$675,000
SOLD MAY 15, 2025

8217 5th St Downey, CA 90241

2 Beds
1 Bath
776 Sq Ft
2,972 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$870 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

115 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Laundry Room
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Living Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, ideally located in the heart of Downey. Offering 776 sqft of living space on a 2,972 sqft lot, this home provides incredible value at $690,000 — making it one of the lowest-priced single-family residence currently available in the entire city! Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors that flow throughout the home, adding warmth and character to each room. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, offering a stylish and durable space for meal preparation. Convenient laundry inside the home makes chores a breeze, while both bedrooms are nicely sized, providing comfortable spaces for rest and relaxation. The home also features fresh paint in select areas, giving it a bright and refreshed feel. A newer roof provides added peace of mind, while the attached one-car garage offers convenient parking and storage. Though the lot is compact, the property includes a good-sized backyard, perfect for outdoor relaxation or entertaining. Location-wise, this home couldn't be more convenient! Just minutes away, you'll find Stonewood Mall, Porto’s Bakery, grocery stores, and a local movie theater, making it easy to enjoy dining, shopping, and entertainment right around the corner. With nearby schools and major freeways, commuting is a breeze. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to own a well-priced home in the desirable city of Downey!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rene Sanchez

Coldwell Banker Envision License #02009615 Listed on: 11/19/2024

Coldwell Banker Envision

Co-Listed By

Paul Echavarria

Coldwell Banker Envision License #01826784

Last Buyer's Agent

Benny Do

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #02088449

eXp Realty of California, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

Lot Details

  • 2,972 Sq Ft Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned DOR3*

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 776 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Additional Features

  • Suburban Location
  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 12 / 1
  • Tax Tract Number 3304
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6253004015
  • $387 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Zoning: DOR3*
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 6253004015
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 776.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 869.85
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Stackable
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Storm Drains, Suburban

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2972.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0682

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 2972.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 1
  • Tax Census Tract: 5509.01
  • Tax Lot: 12
  • Tax Tract Number: 3304
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 387.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 19, 2024
Closed on
May 5, 2025
Sold by
Chavarria Diana Montoya and Chavarria Jairo Misrain
Bought by
Do Billy
Seller's Agent
Rene Sanchez
Coldwell Banker Envision
Buyer's Agent
Benny Do
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
List Price
$698,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$23,000
-3.3%
Views
302
Current Estimated Value
$680,699

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$5,699
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.37%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Outstanding Balance
$672,605
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$8,094

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2017
Sold by
Chavarria Diana Montoya
Bought by
Chavarria Diana Montoya and Chavarria Jairo Misrain

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,434
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 17, 2014
Closed on
May 7, 2014
Sold by
Chavarria Jairo M
Bought by
Montoya Diana
Seller's Agent
William Buckley
WB Realty Services
Buyer's Agent
ANTONIO IBARRA
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
3.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.79%
Original Mortgage
$8,550
Interest Rate
4.31%
Mortgage Type
Second Mortgage Made To Cover Down Payment

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 17, 2014
Closed on
Apr 24, 2014
Sold by
P & L Properties Inc
Bought by
Montoya Diana
Seller's Agent
William Buckley
WB Realty Services
Buyer's Agent
ANTONIO IBARRA
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
3.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$8,550
Interest Rate
4.31%
Mortgage Type
Second Mortgage Made To Cover Down Payment

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2013
Closed on
Sep 26, 2013
Sold by
Holmes Earl
Bought by
P & L Properties Inc
Seller's Agent
William Buckley
WB Realty Services
Buyer's Agent
William Buckley
WB Realty Services
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$205,000
Premium/Discount to List
$45,000
28.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
74.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2006
Sold by
Galvan Anthony R and Galvan Maria R
Bought by
Holmes Earl

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$327,960
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2003
Sold by
Galvan Anthony R
Bought by
Galvan Anthony R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2003
Sold by
Halopoff Richard J and Halopoff Teri Lynn
Bought by
Galvan Anthony R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $675,000 Wfg National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Advantage Title Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $285,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed -- Nations Title Company
Grant Deed $410,000 Ticor Title Co Fullerton
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $215,000 American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $675,000 VA
Previous Owner $333,434 FHA
Previous Owner $8,550 Second Mortgage Made To Cover Down Payment
Previous Owner $279,837 FHA
Previous Owner $327,960 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $172,000 No Value Available
Closed $32,250 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/15/2025 05/15/25 Sold $675,000 -2.2% $870 / Sq Ft
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Price Changed $690,000 -1.1% $889 / Sq Ft
01/21/2025 01/21/25 Price Changed $698,000 0.0% $899 / Sq Ft
01/21/2025 01/21/25 For Sale $698,000 +3.4% $899 / Sq Ft
01/07/2025 01/07/25 Off Market $675,000 -- --
11/19/2024 11/19/24 For Sale $710,000 +149.1% $915 / Sq Ft
05/19/2014 05/19/14 Sold $285,000 -1.7% $367 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/26/2014 03/26/14 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2014 03/10/14 Price Changed $290,000 +5.5% $374 / Sq Ft
01/17/2014 01/17/14 For Sale $275,000 +34.1% $354 / Sq Ft
10/15/2013 10/15/13 Sold $205,000 +28.1% $264 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/02/2013 05/02/13 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2013 04/27/13 For Sale $160,000 -- $206 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,409 $349,360 $208,393 $140,967
2024 $4,409 $342,510 $204,307 $138,203
2023 $4,259 $335,795 $200,301 $135,494
2022 $4,045 $329,212 $196,374 $132,838
2021 $3,949 $322,758 $192,524 $130,234
2019 $3,846 $313,186 $186,814 $126,372
2018 $3,743 $307,046 $183,151 $123,895
2016 $3,629 $295,125 $176,040 $119,085
2015 $3,576 $290,693 $173,396 $117,297
2014 $2,562 $205,000 $123,000 $82,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW24227922

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 6253-004-015