Studio Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA (553 Rentals)

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8116 3rd St
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8116 3rd St

8116 3rd 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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8329 Fontana St
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8329 Fontana St

8329 Fontana StDowney, CA 90241
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7808 2nd St
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7808 2nd St

7808 2nd StDowney, CA 90241
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Rustic Villa
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Rustic Villa

9525 Firestone BlvdDowney, CA 90241
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Gallatin
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Gallatin

8546 Gallatin RdDowney, CA 90240

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9301 Washburn
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9301 Washburn

9301 WashburnDowney, CA 90242
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8222 6th St
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8222 6th St

8222 6th StDowney, CA 90241
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8102 Alameda St
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8102 Alameda St

8102 Alameda StDowney, CA 90242

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8130 Stewart
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8130 Stewart

8130 StewartDowney, CA 90242
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11528 Adco Ave
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11528 Adco Ave

11528 Adco AveDowney, 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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12505 Clark Ave
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12505 Clark Ave

12505 Clark AveDowney, CA 90242
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Seville Apartments
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Seville Apartments

8000 Telegraph RdDowney, CA 90240
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Largest Available Downey Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Downey, CA is found at Palm Gate Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 605 square feet priced from $1,545. California Villages Pico Rivera has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 489 square feet and currently listed start at $1,939. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 0605 Sq Ft$1,545
California Villages Pico RiveraStudio A489 Sq Ft$1,939
Rosemead Place0x1450 Sq Ft$1,725
7466 Rosemead0 Bedroom 1 Bath356 Sq Ft$1,525
Fashion ParkStudio350 Sq Ft$1,595
El DoradoStudio350 Sq Ft$1,695
Townhouse ArtesiaStudio345 Sq Ft$1,550
Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior HousingStudio, 1 bath318 Sq Ft$1,499
Tropical BreezeStudio Upstairs Utilities Included300 Sq Ft$1,835
12621 Glenshire Rd, 12618 Lakewood BlvdStudio252 Sq Ft$1,595

Cheapest Available Downey Studio Apartments

As of June 08, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Downey, CA is the Studio, 1 bath Model starting from $1,499 at Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable Downey Studio is the 0 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at 7466 Rosemead starting at $1,525 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Downey is currently $1,676. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior HousingStudio, 1 bath$1,499
7466 Rosemead0 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,525
Palm Gate ApartmentsModel 0$1,545
Townhouse ArtesiaStudio$1,550
Fashion ParkStudio$1,595
12621 Glenshire Rd, 12618 Lakewood BlvdStudio$1,595
El DoradoStudio$1,695
Rosemead Place0x1$1,725
Tropical BreezeStudio Upstairs Utilities Included$1,835

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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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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 Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing listed at $1,499.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downey is $1,676.

What is the largest available Studio Downey Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downey is a 605 square feet unit starting from $1,545 at Palm Gate Apartments.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Downey is currently 361 sq ft.

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