Average Rent in Downey, CA

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Current Versus Historical Downey, CA Rents

Downey rentals average $1,200 for a studio rental to $5,325 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,800, or roughly $33 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $208 (-13.37%) year-over-year from $1,558 to $1,350. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $255 (13.46%) year-over-year from $1,895 to $2,150. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $67 (2.74%) year-over-year from $2,433 to $2,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $255 (-6.61%) year-over-year from $3,855 to $3,600. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $333 (-5.96%) year-over-year from $5,583 to $5,250. 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 10.73% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.09% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 5.66% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.96% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jun 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $57.60 $1,350 $1,558 (-13.37%) $4,423 (-69.48%)
1 BR $47.70 $2,150 $1,895 (13.46%) $1,853 (16.06%)
2 BR $34.07 $2,500 $2,433 (2.74%) $2,295 (8.93%)
3 BR $31.69 $3,600 $3,855 (-6.61%) $3,505 (2.71%)
4+ BR $28.91 $5,250 $5,583 (-5.96%) $4,298 (22.14%)

Historical Rents in Downey, CA

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Top Cities Near Downey

There are a total of 1 cities nearby Downey. The average rent in Downey is currently $2,650 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Whittier, CA, with an average rent of $2,650, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Downey, CA is Whittier, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,650 per month.

Let's compare Downey, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Downey, CA is 45.83% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 9.30% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Downey, CA are about 8.93% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 1.33% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 1 cities near Downey, CA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Whittier, CA $1,750 $1,950 $2,500 $2,650

Top Neighborhoods Near Downey

There are a total of 3 neighborhoods in or near Downey. 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 Downey, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 3 neighborhoods in or near 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 Downey's average rent, which is also $2,800. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Downey, Congress Southeast has the most affordable average rent at $2,700 per month. Whereas, at $2,928 average rent per month, Historic Cultural is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Downey. 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 $2,216 $2,750 $3,973 $2,800
Historic Cultural, Los Angeles, CA $2,794 $2,489 $3,268 $2,928

Top Counties Near Downey



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Top Zipcodes Near Downey

There are a total of 3 zipcodes in or near Downey, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,773. A total of 2 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 $2,565 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,153 per month is 90015, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $2,085. That's at least $37 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Downey, CA is $2,700 per month. Or in other words, $40 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,975 per month. Which comes out to $36 per sqft. The following table includes the top 3 zipcodes in Downey, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
90013, Los Angeles, CA $2,085 $2,700 $3,975 $2,773
90015, Los Angeles, CA $1,795 $2,950 $4,300 $3,153
90017, Los Angeles, CA $2,122 $2,642 $3,348 $2,565

Frequently Asked Questions - Downey Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Downey, CA?
The average monthly rental price for 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 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 Downey, CA.
How much is a studio apartment in 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 Downey.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Downey, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,150 and an average price per square feet of $47.70. There are a total of 4 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Downey.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Downey, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,295 and an average price per square feet of $34.07. There are a total of 17 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Downey.
How have rent prices in Downey, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Downey, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.13%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.13%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.07% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Downey, CA?
A reasonable rent price in Downey, CA is around $2,240/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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