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The Telegraph

7930 Telegraph Rd, Downey, CA 90240

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  • Built in 1962
  • 17 units/2 stories

About The Telegraph

Come enjoy Downey living at The Telegraph. This community is located in the 90240 area of Downey. The professional leasing team is available to help you find the perfect apartment. It's time to find your new home. Contact or stop by The Telegraph to schedule a tour!

The Telegraph is an apartment community located in Los Angeles County and the 90240 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Bellflower Unified School District attendance zone.

Location
7930 Telegraph Rd, Downey,
CA 90240
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Neighborhood

Southeast Los Angeles is directly south of the Fashion District and east of the University of Southern California (USC). This large neighborhood is minutes from downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, and Beverly Hills, with easy access to the 110 Freeway. This great location places you near sunny beaches, nature trails, and a bevy of leading employers. Students can access both USC and California State University Long Beach from their Southeast LA apartment.

This densely populated, diverse neighborhood features everything from food trucks and corner markets to wide sidewalks and residential areas filled with bungalows, ranch, and Spanish Colonial architecture. Southeast LA features palm trees and mountain views, tampered with gritty undertones to give it a cool, funky vibe.

As for outdoor fun, take your pick between Catalina Island, Venus Beach, or the Santa Monica Pier. Nearby, you’ll find more sunny beaches like White Point, Cabrillo, and Long Beach.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Southeast Los Angeles Downey, CA
Studio - $1,255
1 Bedroom $1,133 $1,738
2 Bedrooms $1,221 $2,226
3 Bedrooms $1,289 $2,780

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 769 Sq Ft $1,000 $1,340 $1,775
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 846 Sq Ft $1,095 $1,341 $2,200
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1179 Sq Ft $1,099 $1,437 $2,300
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1423 Sq Ft $999 $1,179 $2,545
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
East Los Angeles College
Drive: 11 min 6.1 mi
Whittier College
Drive: 14 min 7.2 mi
Cerritos College
Drive: 12 min 7.5 mi
Rio Hondo Community College
Drive: 13 min 8.9 mi
The Telegraph is within 11 minutes or 6.1 miles from East Los Angeles College. It is also near Whittier College and Cerritos College.
Schools
Ernie Pyle Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Griffiths Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Ellen Ochoa Prep Academy
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Immaculate Heart Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
St. Marianne De Paredes Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Downey include Lakewood Station, located 4.6 miles from The Telegraph. The Telegraph is near Long Beach (Daugherty Field), located 15.5 miles or 23 minutes away, and Los Angeles International, located 20.9 miles or 31 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Lakewood Station
Drive: 10 min 4.6 mi
Atlantic
Drive: 10 min 5.4 mi
Maravilla Station
Drive: 8 min 5.8 mi
East La Civic Center
Drive: 9 min 6.4 mi
Norwalk
Drive: 9 min 6.4 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Commerce
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Montebello/Commerce
Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs
Drive: 9 min 6.0 mi
Cal State La Metrolink Station
Drive: 17 min 13.8 mi
El Monte
Drive: 20 min 14.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
 Drive: 23 min 15.5 mi
Los Angeles International
 Drive: 31 min 20.9 mi

Walkability Near The Telegraph

Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Telegraph.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Tel Arr Center
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Downey Crossroads
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Marketplace at Gallatin Road
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
The Telegraph has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Pio Pico State Historic Park
 Drive: 8 min 5.8 mi
Whittier Narrows Nature Center
 Drive: 14 min 7.2 mi
Whittier Narrows Recreation Area
 Drive: 16 min 7.5 mi
Watts Senior Center & Rose Garden
 Drive: 17 min 9.6 mi
Watts Towers-Rodia State Park
 Drive: 19 min 10.8 mi
The Telegraph has 5 parks within 10.8 miles, including Pio Pico State Historic Park, Whittier Narrows Nature Center, and Whittier Narrows Recreation Area.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
PIH Hospital - Downey
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Beverly Hospital
Drive: 8 min 4.2 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Downey
Drive: 9 min 4.3 mi
The Telegraph has 3 hospitals within 4.3 miles, the nearest is PIH Hospital - Downey which is 3.2 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Los Alamitos Army Airfield
Drive: 24 min 15.5 mi
Los Angeles Air Force Base
Drive: 28 min 19.3 mi
The Telegraph is 15.5 miles from Los Alamitos Army Airfield, and is convenient to other military bases, including Los Angeles Air Force Base.
 
 
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Does The Telegraph have in-unit laundry?

The Telegraph does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at The Telegraph?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

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Is The Telegraph pet-friendly?

The Telegraph does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

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