A step up in price from Pico Rivera, with more retail and dining nearby, and a stronger commercial corridor along Firestone and Lakewood. A common move for buyers who grew up in Pico Rivera and want more space without leaving the area.
Neighborhoods
- North Downey. Newer residential development, mostly built after 1970, close to major shopping.
- South Downey. Established, tree-lined streets with mid-century homes, bordering Bellflower.
- Historic Downtown District. Centered on Downey Avenue, with the civic center and the city's original business district.
Schools
Downey Unified School District serves most of the city, along with portions of Bellflower, Bell Gardens, and South Gate.
Parks & Landmarks
Rio San Gabriel Park and the newly renovated Furman Park are the standouts, plus the Rio Hondo trail for walking and biking. The Columbia Memorial Space Center, built on the site where North American Aviation manufactured NASA's Apollo spacecraft, is a genuine local landmark.
Getting Around
Freeway access via the 5, 105, and 605 keeps Downey well connected to the rest of LA County.
What It Costs to Buy Here
Downey is part of the Los Angeles County market, and prices shift monthly. I publish a market report covering LA County, Orange County, and Pico Rivera every month, check the latest numbers here before you start touring.
For more on how Downey compares to the other cities I serve, see the full neighborhood breakdown.
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