8237 Arnett St, Downey, CA 90241
SOLD
JUN 15, 2026
Listed by Amerie McGee, Realty One Group Pacific, (760) 496-0760 . Bought with College Park Realty

8237 Arnett St
Downey, CA 90241

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,005 sqft

$740,000

Last Sold: Jun 15, 2026
0% over list $739K
$736/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,518/mo*
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$740,000

Last Sold: Jun 15, 2026
0% over list $739K
$736/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,518/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,005 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to 8237 Arnett Street in the heart of Downey — a rare opportunity to own a charming original home in one of the area’s most sought-after neighborhoods. This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers approximately 1,005 square feet of living space featuring original hardwood floors and classic Downey character throughout. Situated on a spacious lot with mature avocado and fig trees, the property also features a detached two-car garage with incredible ADU potential. Located near highly regarded schools, Stonewood Center, dining, shopping, and convenient access to the 5, 605, 105, and 710 freeways. The home was fully re-piped in 2022, offering an important major system upgrade. Perfect for a first-time home buyer, investor, or someone looking to create their dream home in a neighborhood where remodeled homes have sold near $1 million. The seller has already begun making improvements while actively on the market and is hoping to find the right buyer before taking on additional upgrades that would ultimately increase the price. Opportunities like this in Downey don’t come around often — schedule your showing before this one is gone!
8237 Arnett St, Downey, CA 90241 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,005 sqft single-family home built in 1946. It last sold for the $739,000 asking price on Jun 15, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $740,200, with a rent estimate of $3,482/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$736/sqft
Listed
41 days ago

Home Details for 8237 Arnett St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 3Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1005 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedLaundry: Outside
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: See Remarks, Tile, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1Accessibility: NoneFloors: See Remarks, Tile, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Brick, ConcreteFencing: Average Condition, Block, Brick, Chain Link, PrivacyNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway Level,Garage Faces Front
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 15

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1946
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Construction Materials: Drywall, StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Repairs CosmeticParcel Number: 6255007024

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $739,000Price Per Sqft: $736/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jun 15 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Community

Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Gutter(s), SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5966 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: 5 day inspectionListing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional, FHA, Submit, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: SW26098830Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 9512397381Activation Date: Fri May 15 2026Common Interest: NoneStart Showing Date: Fri May 15 2026Universal Property Id: US-06037-N-6255007024-R-N

Additional Information

BikingCurbsDog ParkGutter(s)SidewalksSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Amerie McGee DRE #02086128, (951) 239-7381
Realty One Group Pacific
Bought with: Shawn Dixon DRE #01300189, College Park Realty
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#SW26098830

Price History for 8237 Arnett St

DatePriceEventSource
06/15/2026$740,000Sold
CRMLS #SW26098830
05/30/2026$739,000ContingentCRMLS #SW26098830
05/20/2026$739,000PendingToActiveCRMLS #SW26098830
05/17/2026$739,000ContingentCRMLS #SW26098830
05/15/2026$739,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #SW26098830

Market trends in Downey

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$895K
$12.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.7%
Price per sq ft
$573
$11MoM
Available listings
99
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,349
Assessment$73,478
Home facts updated by county records

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1,303
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What Locals Say about Downey

At least 1006 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

  • 31 % Say there's wildlife

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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