Downey, CA Neighborhood
Is Orange Estates East a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe442
Medium383
Low621
Other1681
45 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape11
Child involved34
Assault4
Other3
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported dispute between neighbors near Verdura Ave, where one person was reportedly yelling and getting in the other’s face during an argument about pets. | Verdura Ave, Paramount, CA | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a sick person required basic life support near Rosecrans Avenue and South Gridley Road. Engine 20 was dispatched for the response. | Rosecrans Ave, Norwalk, CA 90650 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies conduct a traffic stop near Live Oak Street and Atlantic Avenue on a vehicle possibly linked to a reported stolen license plate and a 2013 Hyundai. | Live Oak St & Atlantic Ave, Cudahy, CA 90201 | Stolen Vehicle |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported the situation was under control after a possible vandalism call near Adams Street and Paramount Boulevard in Paramount, California. | Adams St & Paramount Blvd, Paramount, CA 90723 | Property Damage |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine squad 50 is dispatched to a possible stroke at the main entrance of a casino near Telegraph Road and (number withheld) Way Avenue. | Telegraph Rd, Commerce, CA 90040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies and medical units respond to a possible overdose involving a man in his 20s in a rear alley near Adams Street and Georgia Avenue in Paramount. | Adams St & Georgia Ave, Paramount, CA 90723 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reported a possible overdose involving a man in his twenties near Adams Street and Georgia Avenue in Paramount, with units responding emergency code 3 to the rear alley area by a bicycle. | Adams St & Georgia Ave, Paramount, CA 90723 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies received a report of about five gunshots heard from the alley behind a location near Rosecrans Ave near Madrid Ave in Norwalk. A second caller reported a male wearing a dark hoodie and shorts on a scooter possibly involved, last seen heading toward the “Disney” area. | Rosecrans Ave, Norwalk, CA 90650 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible traffic collision near Otis Avenue and Salt Lake Avenue in Cudahy. The incident was initially reported as an auto-versus-pedestrian crash but was then clarified as a regular traffic collision, and the ambulance was canceled with the person apparently leaving against medical advice. | Otis Ave & Salt Lake Ave, Cudahy, CA 90201 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders were advised to cancel the ambulance after an apparent minor traffic collision near Otis and Salt Lake in Cudahy. | Otis / Salt Lake, Cudahy, CA 90201 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$1,494,687
Average Rent
$4,213
Vacancy Rate
6.7%
Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
Orange Estates East is an urban neighborhood in Downey, California with a median home price of $1,494,687 and average rent of $4,213. It is wealthier than most neighborhoods in California and the U.S.
The housing stock includes medium to large single-family homes and apartments, mostly built between 1940 and 1999. Vacancy rates are moderate at 6.7%.
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Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 6.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Orange Estates East features mostly medium to large single-family homes and apartments with majority owner occupancy and moderate vacancy.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Majority |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Housing includes larger homes in a well-established neighborhood.
No children live below the poverty line, indicating economic stability.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is wealthy with a diverse population and a strong professional workforce.
Diverse Languages — English is most common, with significant Spanish, Korean, Arabic, and Chinese speakers.
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 52.4% |
|---|---|
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 52.4% |
|---|---|
| Top Ancestries | Mexican (38.0%), Asian (14.9%), Arab (8.9%), Cuban (6.0%), South American (3.9%) |
| Foreign Born | 38.0% |
| Languages Spoken | English (43.0%), Spanish, Korean (6.6%), Arabic, Chinese |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with shorter commute times than average.
Commutes are generally shorter and less burdensome than in many U.S. neighborhoods.
Car Reliance — Majority drive alone but commute times are relatively short.
Efficient Commutes — Most residents spend less than 30 minutes commuting.
| Drive Alone Rate | 68.6% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 12.8% |
| Main Commute Time | 15 to 30 minutes |
Homes for sale near 90240
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Orange Estates East?
The median home price is $1,494,687.
What languages are commonly spoken here?
English, Spanish, Korean, Arabic, and Chinese are common.
What is the childhood poverty rate?
0.0%, lower than all U.S. neighborhoods.