8041 Puritan Street, Downey, California 90242, Downey, 90242 - bed, bath
8041 Puritan Street
Downey, California 90242
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 8041 Puritan Street, Downey, California 90242 is currently available with a list price of $1,000,000. The property maintains a Good Condition Rating (78/100), reflecting solid structural condition with well-maintained systems. The property presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready home. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Downey Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is move-in ready.
The property is move-in ready and has undergone significant recent updates including remodeled kitchens, newer bamboo flooring, a newer roof, and updated forced air heating. Although built in 1980, the extensive capital improvements and well-maintained interior features such as the newer appliances and flooring align with the 'good' condition criteria.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Dual Income Potential
This duplex features two well-proportioned 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom units, making it an ideal investment for rental income or a primary residence with a mortgage-offsetting unit.
- Recent Capital Improvements
The property has been significantly updated with a newer roof, newer forced air heating, remodeled kitchens, and bamboo flooring, reducing the need for immediate post-purchase expenditures.
- Strategic Commuter Location
Situated in South Downey with easy access to the 105, 710, and 605 freeways, the location is highly attractive for tenants and owners who need to commute across Los Angeles County.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Lack of Central Cooling
While the property features updated heating, the absence of a central air conditioning system may be a significant drawback for occupants during the hot summer months in Downey.
- Alley-Access Limitations
The 2-car garage is accessed via an alley, which some buyers may perceive as less convenient or private than a traditional street-facing driveway.
About 8041 Puritan Street
Two units in one building. Each unit has 2 bedrooms 2 baths, inside laundry, dining room, remodeled kitchen, newer stove and refrigerator (8039), 2-car garage with alley access, ample yard between the garage and the unit, newer roof, newer forced air heating, newer flooring (bamboo flooring upstairs and stairwell on unit 8039). Solar-powered alley light above the garages. Located in South Downey area, north of 105 freeway, between 710 and 605 freeways, near stores, schools, churches, businesses, offices.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Year Built
- 1980
- Lot Size
- 5,780 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- -
- Total Bathrooms
- -
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | - | - | 50% |
| Baths | - | - | 50% |
| Square foot | 2,490 | 1,782 | 71% |
| Lot Size | 5,780 | 5,413 | 57% |
| Price | $1.00M | $1.00M | 50% |
| Price per sq ft | $402 | $634 | 29% |
| Built year | 1980 | 1959 | 86% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 31 | 192 | 14% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Feb 3, 2026
$1,000,000
Initial Listing