
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downey Road Neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA from $1,200 (34 Rentals)
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Rosemead Place

The Island Apartments

7466 Rosemead

8202 Rosemead Blvd

8425 Birchbark Ave

8419 Birchbark Ave

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9256 Burke St

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8230-8234 Telegraph Rd
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8621 Birchbark Ave
Downey Road, Pico Rivera, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downey Road?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downey Road Studio Apartments | $1,590 | $1,445 | $1,725 |
| Downey Road 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $1,700 | $2,384 |
| Downey Road 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,632 | $2,200 | $3,024 |
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Cheapest Available Downey Road Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downey Road area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 7466 Rosemead priced from $1,445. Rosemead Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here are the most affordable Downey Road apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7466 Rosemead | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Rosemead Place | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Village Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Glen Haven Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Regency Villas | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Shamrock Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Placita Park | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,159 |
| Telegraph Place Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Brookshire Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,485 |
| Lucia | 2x1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2,511 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downey Road, CA
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downey Road area is the $2.46 price per square foot Two Bedroom Plan BR Model at Parc at 5 Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Downey Road apartment is the 2x1 Model at The Brookshire Apartments starting at $2,485 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downey Road apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc at 5 Apartments | Two Bedroom Plan BR | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| The Brookshire Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Lucia | 2x1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Telegraph Place Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Rosemead Place | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
| Shamrock Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Village Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Placita Park | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Regency Villas | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Glen Haven Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowney Road, Pico Rivera, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downey Road Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downey Road?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downey Road is under $2,511.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downey Road?
The cheapest apartment in Downey Road is Village Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Downey Road costs $2,609.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downey Road?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Downey Road that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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