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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downey, CA. 9 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $1,600

  • 1 bd $1,450
    2 bd $1,650
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (3)
    11717 Lakewood Boulevard, Downey, CA 90241
  • 1 bd $1,800
    2 bd $1,500+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (7)
    9252-9258 Telegraph Road, Downey, CA 90240
    Pet friendly
  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,595
    1 bd $1,895
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    12621 Glenshire Rd., Downey, CA 90242
    Apply online

Apartments Under $1,800

  • Studio $1,600
    2 bd $1,900+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.0 (5)
    10326 Western Avenue, Downey, CA 90241
  • 1 bd $1,900
    2 bd $1,600
    3 bd $1,750+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (16)
    9241 Washburn Road, Downey, CA 90242
    Pet friendly

Apartments Under $2,000

  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,895
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    3.0 (1)
    12054 Downey Ave., Downey, CA 90242
    Apply online • Parking • Large Closets

Apartments Under $3,000

  • 2 bd $2,808+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1117 1/2 E 75Th St, Los Angeles, CA 90001
    Large Closets • Hardwood Floors
6-1-city

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downey, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,500 and $2,300.

How many cheap rentals are available in Downey, CA on RentCafe?

There are 20 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Downey, CA were last updated on 15 Jul 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Downey, CA?

The average Downey, CA cheap apartment size is 388 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Downey, CA?

Cheap apartments in Downey, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Downey, CA?

A cheap apartment in Downey, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Downey, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Downey, CA has never been easier. We feature 9 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Downey, CA average. What is a cheap rent in Downey, CA? The average apartment rent in Downey is $2,285 per month so any rental south of $1,828 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Downey, CA rents go as low as $1,450/mo.