2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA (1,138 Rentals)

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12425 Paramount Blvd
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12425 Paramount Blvd

12425 Paramount BlvdDowney, CA 90242
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R06-025-MF

8610 E 5th StDowney, CA 90241

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10729 New St
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10729 New St

10729 New StDowney, CA 90241
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7924 2nd St
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7924 2nd St

7924 2nd StDowney, CA 90241
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7409 Arnett St
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7409 Arnett St

7409 Arnett StDowney, CA 90241
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Continental  300
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Continental 300

12545 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90242
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11605 Downey Ave
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11605 Downey Ave

11605 Downey AveDowney, CA 90241
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Arrington Pines
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Arrington Pines

10505 Arrington AveDowney, CA 90241
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9101 Margaret St
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9101 Margaret St

9101 Margaret StDowney, CA 90241

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Largest Available Downey 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Downey, CA is found at Florentine Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 1,910 square feet priced from $3,595. SoLA has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,359 square feet and currently listed start at $3,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Florentine ApartmentsVenice1,910 Sq Ft$3,595
SoLA2x2EM1,359 Sq Ft$3,700
Parc at 5 ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Plan BR1,215 Sq Ft$3,012
Norwalk ApartmentsTwo Bedroom1,200 Sq Ft$2,700
Norwalk MetropointePalmetto with Loft1,200 Sq Ft$2,873
Downey Pointe Apartments2BR/ 1BA with Den1,100 Sq Ft$2,695
15327 Woodruff Pl2x21,100 Sq Ft$2,650
MiroB31,072 Sq Ft$3,467
EdgewayPlan 2A - 2 Bedroom + Study, 2 Bath1,062 Sq Ft$3,775
Placita ParkLarge 2 Bed 1.5 Bath1,050 Sq Ft$3,661

Cheapest Available Downey 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 17, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Downey, CA is the 2BR/1.0BA Model starting from $2,050 at 12648 Paddison Avenue in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable Downey 2 Bedroom is the 2x1 - 750 Model at Costa Azul starting at $2,075 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downey is currently $2,629. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
12648 Paddison Avenue2BR/1.0BA$2,050
Costa Azul2x1 - 750$2,075
Richfield ApartmentsTwo Bedroom$2,100
Norwood Apartments2 beds / 1 bath$2,200
Greenwood2 Bed 1 Bath$2,200
Chanteclair Apartments2 Bed Apt.$2,200
BF62062BR/1.0BA$2,250
La Paloma2BD/1BA$2,250
A6AA-NEW2BR/1.0BA$2,295

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downey Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downey with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Downey is at 12648 Paddison Avenue listed at $2,050.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downey Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downey is $2,629.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downey Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downey is a 1,910 square feet unit starting from $3,595 at Florentine Apartments.

What is the average size for Downey 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Downey is currently 904 sq ft.

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