RENTED OCT 4, 2025

8520 Fontana St Downey, CA 90241

Estimated Value: $901,000 - $1,409,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,240 Sq Ft
$499/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Living Room
  • Downey High School Rated A-
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of October 2025

Executive Home For Lease! 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence nestled in the vibrant heart of Downey. This updated home boasts an inviting living room and a large family room, perfect for gatherings and relaxation. The primary bedroom is a true retreat, offering ample space and comfort. Outside, you'll find a beautifully landscaped yard with a covered patio, ideal for outdoor entertaining or enjoying a morning coffee. Tastefully remodeled throughout, this home seamlessly combines modern elegance with cozy charm. Conveniently located near the downtown Downey area, the popular Downey Landing, and the exciting Downey Promenade, this property offers both comfort and accessibility to local favorites.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Michael Berdelis

24 Hour Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 562-818-6111 License #01234589 Listed on: 08/22/2025

Co-Listed By

Armando Martinez

24 Hour Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 562-818-6111 License #01714978

Last Renter's Agent

Armando Martinez

24 Hour Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 562-818-6111 License #01714978

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 6,646 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is zoned DOR2*

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 2,240 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $5,000
  • Rent includes gardener
  • 12-Month Minimum Lease Term
  • Available 5/9/22
  • Tax Lot 30
  • Tax Tract Number 10689
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6255025076

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Rental Info

  • Cashiers Check: 1ST Month Rent, Security Deposit
  • Available Date: 2022-05-09
  • Credit Check Paid By: Tenant
  • Deposit Security: 5000
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Transfer Fee Paid By: Owner

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: DOR2*
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Parcel Number: 6255025076
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2240.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 2.10
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room

Exterior Features

  • View: Neighborhood
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6646.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1526

Multi Family

  • Insurance Water Furniture: No
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Lot Size Area: 6646.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Rent Includes: Gardener

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 5513.00
  • Tax Lot: 30
  • Tax Tract Number: 10689

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 17, 2017
Sold by
Menendez Rafael and Menendez Samira S
Bought by
Menendez Rafael and Menendez Samira S
Current Estimated Value
$1,118,578

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$435,000
Outstanding Balance
$358,582
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$759,996

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 2014
Sold by
Menendez Rafael and Menendez Samira S
Bought by
The Menendez Family Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2014
Sold by
Menendez Rafael and Menendez Samira S
Bought by
Menendez Rafael and Menendez Samira S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$439,000
Interest Rate
4.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2004
Sold by
Menendez Rafael and Menendez Samira S
Bought by
Menendez Rafael and Menendez Samira S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2004
Sold by
Menendez Rafael and Menendez Samira S
Bought by
Menendez Rafael and Menendez Samira S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$351,000
Interest Rate
5.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2001
Sold by
Laporte Richer and Laporte Lafleche
Bought by
Menendez Rafael and Menendez Samira

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$334,400
Interest Rate
6.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 1995
Sold by
Levert Investment Enterprises Inc
Bought by
Laporte Richer and Laporte Lafleche

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Interest Rate
7.48%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 1995
Sold by
Chausse Julia A
Bought by
Levert Investment Enterprises Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,250
Interest Rate
8.51%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Menendez Rafael -- Old Republic Title Company
Menendez Rafael -- Accommodation
The Menendez Family Living Trust -- Accommodation
Menendez Rafael -- Title365 Company
Menendez Rafael -- --
Menendez Rafael -- Landsafe Title Of Ca Inc
Menendez Rafael $418,000 Stewart Title
Laporte Richer $315,000 American Title Co
Levert Investment Enterprises Inc $120,000 World Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Menendez Rafael $435,000
Closed Menendez Rafael $439,000
Closed Menendez Rafael $351,000
Previous Owner Menendez Rafael $334,400
Previous Owner Laporte Richer $248,000
Previous Owner Levert Investment Enterprises Inc $209,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/04/2025 10/04/25 Rented $4,700 0.0% --
09/29/2025 09/29/25 Under Contract -- -- --
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Off Market $4,700 -- --
08/25/2025 08/25/25 For Rent $4,700 0.0% --
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Off Market $4,700 -- --
08/22/2025 08/22/25 For Rent $4,700 -- --
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Berdelis

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Michael Berdelis

    24 Hour Real Estate

    (714) 507-6266

    236 Total Sales

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    Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Armando Martinez

    24 Hour Real Estate

    (562) 861-7257

    53 Total Sales

    Armando Martinez
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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: DW25190485

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 6255-025-076

California Los Angeles County Downey 90241

8520 Fontana St, Downey, CA

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