
Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA (106 Rentals)


Stonewood Village

11502-11506 Adco Ave.

Bryant

Downey West Garden Apartments

Tea House

Sycamore Pines Apartments

Downey Pointe Apartments

Seville Apartments

12500-12514 Ryerson Ave
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10819-10833 Brookshire Ave

7860 Burns Ave

11706 Coldbrook Ave

Regent Terrace

Casa del Rio

8108 Buell St

10543 Downey Ave

Brookshire Manor

Tennis View Apartments

11714 Bellflower Blvd
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8600 5th St.

Colonial Arms

8714 5th St

10333 La Reina Ave

10518-10524 Western Ave

12408 Lakewood Blvd

7411 Firestone Pl

Moongate Apartments

Rives Manor Apartments

12521-12527 Rose Ave
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Villa Downey

12501 Paramount Blvd

Grandview Apartments

Faircrest Apartments

Sun Rose Villa

12054 Downey Ave.

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Parc at 5 Apartments

Capri Apartments

7615 Florence Ave
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Schon Haus

Evergreen Apartments

9319 Washburn Rd

9022 Cecilia St

11716 Gurley Ave.

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Sabre Apartments

Twin Palms

Montclair Apartments

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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 | $1,655 | $1,395 | $1,954 |
| Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,049 | $1,595 | $3,399 |
| Downey 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,618 | $1,995 | $3,876 |
| Downey 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,280 | $2,495 | $4,150 |
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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 Town Center Terrace listed at $1,600.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downey Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downey is $2,049.
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 532 sq ft.
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