Downey is a thriving city of roughly 110,000 residents in the heart of southeast Los Angeles County (zips 90240, 90241 & 90242). Known for its strong schools, pride-of-ownership neighborhoods, and rich aerospace history — the Apollo spacecraft were built here — Downey blends mid-century charm with larger custom homes and a genuinely central location. Wallstreet Realty is your local partner for buying, selling, and investing in Downey.
Downey is served by the well-regarded Downey Unified School District, which includes Downey High School and Warren High School. Because attendance areas vary by neighborhood, ask us to confirm the assigned schools for any specific home.
Downey offers plenty to do close to home — Stonewood Center and Downey Landing anchor the shopping scene, while the Columbia Memorial Space Center celebrates the city's NASA legacy. Families enjoy Furman Park, Apollo Park, Wilderness Park, and Rio San Gabriel Park, and Downey is famously home to the oldest operating McDonald's in the world.
Downey is one of the most connected cities in the region: the 5, 605, 105, and 710 freeways are all close by, making commutes to Downtown LA, Long Beach, and Orange County quick and predictable.
Whether you're buying your first home, moving up, or investing in Downey real estate, Wallstreet Realty is here to help. Explore listings, get your home's value, or talk financing — then reach out and we'll build a plan around your goals.
Home prices in Downey, CA generally range from the high-$700,000s into the $900,000s, depending on size, condition, and neighborhood. For today's exact pricing and active listings, contact Wallstreet Realty at (562) 600-3756.
Downey, CA primarily uses the zip codes 90240, 90241, and 90242.
Downey is served by the Downey Unified School District, which includes Downey High School and Warren High School. Attendance areas vary by neighborhood, so we're happy to confirm the assigned schools for any home.
Yes. Downey is popular with families and move-up buyers for its strong schools, well-kept neighborhoods, central location, and easy access to the 5, 605, 105, and 710 freeways — factors that help homes hold their value.
Well-regarded Downey neighborhoods include Northeast Downey and Orange Estates, Downey Gardens, the Rancho area, and Central Downey near Stonewood Center. Each offers a different mix of home styles and price points.
Start by getting pre-approved — Wallstreet Realty offers in-house mortgage support through Capital BOC for FHA, VA, conventional, and non-QM loans. Then we'll set up a custom Downey home search. Call (562) 600-3756 or use our contact page to begin.
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