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River Road
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River Road

11833 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90241
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8230-8234 Telegraph Rd
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8230-8234 Telegraph Rd

8230-8234 Telegraph RdDowney, CA 90240
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ADCO
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ADCO

11502-11506 Adco AveDowney, CA 90241
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Crown Apartments
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Crown Apartments

12030 Downey AveDowney, CA 90242
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The Waikikian
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The Waikikian

8831 Rosecrans AveDowney, CA 90242
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8610 E 5th St
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8610 E 5th St

8610 E 5th StDowney, CA 90241
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Lexington Apartments
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Lexington Apartments

9224 Brookshire AveDowney, CA 90240
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Pine Crest Apartments
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Pine Crest Apartments

11026 Pangborn AveDowney, CA 90241
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Stratford Apartments
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Stratford Apartments

7157 Stewart And Gray RdDowney, 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. Downey Pointe Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $2,100. 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
Downey Pointe Apartments1BR/1B with Den900 Sq Ft$2,100
Parc at 5 ApartmentsOne Bedroom Plan R831 Sq Ft$2,564
7818 StewartGray1BR/1.0BA800 Sq Ft$1,850
EdgewayPlan 1B - 1 Bedroom + Study, 1 Bath798 Sq Ft$2,650
SoLA1x1D782 Sq Ft$2,799
EnclaveB1769 Sq Ft$2,271
California Villages Pico RiveraA4 Floor Plan758 Sq FtCall for Rates
Normandy Apartments2and1750 Sq Ft$2,295

Cheapest Available Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Downey, CA is the One Bed Model starting from $1,640 at Tower Bellflower in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable Downey 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at Town Center Terrace starting at $1,680 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downey is currently $2,055. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Tower BellflowerOne Bed$1,640
Town Center TerraceOne Bedroom One Bath$1,680
9553 Flower StONE$1,700
16130 Eucalyptus Ave1x1$1,700
ARTESIA (Garden)1bd, 1ba$1,750
Acapulco1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,750
Grandview Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath$1,775
Village Apartments1BR/1BA$1,795
Townhouse Artesia1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,800
Regency Villas1BR/1BA$1,800

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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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Getting Around Downey, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Tower Bellflower listed at $1,640.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downey is $2,055.

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 688 sq ft.

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