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Nice one-bedroom apartment in cool mid-century modern building. These have been beautifully redone with granite countertops, custom paints and some stainless steel appliances. Wood-like flooring, luxury faucets and hardware. Fans throughout to keep you cool.
We are a smaller building with caring on-site managers.
Chateau Apartments
12549 Old River School Rd, Downey, CA 90242
Verified
Apartment building
1 bed
Parking lot
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
 Unit B 1 bd, 1 ba | 600 | Now | $1,895 |
What's special
Spanish spoken here
Some of the staff speak Spanish
This building features Spanish speaking staff. Less than 19% of buildings in Downey offer this.
Cool mid-century modern buildingLuxury faucets and hardwareOne-bedroom apartmentWood-like flooringStainless steel appliancesCustom paints
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Laundry: Shared
Outdoor common areas
- Garden
- Lawn
Services & facilities
- On-Site Management
- Online Maintenance Portal
- Online Rent Payment
- Spanish Speaking Staff
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- Golf Course
- Park
Unit Features
Appliances
- Garbage Disposal
- Oven
- Range
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan
Flooring
- Laminate
Heating
- Gas
Policies
Parking
- Parking Lot
Lease terms
- Less than 1 year
Utilities included in rent
- Garbage
- Water
Neighborhood: 90242
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Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Somewhat WalkableBike Score®
 / 100
Somewhat BikeableNearby schools in Downey
Imperial Elementary School
Grades K-3 • 1 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10Stauffer Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 0.8 miles6/10
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Test Score Rating
7/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Warren High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.4 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10College Readiness Rating
5/10Living in Downey
Downey’s 90242 area sits in the city’s inland, southeastern portion of Los Angeles County, with a warm, dry climate and a mostly residential setting. Stonewood Center offers a major shopping destination, while local commercial strips provide everyday services, dining and coffee stops. Downey’s broader history includes its place in early aerospace and space exploration; Columbia Memorial Space Center is a notable local landmark. Parks and recreation areas around the city offer open space and playgrounds, and the Rio Hondo Bike Path provides an outdoor route through the region. Getting around is largely car-oriented, with local streets and access to major roadways connecting to nearby communities. For ZIP code 90242, the median rent is $2,250 per month, and the typical range is $950 to $5,200, based on 73 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Chateau Apartments located, and what is the neighborhood like?
Chateau Apartments is located at 12549 Old River School Rd, Downey, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Alberts Mexican Food, 500 Snack Bar, and Cafe Amigos.
What is the average rent in Downey, CA?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in ZIP code 90242 in Downey is currently $2,250 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to Chateau Apartments?
The schools assigned to Chateau Apartments include Imperial Elementary School, Stauffer Middle School, and Warren High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Chateau Apartments?
Chateau Apartments is located near 6 grocery stores, including Walmart Neighborhood Market (0.8 miles) and Super A Foods (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including AutoZone, are approximately 0.9 miles away.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near Chateau Apartments?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Chateau Apartments include Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (0.3 miles away), Hollydale Veterinary Hospital (0.5 miles away), and Downey Care Center (0.8 miles away).
