1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA (740 Rentals)

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River Road
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River Road

11833 Old River School RdDowney, CA 90241
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8230-8234 Telegraph Rd
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8230-8234 Telegraph Rd

8230-8234 Telegraph RdDowney, CA 90240
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10327 Downey Ave
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10327 Downey Ave

10327 Downey AveDowney, CA 90241
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Normandie Apartments
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Normandie Apartments

8207 Stewart And Gray RdDowney, CA 90241
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Crown Apartments
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Crown Apartments

12030 Downey AveDowney, CA 90242
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ADCO
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ADCO

11502-11506 Adco AveDowney, CA 90241
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8610 E 5th St
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8610 E 5th St

8610 E 5th StDowney, CA 90241
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The Waikikian
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The Waikikian

8831 Rosecrans AveDowney, CA 90242
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Lexington Apartments
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Lexington Apartments

9224 Brookshire AveDowney, CA 90240
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Pine Crest Apartments
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Pine Crest Apartments

11026 Pangborn AveDowney, CA 90241
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Stratford Apartments
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Stratford Apartments

7157 Stewart And Gray RdDowney, CA 90241
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Elm Vista
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Elm Vista

9312-9330 Elm Vista DrDowney, CA 90242
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Tea House
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Tea House

10326 Paramount BlvdDowney, CA 90241
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12501 Paramount Blvd
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12501 Paramount Blvd

12501 Paramount BlvdDowney, CA 90242
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Villas at Downey
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Villas at Downey

12066 Paramount BlvdDowney, CA 90242
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Ambassador Apartments
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Ambassador Apartments

10331 Western AveDowney, CA 90241
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Elm Vista Apartments
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Elm Vista Apartments

9234-9240 Elm Vista DrDowney, CA 90242
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Grandview Apartments
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Grandview Apartments

11700 Gurley AveDowney, CA 90241
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Downey, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Downey, CA is found at Parc at 5 Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 831 square feet priced from $2,607. Miro has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 760 square feet and currently listed start at $2,929. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Parc at 5 ApartmentsOne Bedroom Plan R831 Sq Ft$2,607
MiroA3760 Sq Ft$2,929
California Villages Pico RiveraA4 Floor Plan758 Sq Ft$2,202
La Villa Descanso1BR/1BA Upstairs750 Sq Ft$2,100
Woodbriar Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath750 Sq Ft$2,095
Rosemead Place1x1750 Sq Ft$1,900
Norwalk MetropointeBeach with Loft750 Sq Ft$2,393
The Courtyards Apartment Homes11A704 Sq Ft$2,195

Cheapest Available Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Downey, CA is the One Bed Model starting from $1,650 at Tower Bellflower in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable Downey 1 Bedroom is the 1BD/1BATH Model at La Paloma starting at $1,750 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downey is currently $2,164. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Downey:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Tower BellflowerOne Bed$1,650
La Paloma1BD/1BATH$1,750
Town Center TerraceOne Bedroom One Bath$1,786
Indiana Avenue Apartments1x1$1,795
Village Apartments1BR/1BA$1,795
Le Chateau ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment$1,795
Glen Haven Apartments1 Bedroom$1,799
El Dorado1 Bed 1 Bath$1,825
Ladera Vista ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,825

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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 1 Bedroom Downey Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downey with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downey is at Tower Bellflower listed at $1,650.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downey Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downey is $2,164.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downey Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downey is a 831 square feet unit starting from $2,607 at Parc at 5 Apartments.

What is the average size for Downey 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downey is currently 708 sq ft.

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