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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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10518 Western LLC
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10518 Western LLC

10518-10524 Western AveDowney, CA 90241
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9351 Washburn Rd
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9351 Washburn Rd

9351 Washburn RdDowney, CA 90242

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Kona Kai
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Kona Kai

13530 Deming AveDowney, CA 90242
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7860 Burns Ave
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7860 Burns Ave

7860 Burns AveDowney, CA 90241
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7834 2nd St
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7834 2nd St

7834 2nd StDowney, CA 90241
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8219 5th St
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8219 5th St

8219 5th StDowney, CA 90241
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12416 Rose Ave
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12416 Rose Ave

12416 Rose AveDowney, CA 90242

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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 Norwalk Village in the Norwalk neighborhood and is 950 square feet priced from $1,950. Palm St in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 902 square feet and currently listed start at $1,900. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Norwalk VillageOne Bedroom950 Sq Ft$1,950
Palm St1 Bed 1 Bath902 Sq Ft$1,900
Downey Pointe Apartments1BR/1B with Den900 Sq Ft$2,100
8721 Imperial Hwy.1 Bed 1 Bath WI closet front/back patio839 Sq Ft$2,223
Parc at 5 ApartmentsOne Bedroom Plan R831 Sq Ft$3,326
8028 Boer Ave1BR/1.0BA795 Sq Ft$1,895
Union Plaza1 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs766 Sq Ft$2,025
MiroA3760 Sq Ft$2,845
La Villa Descanso1BR/1BA Upstairs750 Sq Ft$2,025
16131 Eucalyptus Ave1x1650 Sq Ft$1,850

Cheapest Available Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 21, 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 $2,035. 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
BF62061BR/1.0BA$1,695
Alethea Apartments1 Bedroom$1,699
Downey Villas1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,700
Town Center Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath$1,703
Acapulco1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,725
La Paloma1BD/1BA$1,750
El Dorado1 Bed 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 $2,035.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downey is a 950 square feet unit starting from $1,950 at Norwalk Village.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downey is currently 535 sq ft.

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