12236 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
OFF MARKET

$842,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,434 sqft

12236 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242

Est. Refi. Payment $5,335/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 17, 1999 for $186,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$842K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$41K (+5.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$649K (+348.2%)
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 +70% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$836K
October 2026$829K
September 2026$834K
August 2026$829K
July 2026$841K
June 2026$830K
May 2026$836K
April 2026$831K
March 2026$835K
February 2026$831K
January 2026$801K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
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Bath
Sqft
7706 Corey St, Downey, CA
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$930,000
10/27/26
3
2
1,391
12301 Rives Ave, Downey, CA
0.15
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$870,000
10/28/26
3
2
1,124
12343 Rives Ave, Downey, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$850,000
11/21/25
4
2
1,477
12315 Pomering Rd, Downey, CA
0.16
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$880,000
11/04/26
3
2
1,752
7456 Corey St, Downey, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
02/24/26
3
2
1,783
12315 Norlain Ave, Downey, CA
0.21
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$940,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,190
7614 Brunache St, Downey, CA
0.29
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$900,000
01/14/26
3
2
1,627
12066 Horley Ave, Downey, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
12/11/25
3
2.5
1,616
7641 Nada St, Downey, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$925,000
07/31/26
3
2
1,535
10740 Amery Ave, South Gate, CA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$780,000
05/29/26
3
2
1,489

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
12232 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.01
$808,600
3
2
1,600
Off Market
12242 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.01
$750,800
3
2
1,350
Off Market
12246 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.02
$727,800
2
1
1,110
Off Market
12226 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.02
$760,600
3
1
1,110
Off Market
12237 Richeon Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.02
$774,600
3
1
1,060
Off Market
12243 Richeon Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.03
$793,300
4
2
1,314
Off Market
12233 Richeon Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.03
$797,400
3
2
1,545
Off Market
12302 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.03
$743,400
3
2
1,304
Off Market
12222 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.03
$745,600
2
1
1,118
Off Market
12247 Richeon Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.03
$1,076,000
5
3
3,026
Off Market
12227 Richeon Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.03
$858,600
4
2
1,602
Off Market
12237 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.03
$830,800
3
3
1,629
Off Market
12233 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.04
$862,900
3
2
1,641
Off Market
12243 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.04
$621,400
2
1
824
Off Market
12303 Richeon Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.04
$800,900
2
2
1,488
Off Market
12223 Richeon Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.04
$733,900
2
1
982
Off Market
12306 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.04
$706,100
3
1
1,427
Off Market
12216 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.04
$783,500
3
2
1,644
Off Market
12227 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.04
$722,400
3
2
1,320
Off Market
12247 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242
0.04
$818,000
3
2
1,625
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 12236 Chavers Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1941
1,434 sqft
$587/sqft

About this House

This is NOT a short sale nor REO. Good location in Downey. Close to schools, freeways, shopping, and parks. DO NOT DISTURB occupants, shown by appointment only, dogs will bite. Property has separate detached recreation/gym room at the back. Great opportunity for first-time buyers and investors. To show, see Agent Remarks.
12236 Chavers Ave, Downey, CA 90242 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,434 sqft single-family home built in 1941. It last sold for $186,500 on Mar 17, 1999. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $842,000, with a rent estimate of $3,811/month.

Home Details for 12236 Chavers Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: WallHeating Fuel: Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1941Year Updated: 1946
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 9, 2010
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$399,888
Feb 27, 2010
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$399,888
Nov 1, 2009
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$399,888
Sep 26, 2009
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$399,888
Price decreased by 2%
Sep 6, 2009
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$410,000

Market trends in Downey

Last updated October 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$905K
$10KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$581
$26MoM
Available listings
104
9MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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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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    "Small town feel. Everyone is proud to live in Downey."
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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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  • Dom_val2000
    "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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  • Gc4xhyjhj8
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "I see dog walkers at all hours of the day…every day. This is a great neighborhood for digs & dig owners. "
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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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  • Jenni SH
    "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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  • Vanessa
    "There is lots to do! From miniature golfing to movies to bowling. The city has lots of history and feels safe. "
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  • Mpmontiel0214
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 12236 Chavers Ave

  • What is 12236 Chavers Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 12236 Chavers Ave in Downey, CA is $842,000.
  • What is the price history for 12236 Chavers Ave?
    12236 Chavers Ave in Downey, CA last sold for $186,500 in March 1999.
  • Is Downey a buyer's or seller's market?
    Downey is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Downey?
    The median sale price in Downey is $905K. That is up $10K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 12236 Chavers Ave?
    The lot at 12236 Chavers Ave in Downey, CA is about 0.15 acres (6,534 sq ft).
  • Does 12236 Chavers Ave have parking?
    Yes, 12236 Chavers Ave in Downey, CA has on-site parking.

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