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11942-11952 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90242
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De Liso Apartments
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De Liso Apartments

12425 Paramount BlvdDowney, CA 90242
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7834 2nd St

7834 2nd StDowney, CA 90241
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Casa del Rio
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Casa del Rio

11923 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90242
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Brookshire Manor
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Brookshire Manor

11410 Brookshire AveDowney, CA 90241
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Regent Terrace
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Regent Terrace

11410 Dolan AveDowney, CA 90241
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10543 Downey Ave
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10543 Downey Ave

10543 Downey AveDowney, CA 90241

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Downey, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Downey, CA is found at San Marcos Village Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 1,000 square feet priced from $1,925. Norwalk Village has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 950 square feet and currently listed start at $1,950. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
San Marcos Village ApartmentsThe Balboa1,000 Sq Ft$1,925
Norwalk VillageOne Bedroom950 Sq Ft$1,950
Downey Pointe Apartments1BR/1B with Den900 Sq Ft$2,100
Park Ridge Apartments1BR 1 BA875 Sq Ft$1,995
EnclaveF2813 Sq Ft$2,277
California Villages Pico RiveraA4 Floor Plan758 Sq FtCall for Rates
Stonewood Village1BR/1BA750 Sq Ft$1,975
Normandy Apartments2and1750 Sq Ft$2,295
Alethea Apartments1 Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,699
The SquareOne Bedroom650 Sq Ft$2,000

Cheapest Available Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Downey, CA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $1,549 at Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable Downey 1 Bedroom is the 1bed-1bath Model at 9301 Atlantic Ave starting at $1,604 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downey is currently $2,075. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing1 Bed, 1 bath$1,549
9301 Atlantic Ave1bed-1bath$1,604
Downey Villas1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,650
7800 Madison St1 Bed, 1 bath$1,675
Alethea Apartments1 Bedroom$1,699
Town Center TerraceOne Bedroom One Bath$1,703
La Paloma1BD/1BA$1,750
Grandview Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath$1,775
Indiana Avenue Apartments1x1$1,795

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Downey Overview

Situated just a dozen miles from the epicenter of Los Angeles, California living doesn't get much better than life in apartments in Downey. Flush with historic architecture, golden sunshine and career opportunities galore, this is one west coast hot spot well worth considering.

Why live in Downey, CA?

Close enough to Los Angeles but just far enough to have a distinct personality all its own, this thriving suburb is a hit with families and young professionals on the move. Bolstered by a firm sense of community, Downey rentals offer convenience, affordability and an array of amenities usually reserved for larger California locales.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downey Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downey with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downey is at Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing listed at $1,549.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downey Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downey is $2,075.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downey Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downey is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $1,925 at San Marcos Village Apartments.

What is the average size for Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downey is currently 544 sq ft.

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