Average Rent in 90241, Downey, CA

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Current Versus Historical 90241, Downey, CA Rents

90241 rentals average $1,200 for a studio rental to $4,600 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,800, or roughly $34 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $1,350 to $1,350. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $38 (1.78%) year-over-year from $2,113 to $2,150. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $33 (1.20%) year-over-year from $2,767 to $2,800. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $333 (9.90%) year-over-year from $3,367 to $3,700. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1,315 (-22.23%) year-over-year from $5,915 to $4,600. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 3.85% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 12.17% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.73% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.87% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.47% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jun 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $57.60 $1,350 $1,350 (0.00%) $2,489 (-45.76%)
1 BR $39.79 $2,150 $2,113 (1.78%) $1,882 (14.26%)
2 BR $39.38 $2,800 $2,767 (1.20%) $2,564 (9.20%)
3 BR $31.97 $3,700 $3,367 (9.90%) $2,358 (56.89%)
4+ BR $28.38 $4,600 $5,915 (-22.23%) $4,000 (15.00%)

Historical Rents in 90241, Downey, CA

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Top Cities Near 90241

There are a total of 1 cities nearby 90241. The average rent in 90241 is currently $2,798 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Whittier, CA, with an average rent of $2,798, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 90241, Downey, CA is Whittier, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,798 per month.

Let's compare 90241, Downey, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 90241, Downey, CA is 45.83% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 9.30% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 90241, Downey, CA are about 12.20% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 1.32% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 1 cities near 90241, Downey, CA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Whittier, CA $1,750 $1,950 $2,575 $2,798

Top Neighborhoods Near 90241

There are a total of 3 neighborhoods in or near 90241. Some of these neighborhoods include Congress Southeast, Downtown Los Angeles, and Historic Cultural. We've included all of these top 3 neighborhoods in or near 90241, Downey, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 3 neighborhoods in or near 90241, Downey, CA is currently around $2,800 per month. A total of 2 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is equivalent to 90241's average rent, which is also $2,800. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 90241, Congress Southeast has the most affordable average rent at $2,700 per month. Whereas, at $2,950 average rent per month, Historic Cultural is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 90241. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Congress Southeast, Los Angeles, CA $1,450 $1,800 $2,500 $2,700
Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA $2,200 $2,750 $3,900 $2,800
Historic Cultural, Los Angeles, CA $2,795 $2,489 $3,266 $2,950

Top Counties Near 90241



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Top Zipcodes Near 90241

There are a total of 4 zipcodes in or near 90241, Downey, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,770. A total of 3 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 90017, Los Angeles, CA at $2,500 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,150 per month is 90015, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $2,104. That's at least $36 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 90241, Downey, CA is $2,650 per month. Or in other words, $39 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,645 per month. Which comes out to $35 per sqft. The following table includes the top 4 zipcodes in 90241, Downey, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
90017, Los Angeles, CA $2,100 $2,600 $3,315 $2,500
90013, Los Angeles, CA $2,108 $2,700 $3,975 $2,750
90012, Los Angeles, CA $2,400 $2,400 $3,100 $2,790
90015, Los Angeles, CA $1,795 $2,900 $4,300 $3,150

Frequently Asked Questions - 90241 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 90241, Downey, CA?
The average monthly rental price for 90241, Downey, CA apartments for rent is approximately $2,800. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 90241, Downey, CA rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 90241, Downey, CA.
How much is a studio apartment in 90241, Downey, CA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,200 and an average price per square feet of $57.60. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 90241.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 90241, Downey, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,150 and an average price per square feet of $39.79. There are a total of 2 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 90241.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 90241, Downey, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,295 and an average price per square feet of $39.38. There are a total of 8 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 90241.
How have rent prices in 90241, Downey, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 90241, Downey, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.10% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 90241, Downey, CA?
A reasonable rent price in 90241, Downey, CA is around $2,240/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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