8253 Birchcrest Rd, Downey, CA 90240
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8253 Birchcrest Rd
Downey, CA 90240

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 550 sqft

$683,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,231/mo*
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$683,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,231/mo*
Refinance Your Home
1 Bed
1 Bath
550 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$684K
Since last month
Increased$16K (+2.5%)
Since last year
Increased$14K (+2.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$470K (+229.4%)
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 +41% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$675K
July 2026$659K
June 2026$670K
May 2026$684K
April 2026$682K
March 2026$666K
February 2026$668K
January 2026$646K
2025
2024
2023
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
9105 Margaret St, Downey, CA
2.22
Multi-Family Home
$1,050,000
04/07/26
2
1
644
6543 Hannon St, Bell Gardens, CA
1.71
Apartment
$1,325,000
03/24/26
12
6
4,635
7033 Stewart And Gray Rd #50A, Downey, CA
2.97
Apartment
$450,000
05/08/26
2
2
1,075
6382 Gage Ave #235, Bell Gardens, CA
2.02
Apartment
$2,400
10/28/25
2
2
821
5915 Morrill Ave, Whittier, CA
3.47
Multi-Family Home
$770,000
05/06/26
2
1.5
1,000
11331 Pioneer Blvd, Norwalk, CA
3.09
Multi-Family Home
$1,100,000
01/28/26
3
2
1,350
629 N Victoria Ave, Montebello, CA
3.94
Apartment
$909,800
02/13/26
1
737
9335 Washburn Rd, Downey, CA
2.76
Apartment
$1,333,500
12/30/25
16
8
6,200
6222 Magnolia Ave, Whittier, CA
4.00
Multi-Family Home
$850,000
12/08/25
2
1
820
14313 Horst Ave, Norwalk, CA
4.87
Apartment
$220,000
05/20/26
2
1
480
Home facts updated by county records

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
8309 Birchcrest Rd, Downey, CA 90240
0.03
$754,700
3
1
1,104
Off Market
8331 Vista Del Rosa St, Downey, CA 90240
0.08
$810,000
3
2
1,629
Recently Sold
8209 Vista Del Rosa St, Downey, CA 90240
0.07
$845,500
3
2
1,322
Off Market
8322 Vista Del Rosa St, Downey, CA 90240
0.09
$975,000
5
3
1,950
Recently Sold
8346 Birchcrest Rd, Downey, CA 90240
0.10
$810,000
3
2
1,762
Off Market
8151 Vista Del Rosa St, Downey, CA 90240
0.11
$710,100
2
1
691
Off Market
8235 Blandwood Rd, Downey, CA 90240
0.15
$715,600
2
1
910
Off Market
8229 Blandwood Rd, Downey, CA 90240
0.15
$805,100
3
2
1,577
Off Market
8902 Elston Ave, Downey, CA 90240
0.15
$876,500
3
2
1,280
Off Market
8328 Fernadel Ave, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
0.12
$725,000
2
1
862
Off Market
8925 Stamps Rd, Downey, CA 90240
0.16
$760,000
2
1
916
Recently Sold
8545 Parrot Ave, Downey, CA 90240
0.14
$939,000
3
2
1,690
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 8253 Birchcrest Rd.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Year Built
1949
Living Area
550 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,243

About this House

This unit is a GUEST HOUSE located inside of the main property. Ideal Occupancy is 1-2 persons.

The unit has a kitchen area, spacious bedroom with a closet, and a recently renovated restroom. All utilities included. Small non-aggressive and fully vaccinated dogs ok (10 pounds or less). Must get along with other small dogs on the premises.

Separated Guest House unit inside the premises. All Utilities included. Small dogs ok (10 pounds or less). No cigarette smoking.
8253 Birchcrest Rd, Downey, CA 90240 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 550 sqft apartment built in 1949. It last sold for $205,000 on Jan 14, 2002. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2021 with an asking price of $1,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 18, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $683,900, with a rent estimate of $1,781/month.

Home Details for 8253 Birchcrest Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949Year Updated: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ApartmentArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1Parking: None

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5987 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 18, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Mar 6, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$1,600
Jan 14, 2002
Source: N/A
Sold
$205,000

Market trends in Downey

Last updated July 2026
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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 8253 Birchcrest Rd

  • What is 8253 Birchcrest Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8253 Birchcrest Rd in Downey, CA is $683,900.
  • What is the price history for 8253 Birchcrest Rd?
    8253 Birchcrest Rd in Downey, CA last sold for $205,000 in January 2002.
  • 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 8253 Birchcrest Rd have a pool?
    Yes, 8253 Birchcrest Rd in Downey, CA has a pool.
  • Does 8253 Birchcrest Rd have parking?
    Yes, 8253 Birchcrest Rd in Downey, CA has on-site parking.

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