Updated 5+ Days Ago
Location
11833 Old River School Rd, Downey, CA 90241, USA|Downey
Hi! Let’s figure out if this property is right for you.
Powered by Zumper AI
Nearby rentals
Property management
Apartments for rent Los AngelesApartments for rent Mid-Town North HollywoodApartments for rent GlendaleApartments for rent Wilshire Center - KoreatownApartments for rent Mid-City WestApartments for rent Long BeachApartments for rent Santa MonicaApartments for rent West HollywoodApartments for rent West HollywoodApartments for rent Van NuysApartments for rent Sherman OaksApartments for rent Hollywood Hills WestApartments for rent Central HollywoodApartments for rent Downtown Los AngelesApartments for rent PasadenaApartments Near Me
Houses for rent Los AngelesHouses for rent Santa MonicaHouses for rent Long BeachHouses for rent IrvineHouses for rent Newport BeachHouses for rent Dana PointHouses for rent Simi ValleyHouses for rent GlendaleHouses for rent West HollywoodHouses for rent TustinHouses for rent Redondo BeachHouses for rent Rancho Palos VerdesHouses for rent CoronaHouses for rent Huntington ParkHouses for rent LakewoodHouses for rent near me
Property Overview
River Road Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.5 Zumper expert rating, supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores, plus a solid trustworthiness rating. It also offers on-site laundry services and stands out for its strong value for money, with nearby schools and a grocery store within reasonable distance.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,845 /mo | 1 unit available | Discover River Road Apartments in Downey, CA — a well-situated one-bedroom, one-bath residence featuring new vinyl wood flooring and new dual-pane windows. The community offers on-site laundry and includes one parking space. Located minutes from freeway access, this property provides convenient commuting and a good location for everyday needs. |
Let's explore this property.
Amenities for River Road Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | One Parking Space |
Neighborhood
| Good Location |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
Contact Property
REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
Contact Property
Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
Questions about this property’s policies and fees?
Building details
Property details
| Units | 26 |
|---|
Advertisement
About River Road Apartments
Nice upstairs 1 bedroom apartment home in a garden style complex in a beautifully maintained excellent Downey location. The property is located close to Downey Landing and Promenade. Amenities include new carpet, wood vinyl flooring, A/C, fresh paint, new windows, on-site laundry services, and 1 parking space! Please contact Sandra to make an appointment to see your new home!
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, River Road Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, River Road Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
River Road Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
River Road Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, River Road Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
River Road Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While River Road Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
River Road Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 River Road Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
Get the latest listings anytime, anywhere
Receive similar listings in the area, download our app, and more.
Rent trends in Downey
1-bedroom apartments at River Road Apartments cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downey.
Median rents as of Aug 22 2026.
Downey
Downey
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,759 |
| October 2024 | $1,772 |
| November 2024 | $1,798 |
| December 2024 | $1,743 |
| January 2025 | $1,568 |
| February 2025 | $1,700 |
| March 2025 | $1,722 |
| April 2025 | $1,744 |
| May 2025 | $1,796 |
| June 2025 | $1,762 |
| July 2025 | $1,720 |
| August 2025 | $1,657 |
| September 2025 | $1,625 |
| October 2025 | $1,789 |
| November 2025 | $1,717 |
| December 2025 | $1,700 |
| January 2026 | $1,748 |
| February 2026 | $1,705 |
| March 2026 | $1,647 |
| April 2026 | $1,590 |
| May 2026 | $1,535 |
| June 2026 | $1,621 |
| July 2026 | $1,684 |
| August 2026 | $1,749 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,763 |
| November 2024 | $1,795 |
| December 2024 | $1,778 |
| January 2025 | $1,568 |
| February 2025 | $1,700 |
| March 2025 | $1,722 |
| April 2025 | $1,744 |
| May 2025 | $1,796 |
| June 2025 | $1,762 |
| July 2025 | $1,720 |
| August 2025 | $1,657 |
| September 2025 | $1,625 |
| October 2025 | $1,789 |
| November 2025 | $1,717 |
| December 2025 | $1,700 |
| January 2026 | $1,748 |
| February 2026 | $1,705 |
| March 2026 | $1,647 |
| April 2026 | $1,590 |
| May 2026 | $1,535 |
| June 2026 | $1,621 |
| July 2026 | $1,684 |
| August 2026 | $1,749 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 11833 Old River School Rd?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$73,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $73,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,845.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.
Schools near River Road Apartments
Old River Elementary School
11995 old river sch rd
downey, CA, 90242
4-5Public
B+
Williams Elementary School
7530 e arnett st
downey, CA, 90241
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
Fourth Street Primary Center
469 amalia ave
los angeles, CA, 90022
K-1Public
Advertisement
Internet available near River Road Apartments
Neighborhood
Downey | Downey, CA
Getting around Downey near 11833 Old River School Rd
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 11833 Old River School Rd, Downey
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
Compare similar properties nearby
Skylux on Wilshire
Our team has verified this companyDowntown Los Angeles • 1027 Wilshire Blvd
Studio–2 Beds
$2,099–$4,047
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
SageLA - BRAND NEW
Our team has verified this companyEast Hollywood • 200 N Vermont Ave
Studio–2 Beds
$2,297–$5,037
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
Inspire Echo Park
Our team has verified this companyGreater Echo Park Elysian • 355 Glendale Blvd
Studio–3 Beds
$1,749–$6,182
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
Inspire Belmont Apartments
Our team has verified this companyGreater Echo Park Elysian • 333 Belmont Ave
Studio–3 Beds
$1,899–$4,545
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
The Mercantile Lofts
Our team has verified this companyDowntown Los Angeles • 620 S Main St
Studio–1 Bed
$2,057–$2,825
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
Packard Lofts
Our team has verified this companyDowntown Los Angeles • 1000 S Hope St
Studio–1 Bed
$2,125–$2,895
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
One Santa Fe
Our team has verified this companyHistoric Cultural • 300 S Santa Fe Ave
Studio–2 Beds
$2,210–$5,775
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
Skylux on Wilshire
Our team has verified this companyDowntown Los Angeles • 1027 Wilshire Blvd
Studio–2 Beds
$2,099–$4,047
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
SageLA - BRAND NEW
Our team has verified this companyEast Hollywood • 200 N Vermont Ave
Studio–2 Beds
$2,297–$5,037
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
Inspire Echo Park
Our team has verified this companyGreater Echo Park Elysian • 355 Glendale Blvd
Studio–3 Beds
$1,749–$6,182
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
Inspire Belmont Apartments
Our team has verified this companyGreater Echo Park Elysian • 333 Belmont Ave
Studio–3 Beds
$1,899–$4,545
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
The Mercantile Lofts
Our team has verified this companyDowntown Los Angeles • 620 S Main St
Studio–1 Bed
$2,057–$2,825
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
Packard Lofts
Our team has verified this companyDowntown Los Angeles • 1000 S Hope St
Studio–1 Bed
$2,125–$2,895
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning
One Santa Fe
Our team has verified this companyHistoric Cultural • 300 S Santa Fe Ave
Studio–2 Beds
$2,210–$5,775
- dogs and cats ok
- in-unit laundry
- air conditioning