#PW25172930, Heather Applegate, Listing office: Heritage Coast

12808 Downey Ave Downey, CA 90242
Property details
About 12808 Downey Ave
Welcome to 12808 Downey Ave in the vibrant city of Downey! This charming single-story home offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a bonus room added just last year at the back of the house, enhancing its versatile living space—perfect as a home office, gym, or playroom. Inside, you'll find a beautifully updated kitchen with sleek quartz countertops, generous cabinetry, plus elegant laminate flooring flowing throughout the home for a cohesive, low-maintenance environment. Situated on an expansive 7,000-square-foot lot, the property boasts a generous backyard with plenty of room for gatherings, outdoor living, or future additions such as a pool, garden, or custom patio. A very long driveway provides ample parking for multiple vehicles, while secure alley access at the rear makes this lot ideal for constructing an additional dwelling unit (ADU), offering endless possibilities for investment or extended family living. The detached two-car garage adds convenience and extra storage, and the location—just moments from the Promenade at Downey, fine dining, premier shopping outlets, and major freeways (105, 605, and 710)— Originally built in 1949 and thoughtfully updated with timeless character, upgraded lighting, and dual-pane windows, this home is a rare opportunity to own a home in Downey —don’t miss your chance to make it yours!
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Laminate
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Storage, Tile Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Galley Kitchen
- Fireplace: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Door-Multi, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Gated, Paved, Public, On Street
- View: City Lights
- Architectural Style: Contemporary, Craftsman, Mid-Century Modern
- Heating: Forced Air, Wall Furnace
- Cooling: Other, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $819,000
- Price/SqFt: $555
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,606
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Paved, Rectangular Lot
- Directions: Downey Ave. & Gardendale St.
- Year Built: 1949
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,474 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1607 Acres
- MLS Number: DW25154493
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: ReMax Tiffany Real Estate
- Office Phone: (949) 617-6045
- Listing Agent: Rafael Lopez
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Nov 21, 2022 | Home Sold | $745,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $759,900 | $9,606 |
2023 | $745,000 | $9,276 |
2022 | $85,647 | $1,387 |
2021 | $83,968 | $1,334 |
2020 | $83,108 | $1,301 |
2019 | $81,480 | $1,191 |
2018 | $79,884 | $1,168 |
2017 | $78,318 | $1,168 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Imperial Elementary School
Public District KG-3
0.4 mi
•8133 Imperial Hwy
6
Ward Elementary
Public District KG-3
0.5 mi
•8851 Adoree St
4
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•13451 Merkel Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $56,250. The most common annual income of people living in Downey, CA is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 12808 Downey Ave
The listing price of 12808 Downey Ave property is $819,000.
The property 12808 Downey Ave is a house located in Downey, California, 90242.
Active Listing: 12808 Downey Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 12808 Downey Ave are: Imperial Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ward Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sussman Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Paramount Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Hollydale School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Paramount High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Warren High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Vista High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $9,606 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on November 21, 2022 for $745,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 12808 Downey Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 12808 Downey Ave is 1,474 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 12808 Downey Ave is 1949.
This home is located at 12808 Downey Ave in Downey, CA and zip code 90242 in the The Southeast neighborhood. This 1,474 square foot home, which was built in 1949, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $819,000.
In July 2025 more than 12 listings in Downey, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 4 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 14 were sold below. Between June and July 2025, Downey, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 5.1%. While the average time on the market in July 2025 was 26 days, the median list price was $862,500.