
Apartments for Rent in the 90242 ZIP Code of Downey, CA (414 Rentals)Page 2 of 9


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8130 Stewart

8240 Gardendale St

13000 Paramount Blvd

8025-8031 Gardendale St

8012-8016 Priscilla Ave

12048-12054 Bellflower Blvd

12024 Bellflower Blvd

12006 Bellflower Blvd
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9301 Elm Vista Dr

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9351 Washburn Rd

12437 Dunrobin Ave

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12443 Dunrobin Ave

12352-12354 Dunrobin Ave

12420 Dunrobin Ave

Kona Kai

Continental 300

12541

11918 Pomering Rd

Carrouse

12517 Old River School Rd

12044 Old River School Rd
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11969-11975 Pomering Rd

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7375 Emily Ln

7375-7385 Emily ln

12500-12514 Ryerson Ave

Casa De Seville

11919 Old River School Rd

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Quiet Bay

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Palma Imperial

8121-8133 Conrad St

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12054 Downey Ave.

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 90242?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90242 Studio Apartments | $1,646 | $1,495 | $1,795 |
| 90242 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,250 | $3,033 |
| 90242 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,571 | $1,600 | $3,296 |
| 90242 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,343 | $2,795 | $3,649 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about the 90242 ZIP Code
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the 90242 ZIP Code?
As of today, September 22, 2026, there are currently 414 available 90242 apartments priced from $1,250 to $3,649, with an average monthly rent of $2,312.
How much are Studio apartments in 90242?
There are currently 83 Studio Apartments in 90242 with rent ranges from $1,495 to $1,795 with an average price of $1,646.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom 90242 Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in 90242 ranges from $1,250 to $3,033 with an average monthly rent of $2,096.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in 90242 cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in 90242 range from $1,600 to $3,296. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,571.
How expensive are 90242 Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 90 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in 90242 on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,795 to $3,649 - averaging $3,343 for the location.
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