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- 1–3 Bedrooms
- $1,450–$2,317Rent Pricing
- 759–1,262Square Feet
Rent Specials
Receive 6 weeks of free rent and a waived security deposit (O.A.C.) on select apartment homes.
About Cortland Desert Ridge
With easy access to Downtown Phoenix, Tempe, and Scottsdale, our apartments near Desert Ridge are your connection to Phoenix living. Designer features like nine-foot ceilings with crown molding and wood-style flooring will make you proud to call any of our spacious one, two, and three-bedroom Desert Ridge apartments in AZ home. Convenience to major employers like American Express and Mayo Clinic Hospital makes your everyday commute a breeze. And when you’re considering your weekend plans, you have plenty of options nearby. Cross a few errands off your list at Desert Ridge Marketplace, spend a sunny afternoon exploring Paradise Valley Park, or take a scenic hike up Pinnacle Peak. Then, drive into Downtown Phoenix, Tempe, or Scottsdale to explore their entertainment and nightlife hotspots. No matter what your day looks like, you’ll come home to the hospitality and service of a community team dedicated to you.
Cortland Desert Ridge is located in the Paradise Valley North Neighborhood and 85050 Zip code of Phoenix, AZ. This community is professionally managed by Cortland
Unique Features and Amenities
- 24/7 Fitness Center
- Additional Outdoor Storage
- Additional Storage
- Adventure Playground
- Amazon Package Lockers
- Community Wifi
- Coworking Space With WiFi
- Cozy Fireplaces *
- Deep-soaking Bathtubs With Tile Surround
- Digital, Programmable Thermostats
- Elevate Fitness Experience and Free Group Classes
- Gated, Limited-Access Community
- Granite Countertops
- Handicap Accessible
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Laundry In Unit
- Living Room And Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Newly-Renovated 24/7 Fitness Center
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
- On-Site Management
- Outdoor Kitchen with Gas Grills
- Package Acceptance
- Picnic/bbq Area
- Planned Resident Social Events
- Poolside Lounge with a Fire Pit
- Private, Detached Garages Available
- Resident Clubhouse
- Resident Clubhouse With A Coffee Bar And Billiards
- Smoke-Free Cortland Community
- Two Resort-Style Pools And A Heated Spa
- Wood-burning fireplace*
- Wood-Style Flooring
Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability
Cortland Desert Ridge offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,450 and having 759–1,262 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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1 Bedroom
From $1,450
Agave
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 759 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,470 Available Now 3063 759 $1,495 Available Now 3051 759 $1,495 Available Now 3038 759 Model Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Model Rent and Fees
Price Range
- $1,450 - $3,882
Rent Pricing
- $1,470 - $1,495
Unit 3063 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Unit 3063 Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,470
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,450 - $3,882
Unit 3051 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Unit 3051 Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,495
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,450 - $3,882
Unit 3038 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Unit 3038 Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,495
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,450 - $3,882
Apartment Model: AgaveFrom $1,4501 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 759 sq ftAvailable NowAgave - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 3063Apartment Model: Agave$1,4701 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 759 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 3051Apartment Model: Agave$1,4951 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 759 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 3038Apartment Model: Agave$1,4951 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 759 sq ftAvailable Now2 Bedrooms
From $1,901
Mesquite
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1087 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Floorplan View Details $1,901 Available Now 2116 1087 $1,911 Available Now 3057 1087 $1,931 August 29, 2025 1107 1087 Model Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Model Rent and Fees
Price Range
- $1,901 - $4,829
Rent Pricing
- $1,901 - $1,931
Unit 2116 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Unit 2116 Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,901
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,901 - $4,829
Unit 3057 Gallery
Floorplans
Unit 3057 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Unit 3057 Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,911
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,901 - $4,829
Unit 1107 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Unit 1107 Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,931
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $1,901 - $4,829
Apartment Model: MesquiteFrom $1,9012 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1087 sq ftAvailable NowMesquite - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 2116Apartment Model: Mesquite$1,9012 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1087 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 3057Apartment Model: Mesquite$1,9112 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1087 sq ftAvailable NowUnit: 3057 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 1107Apartment Model: Mesquite$1,9312 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1087 sq ftAvailable August 29, 20253 Bedrooms
From $2,262
Ocotillo
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1262 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Floorplan View Details $2,287 Available Now 2081 1262 $2,317 Available Now 1093 1262 $2,262 August 28, 2025 2046 1262 Model Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Model Rent and Fees
Price Range
- $2,262 - $5,763
Rent Pricing
- $2,262 - $2,317
Unit 2081 Gallery
Floorplans
Unit 2081 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Unit 2081 Rent and Fees
Price
- $2,287
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $2,262 - $5,763
Unit 1093 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Unit 1093 Rent and Fees
Price
- $2,317
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $2,262 - $5,763
Unit 2046 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- In-Home, Full-Size Wash/Dryer
- Living Room and Bedroom Ceiling Fans
- Nine-Foot Ceilings with Crown Molding
Unit 2046 Rent and Fees
Price
- $2,262
Model Rent and Fees
Price
- $2,262 - $5,763
Apartment Model: OcotilloFrom $2,2623 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1262 sq ftAvailable NowOcotillo - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 2081Apartment Model: Ocotillo$2,2873 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1262 sq ftAvailable NowUnit: 2081 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 1093Apartment Model: Ocotillo$2,3173 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1262 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 2046Apartment Model: Ocotillo$2,2623 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1262 sq ftAvailable August 28, 2025
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Property Information
- 264 Units
- 2 Stories
- Built in 1992
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Lease Terms
- Available months 3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15
Pet Policy
Pet Policy - Cats
- $250 Fee
- 80 Lb Weight Limit
- 2 Pet Limit
- Pets Allowed
- $40 Monthly Pet Rent
Pet Policy - Dogs
- Pets Allowed
- $250 Fee
- 80 Lb Weight Limit
- $40 Monthly Pet Rent
- 2 Pet Limit
- Each Apartment May Have A Maximum Of Two Total Cats Or Dogs, With A Weight Limit Of 80 Pounds Per Pet. Certain Aggressive Dog Breeds, Including Mixed Breeds, Are Not Permitted. Restricted Breeds/Mixes Include But Are Not Limited To: Rottweiler, Chow, Presa Canario, Doberman, Akita, Pit Bull (Also Known As American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Or Pit Bull Terrier), Cane Corso, Or Any Mastiff Breed. Any Animals That Are Not Cats Or Dogs Must Continually Stay In A Cage Or Tank
Parking Fees & Info
Parking Surface
- Surface Lot
- Surface Fee: $10 /Mo
Parking Garage
- Garage Fee: $125 /Mo
Storage Fees & Info
Storage Unit
- $50/MO
Fee & Deposit Info
Recurring Fees
- $125 Garage Fee
- $10 Surface Fee
One-Time Fees
- $225 Admin Fee
- $55 Application Fee
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Features and Amenities
On-Site Services
- Maintenance On Site
- Package Service
- Planned Social Activities
- Property Manager On Site
- Pet Play Area
- Renters Insurance Program
- 24 Hour Access
Community Features
- Walk Up
- Lounge
- Clubhouse
Outdoor Features
- Grill
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
- Cabana
- Picnic Area
- Controlled Access
- Patio
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Playground
- Pool
Interior Features
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Ceiling Fans
- Fireplace
- High Speed Internet Access
- Tub/Shower
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Wi Fi
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Smoke Free
Kitchen Amenities
- Disposal
- Freezer
- Refrigerator
- Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Granite Countertops
Living Area Features
- Walk In Closets
- Crown Molding
- Dining Room
- Built In Bookshelves
- Vinyl Flooring
- Linen Closet
- Views
- Large Bedrooms

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- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical

Map
Hours and Contact Info
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
Wednesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
Thursday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
Friday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
Saturday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
Sunday | Closed |
Getting Around
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cortland Desert Ridge
Where is Cortland Desert Ridge located?
Cortland Desert Ridge is located at 4750 E Union Hills Dr near the Paradise Valley North area of Phoenix, AZ
What is the current rent range at Cortland Desert Ridge?
1 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Cortland Desert Ridge currently range from $1,450 to $2,317
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for Cortland Desert Ridge are
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Wednesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Thursday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Sunday Closed
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Are there any rent specials?
The current rent special at Cortland Desert Ridge is: Receive 6 weeks of free rent and a waived security deposit (O.A.C.) on select apartment homes..
Lifestyle Ratings
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Verified Renter
July 7, 2025Diverse community dedicated to residents satisfaction . Great location, pleasing appearance, great amenities.Review from Apartments.com
Verified Renter
July 3, 2025I have been living in the complex for several years and i am very satisfied with the quick service, environment and social areas. ThanksReview from Apartments.com
Verified Renter
June 9, 2025Cortland Desert Ridge is a Very Good Complex to live in.Property Manager Responded
June 25, 2025Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re glad to hear you’re enjoying your experience at Cortland Desert Ridge. If there’s ever anything we can do to make your time here even better, please don’t hesitate to reach out! –The Cortland Desert Ridge team
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Verified Renter
June 2, 2025There is friendly quick service repairs. The apartments are spacious and relatively quiet.Property Manager Responded
June 30, 2025Thank you for the great feedback! We’re so glad to hear you’re enjoying the spacious layout and the quick, friendly service from our service team. It’s also wonderful to know you’re finding the community to be a quiet and comfortable place to call home. We're always here if you need anything! – The Cortland Desert Ridge team
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Verified Renter
May 16, 2025My living experience at Cortland Desert Ridge have been excellent. There is nice recreational area. The services that have been provided are awesome. ThanksProperty Manager Responded
May 23, 2025Hi neighbor, We sincerely appreciate that you took the time to let us know that you are enjoying living here at Cortland Desert Ridge! As always, please feel free to contact any of us if we can help you with anything. Thank you, Amy S., Community Manager
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Verified Renter
March 31, 2025This is a great place to live. The surroundings are clean and beautiful. Good neighbors too.Review from Apartments.com
Verified Renter
March 31, 2025Cortland Desert Ridge is a modern luxury apartment community nestled in the vibrant Desert Ridge neighborhood in north Phoenix, Arizona. Located at the intersection of Tatum & Union Hills Dr it is a natural beauty, this upscale residential complex offers residents a blend of contemporary living and desert charm. The property features a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans, ranging from spacious one bedroom to expansive three-bedroom apartments, each boasting high-end finishes and ...state-of-the-art amenities. Residents enjoy access to resort-style facilities, including a sparkling pool with cabanas, a fully equipped fitness center, and outdoor lounges perfect for soaking in the Arizona sunshine. The community's prime location puts it within a short distance of the Desert Ridge Marketplace, offering an array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Nature enthusiasts appreciate the proximity to hiking trails and golf courses, while commuters benefit from easy access to major highways. With its emphasis on comfort, style, and a dynamic lifestyle, Cortland Desert Ridge has become a sought-after address for those seeking a premium living experience in North Phoenix, combining the best of urban sophistication with the serene beauty of the Sonoran Desert.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Verified Renter
March 31, 2025I highly recommend Cortland properties. Staff is great and any maintenance issues you may have are taken care of in a reasonable time frame which is nice. Units have a comfortable welcome home feel that other complexes do not. Grounds and amenities are cleaned regularly I checked out several complexes in the area when I was looking to rent and Cortland Properties was the bestReview from Apartments.com
Verified Renter
March 31, 2025Cortland Desert Ridge is a safe and comfortable living situation.Review from Apartments.com
Verified Renter
March 31, 2025As opposed to other apts. I have lived in, Cortland has surpassed all of them in my opinion.Review from Apartments.com
Verified Renter
March 31, 2025Compared to the options in the area, Cortland Desert Ridge Apartments have been the best place for us. They are reasonably priced, provide higher quality service and appliances, located in a convenient yet private part of Phoenix, and don't feel too crowded.Review from Apartments.com
Verified Renter
March 31, 2025Location is great! Noise is kept at a minimum/is rarely a concern. The apartment interiors are new and feel luxurious.Review from Apartments.com
Nearby Schools
Paradise Valley High School
Quail Run Elementary School
Sunrise Middle School
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Shopping Centers
Cortland Desert Ridge has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.
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Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Phoenix Studio Apartments | $1,388 | $420 | $5,616 |
Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $670 | $10,000+ |
Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,038 | $799 | $10,000+ |
Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,609 | $775 | $10,000+ |
Phoenix 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $725 | $10,000+ |
Phoenix 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,251 | $999 | $10,000+ |
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