3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA (405 Rentals)

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Monte Carlo Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Monte Carlo Apartments

9537-9539 Firestone BlvdDowney, CA 90241
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Downey View
3 Bedroom Apartments

Downey View

8314 2nd StDowney, CA 90241
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9319-9323 Elm Vista Dr
3 Bedroom Apartments

9319-9323 Elm Vista Dr

9319-9323 Elm Vista DrDowney, CA 90242
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Washburn Villas
3 Bedroom Apartments

Washburn Villas

9241-9261 Washburn RdDowney, CA 90242

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Park Lane
3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane

9448 Nance AveDowney, CA 90241
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8045 Alameda St
3 Bedroom Apartments

8045 Alameda St

8045 Alameda StDowney, CA 90242
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Clark Manor
3 Bedroom Apartments

Clark Manor

13032 Columbia AveDowney, CA 90242
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10729 New St
3 Bedroom Apartments

10729 New St

10729 New StDowney, CA 90241
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7924 2nd St
3 Bedroom Apartments

7924 2nd St

7924 2nd StDowney, CA 90241
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Arrington Pines
3 Bedroom Apartments

Arrington Pines

10505 Arrington AveDowney, CA 90241
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8646-8650 5th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

8646-8650 5th St

8646-8650 5th StDowney, CA 90241
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8115 3rd St
3 Bedroom Apartments

8115 3rd St

8115 3rd StDowney, CA 90241

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8543 Luxor St
3 Bedroom Apartments

8543 Luxor St

8543 Luxor StDowney, CA 90241
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8735-8745 7th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

8735-8745 7th St

8735-8745 7th StDowney, CA 90241

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8650 E 5th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

8650 E 5th St

8650 E 5th StDowney, CA 90241

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Largest Available Downey 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Downey, CA is found at 16141 Eucalyptus Ave in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 1,620 square feet priced from $2,995. SoLA has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,347 square feet and currently listed start at $3,849. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
16141 Eucalyptus Ave3 Bed 2 Bath1,620 Sq Ft$2,995
SoLA3x2H21,347 Sq Ft$3,849
Tower Bellflower1,200 Sq Ft$3,095
Villa Santa Fe Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms1,150 Sq Ft$2,995
Norwalk MetropointeSilver Date1,100 Sq Ft$3,499
Somerset plaza3x31,100 Sq Ft$2,995
6628-6630 Selfland Ave3 Bed Condo1,000 Sq Ft$3,295
Le Chateau ApartmentsThree Bedroom Apartment940 Sq Ft$2,495
8232 Wilcox3 Bed 1 Bath700 Sq Ft$2,600

Cheapest Available Downey 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 22, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Downey, CA is the Three Bedroom Apartment Model starting from $2,495 at Le Chateau Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable Downey 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at 8232 Wilcox starting at $2,600 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Downey is currently $3,172. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Le Chateau ApartmentsThree Bedroom Apartment$2,495
8232 Wilcox3 Bed 1 Bath$2,600
Florence Villas3 Bedroom$2,950
Somerset plaza3x3$2,995
Villa Santa Fe Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms$2,995
16141 Eucalyptus Ave3 Bed 2 Bath$2,995
6628-6630 Selfland Ave3 Bed Condo$3,295
10327 Downey Ave.3 Bed 2 Bath$3,495
Norwalk MetropointeSilver Date$3,499
SoLA3x2H2$3,849

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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 3 Bedroom Downey Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downey with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Downey is at Le Chateau Apartments listed at $2,495.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Downey Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Downey is $3,172.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Downey Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downey is a 1,620 square feet unit starting from $2,995 at 16141 Eucalyptus Ave.

What is the average size for Downey 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Downey is currently 1,652 sq ft.

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