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$894,043$556 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $165,000 on May 12, 1998

8539 ALAMEDA ST

DOWNEY, CA 90242
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,608 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$894K
$841K low$947K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · May 12, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,330 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$331,014 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$183,147
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$147,867
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$324,524

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLOS ANGELES
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1959
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Alameda Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.1 mi
M
Sussman Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Downey High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Downey Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 90242These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.339

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.43,548
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,467 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,793
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,095
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.15 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

8539 Alameda St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 78% of homes in Rancho Santa Gertrudes
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Rancho Santa Gertrudes
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Rancho Santa Gertrudes

What homes are worth in Downey 90242

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$504K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Downey 90242.

How it measures up in Downey 90242

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Downey 90242.

Estimated value$894,043
CheaperTypical $784,064Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$556
CheaperTypical $565Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,608 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,425 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 8539 Alameda St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRancho Santa GertrudesDowney 90242Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$894,04378% of homes78% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55647% of homes47% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,608 ft²66% of homes64% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac26% of homes22% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than19415% of homes10% of homes21% of homes

About 8539 Alameda St

How much is 8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA is $894,043 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $840,818 to $947,268. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA last sell?

8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA last sold on May 12, 1998 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA?

8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,608 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA built?

8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA?

8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA is assigned to Alameda Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Sussman Middle School (middle), rated B-; Downey High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Downey Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA compare to other homes in Downey 90242?

Among the 7,613 homes in Downey 90242, it is worth more than 78% of them ($894,043 against a typical $784,064), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($556 against a typical $565), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,608 ft² against a typical 1,425 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1941 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 56% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8539 Alameda St, Downey, CA was $4,330. The county assessed it at $331,014.

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