
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Santa Fe Neighborhood of Avondale, AZ from $600 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Rancho Santa Fe area of Avondale.


Mountain View

Ashton Pointe

FLATZ 623

Bella Mirage

Coldwater Springs
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526 N 4th St

Newport

Rio Santa Fe

1408 Casitas at Palm Valley
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Remington Ranch

Park Shadows

Country Aire

1737 N Central Ave

Desert Green Villas
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4140 N 104th Dr

1737 N Central Ave
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 | $1,189 | $1,020 | $1,649 |
| Rancho Santa Fe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $1,069 | $2,953 |
| Rancho Santa Fe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $1,150 | $2,942 |
| Rancho Santa Fe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $1,600 | $3,671 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 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 1 Bed unit found at Ashton Pointe priced from $1,069. Sunset View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,089. Here are the most affordable Rancho Santa Fe apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Pointe | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
| Sunset View | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,089 |
| Bella Mirage | Cascade | 1BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Cabana Bullard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,114 |
| Coldwater Springs | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
| Mountain View | One Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Newport | Carmel | Studio,1BA | $1,152 |
| Remington Ranch | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Rio Santa Fe | 1x1-707 | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Park Shadows | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,189 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Fe, AZ
As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Santa Fe area is the $1.44 price per square foot Santa Barbara Model at Ironwood Homes at River Run in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Rancho Santa Fe apartment is the 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at Canopy at The Trails Townhomes starting at $2,044 with a $1.36 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 | Santa Barbara | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| Canopy at The Trails Townhomes | 3 Bed/2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Avalon Townhomes | Indigo | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.52 |
| Residences at Palm Valley | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 1408 Casitas at Palm Valley | Renaissance with Den | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Club at Coldwater Springs | Killarney | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Fairway Vistas Condominiums | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Desert Green Villas | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Aldea at Estrella Falls | Plan A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Desert Sage | Desert Sky | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRancho Santa Fe, Avondale, AZ
Ranked #6
Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Rancho Santa Fe, Avondale, AZ
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School
Agua Fria High School
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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!
Getting Around the Rancho Santa Fe Neighborhood in Avondale, AZ
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 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 $1,189.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rancho Santa Fe?
The cheapest apartment in Rancho Santa Fe is Ashton Pointe which is listed at $1,069, while the average apartment in Rancho Santa Fe costs $2,077.
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 26 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 $142 which is $1,935 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rancho Santa Fe.
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