Off market oct 2005 for $900K

$1,371,373

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,722/mo

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2,770

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12038 RIVES Ave, Downey, CA 90242

About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

0.31 acresLot Size

$495Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Maria Cotaya •DRE #01022587

Contact: 562-644-7094

Bought with Maria Cotaya •DRE #01022587 • Red Carpet Heritage Realty

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:CRMLS #Y49537

Redfin Estimate

$1,371,373

$471K since sold in October 2005$16K since September

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Market trends in 90242, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.3%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$820K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

3 days MoM

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Sale history for 12038 RIVES Ave

Date

Event

Price

CRMLS #Y49537

Oct 31, 2005

Sold

$900,000

$325/sq ft

Aug 8, 2005

Listed

$985,000

$356/sq ft

CRMLS #Y43594

Nov 3, 2004

Sold

$770,000

$278/sq ft

Aug 25, 2004

Listed

$770,000

$278/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 9, 1975

Sold

$61,500

$22/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,593

$644,000 + $443,000

$1,087,000

2024

$13,582 (+8.2%)

$644,000 + $443,000

$1,087,000

2023

$12,551 (+11.1%)

$644,000 + $443,000

$1,087,000

2022

$11,299 (+6.0%)

$602,900 + $415,100

$1,018,000

2021

$10,663 (+3.9%)

$557,000 + $387,000

$944,000

2020

$10,262 (+2.6%)

$525,200 + $364,800

$890,000

2019

$10,001 (+0.9%)

$507,500 + $352,500

$860,000

2018

$9,913 (+1.4%)

$489,700 + $340,100

$829,800

2017

$9,778 (+25.1%)

$489,700 + $326,500

$816,200

2016

$7,816

$489,700 + $326,500

$816,200

2015

$7,818 (+15.2%)

$385,800 + $257,200

$643,000

2014

$6,785 (+25.5%)

$346,600 + $231,100

$577,700

2012

$5,406 (−9.8%)

$346,600 + $231,100

$577,700

2011

$5,993 (−1.4%)

$276,800 + $184,600

$461,400

2010

$6,080 (+1.5%)

$314,100 + $209,400

$523,500

2009

$5,992 (−42.0%)

$314,100 + $209,400

$523,500

2008

$10,325

$314,100 + $209,400

$523,500

Tax history for 12038 RIVES Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$13,593

$644,000 + $443,000

$1,087,000

2024

$13,582 (+8.2%)

$644,000 + $443,000

$1,087,000

2023

$12,551 (+11.1%)

$644,000 + $443,000

$1,087,000

2022

$11,299 (+6.0%)

$602,900 + $415,100

$1,018,000

2021

$10,663 (+3.9%)

$557,000 + $387,000

$944,000

2020

$10,262 (+2.6%)

$525,200 + $364,800

$890,000

2019

$10,001 (+0.9%)

$507,500 + $352,500

$860,000

2018

$9,913 (+1.4%)

$489,700 + $340,100

$829,800

2017

$9,778 (+25.1%)

$489,700 + $326,500

$816,200

2016

$7,816

$489,700 + $326,500

$816,200

2015

$7,818 (+15.2%)

$385,800 + $257,200

$643,000

2014

$6,785 (+25.5%)

$346,600 + $231,100

$577,700

2012

$5,406 (−9.8%)

$346,600 + $231,100

$577,700

2011

$5,993 (−1.4%)

$276,800 + $184,600

$461,400

2010

$6,080 (+1.5%)

$314,100 + $209,400

$523,500

2009

$5,992 (−42.0%)

$314,100 + $209,400

$523,500

2008

$10,325

$314,100 + $209,400

$523,500

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.3 Acres

Year renovated

1955

Sq. Ft.

2,770

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Los Angeles County

APN

6246003016

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.

R-1 5,000

Single-Family Residential Zone

The R-1 Zone is intended to provide for the development of single-family residential areas and to designate appropriately located areas for family living at designated population densities. The provisions of this zone are intended to ensure that the residential character of such areas will be stabilized and maintained. They are further intended to provide a basis for the planning of related amenities, such as parks, schools, public utilities, streets and highways, and other community facilities.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Educational/school

Jan 16, 2026 • Final

Residential combination

Convert a portion of an existing detached garage into an accessory dwelling unit.

ADU

Jan 12, 2026 • Final

Residential combination

Convert a portion of an existing detached garage into an accessory dwelling unit. Convert the remaining portion of the garage into storage space.

Addition

ADU

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, RV Access/Parking
Has Parking

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen, Inside

Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing, Gas Cooking, Garbage Disposal, Range, Water Softener
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, In Family Room

Room Information
Attic, Basement, Family Room, Library, Main Floor Bedroom, Workshop

Fireplace Information
Living Room, Wood
Has Fireplace

Flooring Information
Carpet, Wood

Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating

Interior Features
Copper Plumbing Partial, Storage Space
Levels: Two
Security Features: Security System
Window Features: Blinds

Exterior

Exterior Information
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Blockwall, Wrought Iron
Has Fence

Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Slab, Raised

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Brick, Concrete
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers

Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Size Dimensions: 78 x 173
Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side

Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 6246003016
Property Condition: Termite Clearance

Utilities

Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer Paid
Sewer Available
Water Source: District/Public

Location

School Information
High School: Warren
High School District: Downey Unified
High School 2: WARREN

Location Information
Latitude: 33.93465500
Longitude: -118.14937000
Other Subdivision Name: Other
Directions: Cross Streets: STEWART & GRAY RD
Zoning: DOR1

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,770
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 6246003016

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026

Other

Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 562-644-7094

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Maria
List Agent Last Name: Cotaya

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Red Carpet Heritage Realty

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Maria
Buyer Agent Last Name: Cotaya

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Red Carpet Heritage Realty

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Schools

Williams Elementary School

Public K-3 • Assigned • 0.6mi

9/10

Stauffer Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

6/10

Warren High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

7/10

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Climate risks

4/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 11-17% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 91° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

7 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Downey, CA • 90242

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in June and 6.9 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$1.30M – $1.58M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
12030 Rives Ave, Downey, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1238 Sq. Ft.	$906,251
12056 Rives Ave, Downey, CA 3 Beds \| - Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$1,081,809

Address	Redfin Estimate
12042 Rives Ave, Downey, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 984 Sq. Ft.	$853,422
12020 Rives Ave, Downey, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1921 Sq. Ft.	$1,811,489

Address	Redfin Estimate
12046 Rives Ave, Downey, CA 3 Beds \| - Baths \| 1471 Sq. Ft.	$825,944
12062 Rives Ave, Downey, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1636 Sq. Ft.	$845,702

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