12817 Blodgett Avenue
Downey, CA, 90242
$798,000
MLS: 26862965
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,278
Lot
0.12 ac
Year Built
1950
MLS #
26862965
Days on Market
6
Listed
Jul 22, 2026
Description
Tucked away on a charming street in Downey, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a versatile flex space is full of character, warmth, and opportunity. Lovingly owned by the same family since the 1960s, it has been the backdrop for decades of cherished memories. Now, it's ready for its next chapter. With solid bones and timeless appeal, this home offers the perfect canvas for a new owner to make it their own. The flexible layout lives larger than expected, easily accommodating work-from-home needs, a playroom, guest space, formal dining / entertainment room or additional living area. Thoughtful features add to its appeal, including original hardwood floors, a spacious primary ensuite with walk-in closet, a bright all-white galley kitchen, and a main bathroom complete with dual vanity and soaking tub. Outside, through the brand new sliders, enjoy a low-maintenance backyard complete with an exceptionally fruitful lemon tree, plus a detached two-car garage with exciting ADU potential. Tucked away in a peaceful location, you'll appreciate being just a short stroll from E.W. Ward Elementary School, public transit, shopping, and neighborhood dining. Brimming with potential, this is a rare opportunity to create a home that honors its past while embracing your vision for the future.
Location
Downey, Los Angeles County, CA 90242
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Vivian Chaing · Property Concierge
Listing information is provided courtesy of the Greater Antelope Valley Association of Realtors (GAVAR) and California Regional MLS (CRMLS). Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or by Mike Watson. All data, including square footage, lot size, room count, permits, and school assignment, should be independently verified. Properties shown may be listed by brokerages other than Keller Williams Realty. Listings are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice.
Payment estimate
$6,060
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $79,800 · Loan: $718,200
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.69% as of Aug 6, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $4,630
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $831
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $299
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Today's Rates
As of Aug 6, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.69%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.01%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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About the Antelope Valley
The Antelope Valley spans Lancaster, Palmdale, Quartz Hill, Rosamond, Lake Los Angeles, California City, Edwards AFB, and the Plant 42 aerospace corridor. Mike Watson is a lifelong AV resident and the #1 producing individual Realtor in the region by transaction count. Every active listing on this site is paired with a free market analysis tailored to the specific street, honest financing guidance (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable loans where the financing supports it), and side-by-side comparisons against the rest of the active inventory in your target ZIP.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Downey home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $27,930 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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