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  • an empty living room with a door to a balcony
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    12054 Downey Ave., Downey, CA 90242
    1 BED $1,925
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a ceiling fan
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    12417 Benedict Ave., Downey, CA 90242
    1 BED $1,895
    2 BEDS $2,250
  • an empty kitchen with white cabinets and a sink
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    8314-8318 ALAMEDA ST., DOWNEY, CA 90242
    1 BED $905+
    2 BEDS $1,625
  • a kitchen with a stove and a ceiling fan
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    9320 Elm Vista Dr., Downey, CA 90242
    1 BED $1,850
    2 BEDS $2,295
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table with a computer
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    10000 Imperial Highway, Downey, CA 90242
    1 BED $2,029+
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  • a house with a pool and palm trees
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    8721 Imperial Hwy., Downey, CA 90242
    STUDIO $1,875
    2 BEDS $2,375
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    12130 Old River School Rd., Downey, CA 90242
    2 BEDS $2,495
  • a large white building with cars parked in front of it
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    11990 Old River School Road, Downey, CA 90242
    1 BED $1,750
    2 BEDS $2,350
  • a red truck parked in front of a building
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    13032 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242
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  • a building with a street and trees in front of it
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    11717 Lakewood Boulevard, Downey, CA 90241
    1 BED $1,450
    2 BEDS $1,625+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a television
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    8314 2Nd Street, Downey, CA 90241
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  • a living room with a couch and a fire place
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    13801 Paramount Boulevard, Paramount, CA 90723
    1 BED $2,271
    2 BEDS $2,799
  • an empty living room with wood floors and a ceiling fan
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    7950 Howe St., Paramount, CA 90723
    2 BEDS $2,200
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    11502 Adco Ave., Downey, CA 90241
    1 BED $1,995
  • a kitchen with a wooden floor and a sink
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    8439 Adams St., Paramount, CA 90723
    1 BED $1,725
    2 BEDS $2,075
  • a building with afor rent sign on the side of it
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    12625 Domart Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
    STUDIO $1,950
    1 BED $1,950
    2 BEDS $2,500
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    10326 Western Avenue, Downey, CA 90241
    STUDIO $1,500
    2 BEDS $2,300
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  • a building with a gate and a sign on the side of it
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    7227-7239 Richfield St., Paramount, CA 90723
    2 BEDS $2,200
  • an apartment building with cars parked in front of it
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    9215 ALONDRA BLVD, BELLFLOWER, CA 90706
    1 BED $1,820
    2 BEDS $2,250
  • the swimming pool at our apartments
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    10235-10255 Somerset Boulevard, Bellflower, CA 90706
    1 BED $1,550
    2 BEDS $1,750
  • a city street with palm trees and a stop sign
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    10800 Wright Road, South Gate, CA 90280
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    16245 Lakewood Blvd, Bellflower, CA 90706
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  • a house with a yard and trees in front of it
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    15531 Woodruff Avenue, Bellflower, CA 90706
    2 BEDS $2,350
    3 BEDS $2,500
  • a white and black house with palm trees
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    9700-9710 Harvard Street, Bellflower, CA 90706
    1 BED $1,100+
    2 BEDS $1,400
    4 BEDS $2,350
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and black counter tops
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    7301 E Florence Ave., Downey, CA 90240
    1 BED $1,950
    2 BEDS $2,495
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90242 rent trends

Rental prices in 90242 have increased by 0.31% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,181 to $2,188.

Average rent in 90242

$2,188/mo 90242 average rental price, January 2026
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    What's the typical rent budget in 90242?

    The largest share of rentals in 90242 (59%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in 90242, CA

    72 /100
    Very Walkable
    53 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 72, Bike Score®: 53

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in 90242 last updated?

    Prices and availability in 90242 were last updated on 20 Feb 2026.

    What are the best apartments in 90242?

    The best apartments in 90242 are: Estancia Downey Apartments, 12417 Benedict Ave., 2 Bedroom Upstairs, Elm Vista and Park Regency Club.

    What is the average rent in 90242?

    The average rent in 90242 is $2,135.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in 90242?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in 90242 is between $1,850 and $2,275.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in 90242?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in 90242 is between $2,029 and $2,495.

    What type of rental buildings are in 90242?

    In 90242, 48% of the residents are renting compared to 52% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 17% of 90242's rentals, 54% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 28% are single-family rentals.

    90242 demographics

    • 40,983Total Population
    • 21,295 Female
      19,688 Male
    • 37Median Age

    90242 households

    • 9,698 Family
      2,873 Non-family
    • 4,568 Children
      8,003 No Children
    • 12,571Total Number of Households
    • 3Average People Per Household
    • $83,238Median Household Income

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