
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Santa Fe Neighborhood of Avondale, AZ from $600 (135 Rentals)
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1408 Casitas at Palm Valley

Mountain View

Coldwater Springs

FLATZ 623

522 N 4th St

The Peaks on 4th Apartments

Rio Santa Fe

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Ashton Pointe

Crystal Springs
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Newport

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Bella Mirage

Lennox

Zinc

The Stately Avondale

Avari Modern Apartments

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Broadstone Ascend

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Alta Avondale

Avondale Commons

Livano Avondale
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Sedona Peaks

Village at the BLVD

12 E Hill Dr

1640 N 125th Ln

11374 W Pima St

117 S 125th Ave

12554 W Indianola Ave

11381 W Yuma St

901 N 4th St

3506 N 130th Ave
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11235 W Hopi St

6 E Hill Dr

304 E Lawrence Blvd A, Unit A

12866 W Alvarado Rd

11591 W Hubbell St

11170 W Almeria Rd

11446 W Roanoke Dr

12218 W Cambridge Ave

12420 W Woodland Ave

Avalon Townhomes
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12363 W Jackson St

11837 W Flanagan St

11179 W Berkeley Rd

1701 S 113th Dr

10898 W Alvarado Rd

12170 W Joblanca Rd

11852 W Cambridge Ave

11440 W Sheridan St

11755 West Cocopah St

12613 W Indianola Ave
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Rancho Santa Fe, Avondale, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho Santa Fe?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Fe Studio Apartments | $1,253 | $1,099 | $1,588 |
| Rancho Santa Fe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $992 | $2,341 |
| Rancho Santa Fe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $1,099 | $2,718 |
| Rancho Santa Fe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $1,333 | $8,709 |
| Rancho Santa Fe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,028 | $2,924 | $3,084 |
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There are currently 135 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Rancho Santa Fe Neighborhood of Avondale, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Rancho Santa Fe Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho Santa Fe area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at FLATZ 623 priced from $1,048. Coldwater Springs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,051. Here are the most affordable Rancho Santa Fe apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| FLATZ 623 | Studio 568 | Studio,1BA | $1,048 |
| Coldwater Springs | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,051 |
| Desert Green Villas | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Sunset View | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Peaks on 4th Apartments | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,158 |
| Remington Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,172 |
| Rio Santa Fe | 1x1-707 | 1BR,1BA | $1,173 |
| Country Aire | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Crystal Springs | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Aldea at Estrella Falls | Plan A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho Santa Fe area is the $1.46 price per square foot Ventura Model at Ironwood Homes at River Run in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Rancho Santa Fe apartment is the 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at Canopy at The Trails Townhomes starting at $2,195 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Yucca District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Santa Fe apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ironwood Homes at River Run | Ventura | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
| Canopy at The Trails Townhomes | 3 Bed/2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
| Avalon Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2.5 bathroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
| The Douglas | A2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 1408 Casitas at Palm Valley | Renaissance | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Ashton Pointe | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Fairway Vistas Condominiums | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Desert Green Villas | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Aldea at Estrella Falls | Plan A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Coldwater Springs | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Rancho Santa Fe, Avondale, and the greater Phoenix area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho Santa Fe Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rancho Santa Fe?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rancho Santa Fe is under $1,199.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rancho Santa Fe?
The cheapest apartment in Rancho Santa Fe is Coldwater Springs which is listed at $1,051, while the average apartment in Rancho Santa Fe costs $3,046.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rancho Santa Fe?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 73 regular apartments in Rancho Santa Fe that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Rancho Santa Fe?
Cheap apartments in Rancho Santa Fe have an average cost of $159 which is $2,887 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rancho Santa Fe.
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