8531 Boyson St, Downey, CA 90242
OFF MARKET

8531 Boyson St
Downey, CA 90242

  • 8 Beds
  • 4,066 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

$1,577,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,465/mo*
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$1,577,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,465/mo*
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8 Beds
4,066 sqft
(on 0.27 acres)

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Description

SOLAR PANEL LEASE HAS BEEN PAID OFF!Rear House: 2,767 sqft. liv spc. 5 BED W/BONUS ROOM TO MAKE 6 total bedrooms 3 BATH (per prior appraisal)Living room offers an inviting and open feel. A small staircase leads you to the kitchen and dining room. Remodeled kitchen with all new cabinets and counter top. One large bedroom downstairs next to full size bathroom and family room. Family room optionally used as a Bonus room giving you the option to have 2 bedrooms downstairs. 2nd floor has 4 large bedrooms and 2 baths, including a master bedroom and bathroom, lots of closet space and situated away from all other bedrooms for maximum privacy. Parking is a breeze on this property. Not only does each home on this lot have its own 2 car garage, but there is a huge long driveway to park additional vehicles if the owner wishes.Front House: 1,295 sqft. liv spc. 3 BED 2 BATH (per prior Appraisal)Front unit has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with 1344 square feet. The beauty about this income property at first walk through is the size of every room and the amount of cabinet space there is all through the house giving the tenants or owner plenty of storage space, and an open floor plan to get creative with. The bedrooms are large not only giving you space for furniture such as a dresser and night stands, but offering plenty of room to add a desk if preferred in every bedroom.
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Less than a day ago

Home Details for 8531 Boyson St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, SolarCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1938
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Price History for 8531 Boyson St

DatePriceEventSource
09/11/2020$1,235,000Sold
CRMLS #RS20077921
09/11/2020$1,235,000PendingAgent Provided
08/11/2020$1,235,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
07/13/2020$1,235,000PendingAgent Provided
05/26/2020$1,235,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/23/2020$1,265,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/22/2018$2,700ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/30/2018$2,700Listed For RentAgent Provided
07/04/2018$2,700ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/22/2018$2,700Listed For RentAgent Provided
05/16/2018$1,025,000Sold
N/A
04/27/2018$1,045,000PendingAgent Provided
04/27/2018$1,045,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/26/2018$1,050,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/02/2017$1,050,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/01/2015$1,300,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/22/2015$1,300,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Downey

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$882K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.6%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$584
$14MoM
Available listings
92
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$16,904
Assessment$1,336,802
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$2,250/mo
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Comparable Sales for 8531 Boyson St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
12566 Brookshire Ave, Downey, CA
0.33
Multi-Family Home
$1,220,000
12/03/25
7
4
4,214
8421 Donovan St, Downey, CA
0.23
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$450,000
04/10/26
6
4
3,264
8548 Manatee St, Downey, CA
0.68
Multi-Family Home
$1,750,000
08/27/25
10
4
3,616
11702 Lakewood Blvd, Downey, CA
0.67
Multi-Family Home
$1,850,000
09/19/25
9
8
5,490
8105 Orange St, Downey, CA
0.53
Multi-Family Home
$2,415,000
12/26/25
12
12
8,244
8509 Cleta St, Downey, CA
0.65
Multi-Family Home
$1,080,000
11/25/25
5
3
2,015
11832 Brookshire Ave, Downey, CA
0.49
Multi-Family Home
$880,000
09/15/25
3
2
1,074
11737 Bellman Ave, Downey, CA
0.58
Multi-Family Home
$925,000
07/11/25
4
2
1,560
8328 Texas St, Downey, CA
0.73
Multi-Family Home
$960,000
07/18/25
4
2
1,572
8020 McKinley Ave, South Gate, CA
1.26
Multi-Family Home
$1,445,000
10/16/25
10
7
5,815

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What Locals Say about Downey

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  • 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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  • 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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  • Yvette R.
    "About schools and predators that may live in the area. Also closest freeway to access and crime reports "
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    "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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8531 Boyson St, Downey, CA 90242 is a 8 bedroom, 4,066 sqft multi-family built in 1938. This property is not currently available for sale. 8531 Boyson St was last sold on Sep 11, 2020 for $1,235,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 8531 Boyson St is $1,577,800.