12002 Julius Ave, Downey, CA 90242
SOLD
JUL 15, 2026
Listed by Gil Legaspi, Legaspi Commercial, (562) 305-0788 . Bought with Keller Williams SELA

$809,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 904 sqft

12002 Julius Ave, Downey, CA 90242

Est. Refi. Payment $5,018/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 15, 2026 for $810,000 (16% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$810K
Since last month
Decreased$500 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$141K (+21.2%)
Since last sale
Decreased$900 (-0.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +89% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$809K
July 2026$810K
June 2026$710K
May 2026$676K
April 2026$679K
March 2026$695K
February 2026$686K
January 2026$661K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
12073 Rives Ave, Downey, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$730,000
09/26/25
2
2
1,202
7508 Brookmill Rd, Downey, CA
0.61
Single-Family Home
$825,000
09/18/25
2
1
1,302
12307 Rives Ave, Downey, CA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$800,000
11/14/25
3
1
1,110
12315 Norlain Ave, Downey, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$940,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,190
7931 Leeds St, Downey, CA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$700,000
02/16/26
2
1
782
7456 Corey St, Downey, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
02/24/26
3
2
1,783
7614 Brunache St, Downey, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$900,000
01/14/26
3
2
1,627
10731 Amery Ave, South Gate, CA
0.58
Single-Family Home
$830,000
08/28/26
3
1
1,190

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
7456 Corey St, Downey, CA 90242
0.05
$1,100,000
3
2
1,783
Recently Sold
12306 Julius Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.14
$946,800
4
3
1,300
Off Market
7428 Rundell St, Downey, CA 90242
0.11
$870,300
4
2
1,707
Off Market
12302 Pomering Rd, Downey, CA 90242
0.15
$911,500
4
2
1,523
Off Market
12113 Julius Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.11
$1,195,900
3
3
3,160
Off Market
12231 Horley Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.18
$846,500
3
2
1,324
Off Market
12216 Old River School Rd, Downey, CA 90242
0.16
$935,900
3
2
1,800
Off Market
12106 Old River School Rd #G, Downey, CA 90242
0.14
$736,000
4
2.5
1,471
Recently Sold
12106 Old River School Rd #D, Downey, CA 90242
0.14
$853,100
4
2.5
1,467
Off Market
12315 Norlain Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.20
$940,000
3
2
1,190
Recently Sold
12213 Rives Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.22
$827,100
2
1
824
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 12002 Julius Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1950
904 sqft
$896/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem on a spacious corner lot in Downey! Enjoy a sun-drenched living room, a well-appointed kitchen, and a cozy layout perfect for first-time buyers or those looking to downsize. The generous lot offers endless potential to entertain, garden, or explore ADU possibilities (buyer to verify). With an attached garage, ample parking, and easy access to shopping, dining, schools, and freeways, this is an incredible opportunity to own a home with room to grow. Don't miss it!
12002 Julius Ave, Downey, CA 90242 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 904 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $810,000 on Jul 15, 2026 (16% above the $699,777 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2015 with an asking price of $1,795 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 31, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $809,900, with a rent estimate of $3,082/month.

Home Details for 12002 Julius Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Bedroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 904 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup
Heating & Cooling
No CoolingAir Conditioning: None
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Garage Attached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 11

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionAttached To Another Structure
Property Information
Parcel Number: 6246016001

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $699,777Price Per Sqft: $896/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jul 15 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Downey
School Information
High School District: Downey Unified

Community

Community Features: SuburbanNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7493 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, 1031 Exchange, FHA

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DW26122212Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 562-305-0788Back On Market Date: Thu Jun 18 2026Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-6246016001-R-N

Additional Information

SuburbanSource Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 15, 2026
Source: CRMLS #DW26122212
Sold
$810,000
Dec 31, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,795
Dec 13, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,795
Sep 5, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,400
Aug 25, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,400

Market trends in Downey

Last updated July 2026
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What Locals Say about Downey

At least 1007 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 32 % Say there's wildlife

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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    "It is safe for teens yo walk or ride bike. It’s aver nice neighborhood with lots of shops and restaurants."
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    "Saturday farmers market on La Reina and every third Thursday there is a night market near downtown Downey. "
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  • Amanda_marie31
    "People don’t pick up after their dogs. A lot of dogs running loose making it somewhat nerve wracking "
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    "It is a fairly safe place to walk around. Everything Is well maintained & everyone usually picks up after their dogs around here."
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  • Jaime Leiva
    "It’s a truly family neighborhood, safe and clean. People are friendly and courteous. The vibe is really good for walking at any time."
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  • Herrerafrank00
    "More congested than 10 years ago. Loved here 35 years and traffic is getting worse. Freeways touch Downeys borders "
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  • Rtl.90241
    "Commute is very easy access to freeways and everything is just within minutes away. Roads are well maintained."
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  • Jenni SH
    "Very family oriented. People take walks in the evening. There’s a sense of community. There’s lots of shops, grocery stores, etc. it’s a very pleasant little hidden gem. One thing I wish, that all the little streets had sidewalks. "
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  • Camposanam73
    "Love Downey everything is convenient local malls stores and work is about 15 min away. Been on Downey over 13 years"
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    "Downey is just a great city to call home. There’s lots of restaurants and shopping centers. There’s at least one farmers market on Lakewood and Firestone and many neighborhoods are great for trick or treating "
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  • Armando Gutierrez
    "They like it the place it’s beautiful and clam so they don’t main it people are nice and respectful "
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  • Mistermnn
    "Lots of dog poop on side walks and front yards because lots of dog owners don’t think they have to pick up after there dogs or there are some dog owners in the neighborhood that let their dogs run loose in the neighborhood and there dog poops on neighbors yards and they don’t pick it up. Other than that it’s good. "
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  • Herrerafrank00
    "Downey has everything you need, good schools, good food, friendly police department, community programs, only downside would be the traffic getting through the city during rush out, residents usually take the back streets."
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  • C B
    "Traffic in Downey is really bad. Can take 30 minutes to get from North Downey to South Downey. Lakewood and Telegraph are packed. But near freeways and that helps."
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  • Teresa
    "Apartments state Dog friendly, but state restrictions on weight which makes it hard to find an apartment within a neighborhood you wish to live in. "
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  • Monique M.
    "Downey is a dog friendly neighborhood. Some people post individual signs to keep dogs from pooping on their lawn but to each their own. "
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  • Melodygregorio
    "Movie nights, concerts in the park, ride and stride day, lots and lots of classes for adults, seniors, youth, and children etc. "
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  • Joc O
    "I grew up in Downey, and have lived here as an adult away from my childhood home but still enjoy living here. It’s close to Cerritos, Lakewood, Bellflower which I visit for different errands. I can drive 30-40 mins (depending on traffic, time of day,etc) to Huntington Beach or Santa Monica. "
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  • Darlena C. J.
    "There’s a lot of families, and the city is overall pretty safe to be in. The transportation system is all throughout the city. Make the move!"
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  • Jennylopwz1226
    "I drive to places. Everything is within a 5 minute drive. Close to freeways or sometimes walk to restaurants."
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  • Yreynaga974
    "Downey is a clean and safe area to grow up and live in. People are generally nice, responsible, respectable and caring human beings."
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  • Jennifer V.
    "I lived here for seven years now. It is a clean neighborhood with great schools. It is a safe and friendly town."
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  • Elizabeth D.
    "I have lived in downey for 24 years and I have always felt safe and I love my city. The local officials are always doing their best to take care of our city, local police department keeps us safe! "
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  • Anamaeespinoza
    "Good family ambiance and lots of good place to go. You can walk, bikes on the area too. Very friendly people "
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  • Wendy A.
    "I love it here. Never had an issue, lots of restaurants and parks. Clean and people are nice for the most part "
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  • Brojoehdz
    "New to the area so I’m not really familiar with what takes place around here. However, my neighbors have been friendly and welcoming to me and my family. I have zero complaints about my experience here. "
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  • Susan
    "ok, but increasing freeway traffic can be very challenging at times. I live 16 miles from home, on average that is a 30 minute commute which can turn into 60 minutes in days with freeway incidents. "
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  • Wendy A.
    "The schools are good and kids are often seen using their bikes up and down alone. Also there are a lot of parks and it’s just a very calm city with pretty quiet people that keep to themselves. They have programs for kids at parks and in the community to keep them busy and active. Does need like a Chuck E. Cheese type of establishment or a jumper place of some sort"
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  • Wendy A.
    "Concerts in the park, food festivals, day of dead festival, good restaurants. Overall a safe place to ride bikes, parks"
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  • Jenny M.
    "Safe city to raise your children in. I was born and raised and it is safe, lots of kids and great education "
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    "Clean, beautiful and peaceful place to live! Lovely and wonderful people. So traditional and quiet "
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  • Ashley P.
    "Very close to my job and surrounding places I normally visit. I really enjoy living in Downey CA. "
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  • Cristina Z.
    "Schools are good. Pretty safe to walk at night. I love it here. Been living here for 6 years now. I just wish it was less expensive "
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  • Marcia V.
    "Nice area to raise kids in.Everything is close by schools shopping center mall markets eateries etc.."
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  • Calleros1d
    "Many local churches with active goers. Farmers market every Saturday’s and people are constantly walking their pets or running themselves "
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  • Jose S.
    "I love the area. it is close to down town La, but still far enough away to have some nature around me."
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  • Esteban G.
    "Just keep an eye on your children, there have been many reports of kidnappings happening in the area. "
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  • Yaritzaduenas22
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Frequently asked questions about 12002 Julius Ave

  • What is 12002 Julius Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 12002 Julius Ave in Downey, CA is $809,900.
  • What is the price history for 12002 Julius Ave?
    12002 Julius Ave in Downey, CA last sold for $810,000 in July 2026.
  • Is Downey a buyer's or seller's market?
    Downey is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Downey?
    Residents describe Downey, CA as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Downey, CA.
  • Does 12002 Julius Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 12002 Julius Ave in Downey, CA has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 12002 Julius Ave?
    The lot at 12002 Julius Ave in Downey, CA is about 0.17 acres (7,493 sq ft).

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