
Homes for Rent in Downey, CA (56 Rentals)


8717 6th St

9242 Telegraph Rd, Unit A

9320 Elm Vista Dr, Unit 9320 Elm Vista

9320 Elm Vista Dr

11914 Downey Ave, Unit downstairs unit

8025-8024 Gardendale St

11528 Adco Ave

10210 Newville Ave

8021 5th St
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8128 Puritan St

8735 Buckles St

10559 Paramount Blvd

8901 Serapis Ave

9559 Firestone Blvd

8117 2nd St

9209 Paramount Blvd

5125 1/2 Clara St

16811 Lakewood Blvd

16222 Eucalyptus Ave
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11972 Walnut St

11115 Pope Ave

8203 Buhman Ave

7362 Loch Alene Ave

8102 McKinley Ave, Unit 8102 McKinley Ave

9458 Beverly St, Unit 2

11749 4th Ave, Unit 4

16121 Clark Ave, Unit 2

4931 E San Rafael St

4217 Carlin Ave
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5154 Santa Ana St

16200 Vermont Ave, Unit C310

9615 Walnut St

11026 Imperial Hwy.

3968 Platt Ave

7362 Loch Alene Ave

9615 Walnut

10509 Angell St

9924 Rosewood Ave.

9903 Belmont St, Unit 15
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11026 Imperial Hwy.

9903 Belmont St, Unit 25

13426 Benfield Ave

9350 Flower St

9350 Flower St

816 Oakwood St, Unit 1

6667 N Hammond Ave

5301 Live Oak St

15000 Downey Ave

10253 Mapledale St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downey?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downey 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,931 | $2,100 | $3,300 |
| Downey 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,519 | $2,600 | $4,200 |
| Downey 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,700 | $4,700 | $4,700 |
| Downey 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,700 | $5,700 | $5,700 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downey?
There are currently 1825 Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $4,275. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downey ranging from $1,639 to $5,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downey?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downey ranges from $1,639 to $5,700 with an average monthly rent of $3,439.
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