Recent median sale price
About $879K
A citywide median across a notably wide mix of homes.
Current housing context
Real Estate Market Snapshot
Redfin recently reported a Downey median sale price near $879,000, with typical homes selling in about 28 days and receiving around three offers. The city has one of the broadest price ranges among nearby communities because lot sizes, neighborhood character, architecture, and home size vary considerably. The recent annual median was nearly level, while listing-price measures were somewhat higher. Inventory remained tight in the recent period, particularly for well-maintained homes positioned near the city’s middle price bands.
Typical market time
About 28 days
Some sources use longer measurement windows and report a slower pace.
Annual price trend
About +0.5%
Recent citywide sale prices were broadly stable year over year.
Typical range
$750K–$1.2M+
Larger lots and custom homes can extend well above the midpoint.
Common housing
Postwar to custom
Ranch homes, mid-century properties, and larger residences all appear.
Competition
Very competitive
Recent sales averaged multiple offers according to Redfin.
Redfin data reviewed September 2026. Market figures change and do not value a specific property. Source: Redfin Downey housing market.
Life beyond the front door
Community & Lifestyle
Downey combines residential neighborhoods with a more developed city-center experience, giving residents access to independent restaurants, major retailers, medical services, and cultural destinations close to home.
Dining & retail
Downtown Downey, Stonewood Center, and the Promenade provide a mix of local dining, entertainment, services, and national retailers.
Parks & culture
Wilderness Park, Furman Park, and the Columbia Memorial Space Center support recreation and learning. Buyers should verify school boundaries and programs by address.
Connected location
The 5, 105, 605, and 710 freeways place Downey within reach of downtown Los Angeles, Long Beach, and northern Orange County, subject to traffic.
For homebuyers
Why Buyers Choose Downey
Buyers choose Downey for its larger-city conveniences, varied housing, established neighborhoods, and central position within the regional freeway network.
A wide range of home sizes and neighborhood settings gives move-up buyers and multigenerational households more ways to compare space and value.
Retail, restaurants, health care, parks, and cultural amenities support a convenient daily routine within the city.
Strong regional access can serve households balancing commutes toward Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Orange County.
For homeowners
Why Sellers Benefit
Downey sellers benefit from broad name recognition and a diverse buyer pool, although the city’s wide range of homes makes precise neighborhood-level analysis especially important.
Recent multiple-offer activity indicates ongoing demand for homes that match buyer expectations on condition and value.
Larger lots, added living space, remodeled kitchens, and usable parking can differentiate a property when documented and marketed clearly.
Comparing like-for-like homes within the immediate area can help sellers avoid underpricing distinctive features or overreaching based on unrelated sales.
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