Studio Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA (120 Rentals)

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Shalimar Apartments
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Shalimar Apartments

9016 Cecilia StDowney, CA 90241
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Monte Carlo Apartments
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Monte Carlo Apartments

9537-9539 Firestone BlvdDowney, CA 90241
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Villa Nova
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Villa Nova

10459 Downey AveDowney, CA 90241
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11506 Haro Ave
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11506 Haro Ave

11506 Haro AveDowney, CA 90241

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Sunflower Apartments
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Sunflower Apartments

9242 Telegraph RdDowney, CA 90240
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Chanteclair Apartments
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Chanteclair Apartments

10236 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90241
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11528 Adco Ave
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11528 Adco Ave

11528 Adco AveDowney, CA 90241
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8329 Fontana St
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8329 Fontana St

8329 Fontana StDowney, CA 90241
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Rustic Villa
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Rustic Villa

9525 Firestone BlvdDowney, CA 90241
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8340 Alameda St
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8340 Alameda St

8340 Alameda StDowney, CA 90242

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Arnett
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Arnett

7417 Arnett StDowney, CA 90241
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Casa del Rio
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Casa del Rio

11923 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90242
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Sabre Apartments
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Sabre Apartments

12110 Downey AveDowney, CA 90242
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11932 Paramount Blvd
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11932 Paramount Blvd

11932 Paramount BlvdDowney, CA 90242
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Largest Available Downey Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Downey, CA is found at Estancia Downey Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 500 square feet priced from $1,625. Rosemead Place has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 450 square feet and currently listed start at $1,695. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Estancia Downey ApartmentsStudio500 Sq Ft$1,625
Rosemead Place0x1450 Sq Ft$1,695
The Island ApartmentsStudio395 Sq Ft$1,749
7466 Rosemead0 Bedroom 1 Bath356 Sq Ft$1,495
Fashion ParkStudio350 Sq Ft$1,595
Townhouse ArtesiaStudio345 Sq Ft$1,500
ARTESIA (Garden)Deluxe Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!...325 Sq Ft$1,425
Seville ApartmentsStudio0 Sq Ft$1,500

Cheapest Available Downey Studio Apartments

As of July 10, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Downey, CA is the Deluxe Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!... Model starting from $1,425 at ARTESIA (Garden) in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable Downey Studio is the 0 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at 7466 Rosemead starting at $1,495 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Downey is currently $1,597. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
ARTESIA (Garden)Deluxe Studio ***$500 OFF YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!...$1,425
7466 Rosemead0 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,495
Townhouse ArtesiaStudio$1,500
Seville ApartmentsStudio$1,500
Fashion ParkStudio$1,595
Estancia Downey ApartmentsStudio$1,625
Rosemead Place0x1$1,695
The Island ApartmentsStudio$1,749
The Exotic IsleStudio (ALL Utilities Included)$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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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 Studio Downey Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downey with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Downey is at ARTESIA (Garden) listed at $1,425.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Downey Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downey is $1,597.

What is the largest available Studio Downey Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downey is a 500 square feet unit starting from $1,625 at Estancia Downey Apartments.

What is the average size for Downey Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Downey is currently 415 sq ft.

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