Two river channels
The Rio Hondo and the San Gabriel River run in straight channels on either side of the city, forming its most distinctive boundaries.
Minimalist map poster · United States
Downey Map Poster & Print
33.9400° N / 118.1326° W
A southeast Los Angeles suburb between two rivers, framed by freeways and a regular street grid
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Downey in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Downey, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Downey at home
The map
About this Downey map poster
Downey lies in southeastern Los Angeles County, between the Rio Hondo to the west and the San Gabriel River to the east. From above, both rivers run in straight concrete channels, framing a city of regular suburban streets. The 5, 105 and 605 freeways pass through or along its edges, and wide boulevards cut across the grid in long lines.
The city has a notable place in aerospace history. The plant that operated here for decades worked on the Apollo program and the Space Shuttle, and the site is now home to the Columbia Memorial Space Center. Downey is also known for having the oldest operating McDonald's restaurant, which still keeps its original design.
A Downey map poster shows a classic Southern California suburb in clean, precise lines. The rivers make parallel boundaries, the freeways form strong diagonals and curves, and the grid of streets fills the space between them evenly. In black and white, the composition feels ordered and quietly graphic, a clear portrait of postwar Los Angeles.
- Population
- 114,000
- Coordinates
- 33.9400° N / 118.1326° W
- Elevation
- 36 m
- Time zone
- Los Angeles
- Region
- Downey, California
Freeway lines
The 5, 105 and 605 freeways cross or border Downey, their long curves and interchanges standing out against the regular street grid.
Aerospace site
The former aerospace plant, linked to Apollo and the Space Shuttle, occupies a large area that now includes the Columbia Memorial Space Center.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Downey
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Downey
A map that means something
Downey is a hometown for many families in southeast Los Angeles, and a place with real stories behind it. Its map is a simple, personal way to keep it close.
Personalise the title, subtitle and coordinates line with a street, a year or a family name, and choose from five styles: Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand.
Order the Downey posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Downey map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Downey poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Downey poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Downey poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Downey poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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