Downey, CA Rent History
113 months of data, 2017–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$2,257
1-year change
+2.7%
$60/mo
5-year change
+24.8%
$448/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Downey
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $1,419/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2018 | $1,498/mo | +5.6% | +5.6% |
| 2019 | $1,595/mo | +6.5% | +12.4% |
| 2020 | $1,673/mo | +4.9% | +17.9% |
| 2021 | $1,684/mo | +0.7% | +18.7% |
| 2022 | $1,979/mo | +17.5% | +39.5% |
| 2023 | $2,062/mo | +4.2% | +45.3% |
| 2024 | $2,124/mo | +3.0% | +49.7% |
| 2025 | $2,180/mo | +2.6% | +53.6% |
| 2026 | $2,221/mo | +1.9% | +56.5% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Downey changed since 2017?
Median rent in Downey, CA was $1,419 in 2017-05 and is $2,257 as of 2026-09 — a change of $838 per month over 9 years.
How much has Downey rent increased in the last 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, median rent in Downey, CA has changed +24.8% ($448 per month). The current median is $2,257.
Is rent in Downey going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Downey, CA has increased +2.7% ($60/mo). Current median: $2,257.