Apartments for Rent in Downey CA

Set between I-5, I-605, I-710, and I-105 about 13 miles southeast of Downtown Los Angeles, Downey makes cross-county commutes a breeze. You'll find apartments for rent in Downey near major routes and the Metro C Line's Lakewood Boulevard Station, putting LAX, Long Beach, and DTLA within easy reach. Weekends are packed with the Columbia Memorial Space Center, Downey Theatre, and the oldest operating McDonald's. For shopping and errands, Stonewood Center and Downey Landing have you covered, while parks like Furman Park, Rio San Gabriel Park, and Wilderness Park offer green space. Search rentals close to Lakewood Boulevard Station if you want convenient rail access.

For neighborhoods, Downtown Downey (around Downey Ave and Firestone Blvd) works well if you want coffee, tacos, and live shows right outside your door—think Porto's Bakery, local breweries, and the Stay Gallery. Orange Estates and North Downey offer quieter streets near Stonewood Center and Rio Hondo Golf Club; look for apartments near Stonewood Center to keep shopping super convenient. East Downey by Rio San Gabriel Park features garden-style communities with quick 605 access. South Downey around Downey Landing and Kaiser Permanente has newer complexes with speedy connections to the 105 and 710, plus homes near Lakewood Boulevard Station give you that easy rail option. Northeast Downey, near Wilderness Park and Old River School Rd, puts you close to both the 5 and 605—ideal for reaching job centers across LA and north Orange County.