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Amenities for 8709 Melva St, Downey
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| Air Conditioning | Wall Furnace |
| Wall/Window Units | Window Units |
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| In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| Swimming Pool |
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| Architecture Style: Loft | Multi Units |
| Two Units in Building | View Type: None |
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About 8709 Melva St
Property Status: Active Excellent Opportunity! Brand-new ADU located in the highly desirable city of Downey—perfect for a couple or a starting family. This beautiful unit sits next to a sparkling pool, ready to enjoy this summer. The home features recessed lighting, elegant walnut cabinets, and sleek quartz countertops, along with a brand-new refrigerator. It also includes a brand-new washer and dryer, dual-pane windows, a sliding glass door, new faux wood blinds, and its own A/C and heating units for year-round comfort. Ideally located in a prime area close to restaurants, markets, home improvement stores, hospitals, and major freeways. Walking distance to the Promenade Shopping Center—imagine enjoying dining just steps away at popular spots like Gaucho Grill, Lazy Dog, and Benihana. Conveniently located near Kaiser Permanente and PIH Health Downey Hospital, with easy access (less than 10 minutes) to the 105, 605, 5, and 710 freeways. Water and gas are included—paid by the homeowner. Office Phone: (562) 228-4900 Copyright © 2026 California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 8709 Melva St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Downey |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 90242 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Downey
1-bedroom apartments at 8709 Melva St cost about 33% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downey.
Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Downey
Downey
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,950 |
| May 2024 | $1,896 |
| June 2024 | $1,910 |
| July 2024 | $1,920 |
| August 2024 | $1,900 |
| September 2024 | $1,908 |
| October 2024 | $1,906 |
| November 2024 | $1,920 |
| December 2024 | $1,880 |
| January 2025 | $1,895 |
| February 2025 | $1,898 |
| March 2025 | $1,950 |
| April 2025 | $1,937 |
| May 2025 | $1,891 |
| June 2025 | $1,896 |
| July 2025 | $1,896 |
| August 2025 | $1,894 |
| September 2025 | $1,895 |
| October 2025 | $1,895 |
| November 2025 | $1,898 |
| December 2025 | $1,900 |
| January 2026 | $1,911 |
| February 2026 | $1,913 |
| March 2026 | $1,932 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,954 |
| May 2024 | $1,896 |
| June 2024 | $1,910 |
| July 2024 | $1,920 |
| August 2024 | $1,900 |
| September 2024 | $1,908 |
| October 2024 | $1,906 |
| November 2024 | $1,920 |
| December 2024 | $1,880 |
| January 2025 | $1,895 |
| February 2025 | $1,898 |
| March 2025 | $1,950 |
| April 2025 | $1,937 |
| May 2025 | $1,891 |
| June 2025 | $1,896 |
| July 2025 | $1,896 |
| August 2025 | $1,894 |
| September 2025 | $1,895 |
| October 2025 | $1,895 |
| November 2025 | $1,898 |
| December 2025 | $1,900 |
| January 2026 | $1,911 |
| February 2026 | $1,913 |
| March 2026 | $1,932 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 8709 Melva St
Alameda Elementary School
8613 e alameda st
downey, CA, 90242
K-5Public
B
Carpenter Elementary School
9439 e foster rd
downey, CA, 90242
K-3Public
B+
Pace (Lynn L.) Education Center
9625 van ruiten st
bellflower, CA, 90706
K-12Public
Compton Step
417 w alondra blvd
compton, CA, 90220
K-12Public
Whittier Independent Study
5777 lockheed ave
whittier, CA, 90606
K-8Public
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Neighborhood
Downey | Downey, CA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Downey near 8709 Melva St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 8709 Melva St, Downey
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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