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The Waikikian
8831 Rosecrans Ave,
Downey,
CA
90242
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- Pool
- Office
- Gated
About The Waikikian
STUNNING 1 BED/1 BATH WITH POOL & ONSITE MANAGER AND LAUNDRY** This stunning one bedroom one bathroom downstairs unit in the city of Downey inside a gated building with onsite laundry! Large windows and blinds for a natural light setting, white kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops, fridge(as is) and gas stove. laminate flooring in living room and bedroom. Fresh two tone paint throughout and comes with ceiling fan . The bathroom has a re glazed bathtub with bath vanity. This unit includes an on-site laundry and on site-manager. There is also a pool for hot summer days. To Qualify: •Credit score must be no less than 610 •Monthly gross income to qualify must be 2 ½ times the rent •We will not accept past evictions, judgements, or collections from a management company *Note above list is primary qualifications, call our office for secondary qualifications For more information on this or any other vacancy, please feel free to contact Borba Property Group. You can also visit us at borbaproperty.com/vacancies/ and apply today. PLEASE BE AWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS: We urge you to be vigilant in researching the legitimacy of any potential rental listings and perform all appropriate due diligence. All deposits, rents and rental agreements should only be executed at Borba Property Group, 17100 Pioneer Blvd #400, Artesia, CA 90701. If you are being asked to meet someone with cash, or if you are being asked to send money via Western Union, MoneyGram, or Prepaid Visa card these are possible signs of rental listing scams used to defraud users.
The Waikikian is an apartment community located in Los Angeles County and the 90242 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Downey Unified School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Walk-Up
- Pool
- Gated
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
High Speed Internet Access
Granite Countertops
Refrigerator
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Granite Countertops
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Vinyl Flooring
- Office
8831 Rosecrans Ave,
Downey,
CA
90242
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 | |
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| Studio | - | $1,259 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,133 | $1,742 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,221 | $2,226 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,289 | $2,858 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 6.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.8 mi |
The Waikikian is within 10 minutes or 4.6 miles from Cerritos College. It is also near El Camino College, Compton and Long Beach City Coll..
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
543 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
309 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
602 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
421 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
796 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,240 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
4,051 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
214 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Downey include Lakewood Station, located 1.2 miles from The Waikikian. The Waikikian is near Long Beach (Daugherty Field), located 7.9 miles or 16 minutes away, and Los Angeles International, located 17.5 miles or 24 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.9 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 11 min | 6.0 mi |
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Drive: | 14 min | 7.9 mi |
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Drive: | 16 min | 9.2 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 10.4 mi |
| Drive: | 26 min | 19.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
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Drive: | 16 min | 7.9 mi |
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Los Angeles International
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Drive: | 24 min | 17.5 mi |
Walkability Near The Waikikian
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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Soundscore™
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Traffic
-Airport
-Businesses
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from The Waikikian.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
The Waikikian has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 9-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Compton Creek Natural Park at George Washington Elementary
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.7 mi |
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Watts Towers-Rodia State Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.4 mi |
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Watts Senior Center & Rose Garden
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Drive: | 13 min | 7.9 mi |
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Pio Pico State Historic Park
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Drive: | 13 min | 9.6 mi |
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El Dorado Nature Center
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Drive: | 14 min | 10.2 mi |
The Waikikian has 5 parks within 10.2 miles, including Compton Creek Natural Park at George Washington Elementary, Watts Towers-Rodia State Park, and Watts Senior Center & Rose Garden.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.6 mi |
The Waikikian has 3 hospitals within 3.6 miles, the nearest is Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Downey which is 2.0 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 22 min | 14.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 29 min | 17.5 mi |
The Waikikian is 14.6 miles from Los Alamitos Army Airfield, and is convenient to other military bases, including Long Beach Naval Station.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
8831 Rosecrans Ave
Downey, CA 90242