
Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA (73 Rentals)


Village Apartments

11440 Old River School Rd

Aspen Place

Woodbriar Apartments

La Villa Descanso

Casa del Rio Seco

Glen Haven Apartments

11502-11506 Adco Ave.

Stonewood Village
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The Bryant

Downey West Garden Apartments

The Cornerstone Apartments

9320-9330 Elm Vista Dr.

Quiet Park

Normandy Apartments

Downey Pointe Apartments

De Liso Apartments

Eastwood Apartments

The North Winds
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Brookshire Manor

Regent Terrace

12437 Dunrobin Ave

Casa del Rio

13000 Paramount Blvd

Kona Kai

SoLA

Palm Gate Apartments

Union Plaza
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Costa Azul

Lucia

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Enclave

Porto Bella Apartments

Cornuta Apartments

The Courtyards Apartment Homes

California Villages Pico Rivera

Ryon ave Apartments

16141 Eucalyptus Ave
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Placita Park

Somerset plaza

Four Seasons Apartments

La Paloma

Rosemead Place

Excelsior Apartments

Somerset Village

Le Chateau Apartments

Tropical Breeze
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Downey, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downey?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downey Studio Apartments | $1,676 | $1,395 | $1,949 |
| Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,067 | $1,595 | $3,399 |
| Downey 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,620 | $1,875 | $3,650 |
| Downey 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,298 | $2,640 | $4,275 |
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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 9301 Atlantic Ave listed at $1,604.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downey Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downey is $2,067.
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 442 sq ft.
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