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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • Gated community
  • Fitness room
  • 24-hour laundry facility
  • Spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments
  • Two bbq stations

Location

12441 Old River School Rd, Downey, CA 90242, USA|Downey
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Management

Mashcole Property Management INC

Leasing office

(844) 720-0247

Open today 

9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Velvet Green Apartments offers excellent overall value, combining a high expert rating with top-tier scores for price, amenities, location, and quality. Residents benefit from a gated community with a fitness room, 24-hour laundry, spacious one- and two-bedroom layouts, and two BBQ stations in a conveniently located setting. Strong value-for-money and value-per-square-foot metrics, along with detailed listing information and extensive photos, make it a compelling and transparent choice for renters.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.1
Excellent
Velvet Green Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Images Available

Floor plans

1x11 bed1 bath725 sqft$2,150 /mo4 units available

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Amenities for Velvet Green Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Ceiling Fan

Appliances

Garbage DisposalGas Range
Range

Building

Controlled AccessFitness Center
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

GateOutdoor Space
Swimming Pool

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About Velvet Green Apartments

HomeApartments in DowneyDowney Velvet Green Apartments

Application Fee: $62.00, effective immediately, non-refundable. Open House:Saturday, June 6, 2026 • 15:00:00 to 17:00:00.Friday, June 5, 2026 • 10:00:00 to 16:00:00. Open House Monday, 9 am -1 pm Wednesday, 9 am -1 pm Friday, 2 pm -5.30 pm Saturday and Sunday by appointment pm Welcome to the Velvet Green Apartments. Velvet Green offers spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments. Each unit comes with air conditioning, ceiling fans, central / wall heaters, hardwood and carpet flooring, and a garbage disposal. Enjoy a beautiful swimming pool, fitness room, two BBQ stations, 24-hour laundry facility, maintenance service, assigned parking, gated community, on-site manager, and much more. This property is conveniently located close to the 5 and 710 Freeways, and near Downtown Downey, where you can find great restaurants, shopping centers, movie theaters, and more. Don't miss out—call now to schedule your appointment! Applications are available online. Please click the link below: https www on-site com apply property 531691 unit_id 5248668 MANAGED BY: Mashcole Property Management INC Find us on Google. IT490603 - IT49MC207


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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
Velvet Green Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Velvet Green Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Velvet Green Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
Velvet Green Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Velvet Green 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·9A 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.
Velvet Green Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 6 highest rated

este timpo que yo he vivido aqui esto muy agusto

Livier Patino

Livier Patino

Jun 13, 2015

In my time living here has been comfortable no major issues. Maintenance is done when is needed also the manager has been attentive .

Martha Mateos

Martha Mateos

Aug 22, 2024

We’re sharing just 6 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

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 Velvet Green Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Downey

1-bedroom apartments at Velvet Green Apartments cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downey.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Downey
Downey
A table of studio rental data trends in Downey
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,766
July 2024$1,800
August 2024$1,773
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Downey
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,766
July 2024$1,800
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

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 12441 Old River School Rd?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$86,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $86,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,150.
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Schools near Velvet Green Apartments

Old River Elementary School

11995 old river sch rd

downey, CA, 90242

4-5Public
B+

Imperial Elementary School

8133 imperial hwy

downey, CA, 90242

K-3Public
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
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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 12441 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.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 12441 Old River School Rd, Downey

Groceries

8/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also some specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

5/10
Several fashion stores are within a short walk.

Cafes

5/10
The closest café is within a 10-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

6/10
Several restaurants are within a short walk.

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-to-10-minute walk.

High schools

7/10
The closest high school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.

Parks

9/10
A medium-size park in the area.

Nightlife

3/10
The closest bar is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other bars within walking distance.

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