7738 2nd St, Downey, CA 90241
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OFF MARKET

$1,091,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,581 sqft

7738 2nd St, Downey, CA 90241

Est. Refi. Payment $6,780/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 9, 2013 for $492,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.09M
Since last month
Decreased$11K (-0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$24K (+2.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$605K (+122.9%)
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 +85% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.1M
August 2026$1.09M
July 2026$1.11M
June 2026$1.1M
May 2026$1.11M
April 2026$1.11M
March 2026$1.11M
February 2026$1.1M
January 2026$1.06M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
7602 2nd St, Downey, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
01/06/26
3
3
3,074
11474 Pruess Ave, Downey, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$685,000
07/15/26
3
3
1,600
7718 Phlox St, Downey, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$476,500
10/15/25
3
2
1,520
11403 Horton Ave, Downey, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$850,000
04/07/26
4
3
1,993
7457 3rd St, Downey, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,135,000
04/10/26
3
2
2,102
7814 4th St, Downey, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$875,000
09/17/25
3
2
1,257
7534 Fostoria St, Downey, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
01/06/26
3
2
1,773
7845 5th St, Downey, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,380,000
11/19/25
3
2
2,091
10702 Old River School Rd, Downey, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$900,000
01/16/26
4
2.5
2,919
7915 4th St, Downey, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
04/30/26
4
4
2,726

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
11019 Rives Ave, Downey, CA 90241
0.03
$1,962,600
5
5
4,358
Off Market
7602 2nd St, Downey, CA 90241
0.18
$1,400,000
3
3
3,074
Recently Sold
7814 4th St, Downey, CA 90241
0.18
$871,700
3
2
1,257
Off Market
11412 Rives Ave, Downey, CA 90241
0.16
$747,300
2
1
816
Off Market
7912 4th Pl, Downey, CA 90241
0.19
$1,160,700
4
2.5
1,886
Off Market
7741 Fostoria St, Downey, CA 90241
0.21
$1,529,500
3
3
2,681
Off Market
7811 4th St, Downey, CA 90241
0.22
$1,506,200
4
3.5
3,176
Off Market
7848 Burns Ave, Downey, CA 90241
0.19
$682,600
2
1
906
Off Market
7647 Fostoria St, Downey, CA 90241
0.24
$1,276,400
3
2
1,707
Off Market
7951 2nd St, Downey, CA 90241
0.22
-
4
3
2,034
Off Market
7534 4th Pl, Downey, CA 90241
0.27
$1,091,400
3
2
1,977
Off Market
7747 Cecilia St, Downey, CA 90241
0.27
$1,131,500
3
2
2,036
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 7738 2nd St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1947
Living Area
2,581 sqft
Price/Sqft
$423
Parking
Garage

About this House

This is a short sale subject to lenders approval. Appointment only to show. Call listing agent. Square footage includes permitted unit attached to the rear of the detached garage. Also, square footage includes detached unit in the backyard which is permitted.
7738 2nd St, Downey, CA 90241 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,581 sqft single-family home built in 1947. It last sold for $492,000 on Dec 9, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,091,000, with a rent estimate of $5,042/month.

Home Details for 7738 2nd St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Ceiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalMicrowave
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: StuccoLawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1947Year Updated: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Contemporary

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8407 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 9, 2013
Source: N/A
Sold
$492,000
Sep 23, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$489,000
Price increased by 145%
Sep 5, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$200,000
Price decreased by 59%
Aug 7, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$489,000
Jul 26, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$489,000

Market trends in Downey

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Around this home

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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Yaritzaduenas22
    "I lived in Downey for about 10 years I grew up here and I love the neighborhood and proper education I was given. I still live in Downey and have kids of my own and I don’t feel unsafe with my kids in Downey. "
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Frequently asked questions about 7738 2nd St

  • What is 7738 2nd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 7738 2nd St in Downey, CA is $1,091,000.
  • What is the price history for 7738 2nd St?
    7738 2nd St in Downey, CA last sold for $492,000 in December 2013.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 7738 2nd St?
    The lot at 7738 2nd St in Downey, CA is about 0.19 acres (8,407 sq ft).
  • Does 7738 2nd St have a garage?
    Yes, 7738 2nd St in Downey, CA has a garage.

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