s one place you’ll want to shop after choosing an apartment in Downey, and that’s the Downey Farmer’s Market. While the market is still fairly young (it wasn’t created until 2008), it has quickly become a community favorite. In addition to locally-grown fruits and veggies, the market features food booths and live music – be sure to check out the Downey Farmer’s Market Orchestra.

Renting in Downey

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 382 Sq Ft $1,216 / mo
1 Bedroom 564 Sq Ft $1,706 / mo
2 Bedrooms 782 Sq Ft $2,095 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,057 Sq Ft $2,768 / mo

Getting Around Downey

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Very Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

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Cerritos College

Public University

El Camino College, Compton Compton Center

Public University

UEI, Huntington Park Huntington Park Campus

Private University

Whittier College

Private University

Biola University

Private University

Warren High School

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Public | Grades 9- 12 | 3,437 Students

Downey High

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Public | Grades 9- 12 | 4,063 Students

West Middle School

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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 1,332 Students

Doty Middle School

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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 1,327 Students

Griffiths Middle School

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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 1,296 Students

Sussman Middle School

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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 1,122 Students

Williams Elementary School

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Public | Grades K- 3 | 630 Students

Unsworth Elementary School

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Public | Grades K- 5 | 645 Students

Rio Hondo Elementary

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Public | Grades K- 5 | 812 Students

Price Elementary School

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Public | Grades K- 5 | 779 Students

Alameda Elementary

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Public | Grades K- 5 | 757 Students

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