8434 Donovan St, Downey, CA 90242
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OFF MARKET

$781,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 9, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,176 sqft

8434 Donovan St, Downey, CA 90242

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,176 sqft
$665/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 8434 Donovan St.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Located in the heart of Downey (0.9mi from Downey Landing, 3mi from Costco, 1.4mi from Porto's Bakery). This is a comfortable 3 bedroom 2 bath single family home that was recently updated with 2 new bathrooms and new AC/heating systems installed. It comes with a finished two-car garage with ample driveway space for an additional 3 cars. This is the rear house of a duplex and is a stand alone structure with its own private side-yard and expansive backyard with a balance of grass and hardscape that is excellent for hosting backyard BBQs! Easy access to major freeway onramps: 105, 710, 5, 605. This home is situated in the excellent Downey Unified School District.

Owner pays for water and gardener. Renter pays for gas, electric, and garbage. Last month's rent due at signing. No smoking allowed. No pets allowed.
8434 Donovan St, Downey, CA 90242 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,176 sqft single-family home. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2026 with an asking price of $4,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 9, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $781,900, with a rent estimate of $4,146/month.

Home Details for 8434 Donovan St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached Driveway, On Site

Comparable Sales for 8434 Donovan St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8526 Orange St, Downey, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$710,000
10/27/25
3
2
1,455 sqft
12265 Caladre Ave, Downey, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$807,500
01/16/26
3
2
1,595 sqft
8441 Alameda St, Downey, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$949,000
02/03/26
3
2
1,793 sqft
12124 Anderberg Ave, Downey, CA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$780,000
02/06/26
3
1.5
1,172 sqft
12574 Bellder Dr, Downey, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$685,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,472 sqft
12566 Dolan Ave, Downey, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
01/22/26
3
2
2,071 sqft
12363 Birchdale Ave, Downey, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$830,000
03/20/26
3
1
1,118 sqft
12350 Brock Ave, Downey, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$975,000
05/19/26
3
2
1,571 sqft
12325 Glynn Ave, Downey, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,060,000
04/09/26
4
2.5
1,994 sqft
8516 Lyndora St, Downey, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$770,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,441 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Downey

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,146/mo
Average rent
$2.27K
$43MoM
Available listings
206
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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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  • 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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 9, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,100
Jun 23, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,100

Frequently asked questions about 8434 Donovan St

  • What is 8434 Donovan St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8434 Donovan St in Downey, CA is $781,900.
  • 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.
  • What are the closest schools to 8434 Donovan St?
    The closest schools to 8434 Donovan St in Downey, CA are Alameda Elementary School (rated 6/10), Carpenter Elementary School (rated 7/10), Downey High School (rated 6/10).
  • Does 8434 Donovan St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8434 Donovan St in Downey, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 8434 Donovan St have parking?
    Yes, 8434 Donovan St in Downey, CA has on-site parking.

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