Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carefree, AZ from $900 (28 Rentals)

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Carefree, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carefree Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carefree, AZ is a Studio unit found at Monte Viejo in the North Phoenix neighborhood priced from $996. Cabana North Valley in the Deer Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carefree apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Monte ViejoE1A-DStudio,1BA$996
Cabana North Valley0X1Studio,1BA$1,099
Nova North ValleyS1Studio,1BA$1,196
Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,199
Marquis Sonoran Preserve1B1BR,1BA$1,260
MAA FoothillsThe Silver Bell1BR,1BA$1,351
Ninety DegreesE3Studio,1BA$1,355
Las Colinas At Black Canyon1 Bed 1 Bath 930 SqFt (759 Net)1BR,1BA$1,388
Alta Vista1x11BR,1BA$1,400
HarwoodS1Studio,1BA$1,446

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carefree, AZ

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carefree area is the $1.75 price per square foot Willow Model at The Place at Sonoran Trails in the in the Deer Valley neighborhood starting from $2,285. The second greatest value Carefree apartment is the 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Model at Sonoran Row Townhomes starting at $2,099 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Deer Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carefree apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Place at Sonoran TrailsWillow3BR,2BA$1.75
Sonoran Row Townhomes2 Bedroom/2 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.66
Hideaway North ScottsdaleJuniper2BR,2BA$1.78
Shade at Desert RidgeB32BR,2BA$1.69
Cielo at Tramonto2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.65
Cortland Desert RidgeMesquite2BR,2BA$1.77
Marquis Sonoran Preserve1A1BR,1BA$1.70
Las Colinas At Black Canyon1 Bed 1 Bath 930 SqFt (759 Net)1BR,1BA$1.83
Alta Vista1x11BR,1BA$1.92
MAA FoothillsThe Silver Bell1BR,1BA$1.89

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Carefree, AZ

Ranked #35

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Carefree, AZ

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carefree Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carefree?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carefree is at Monte Viejo listed at $996.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carefree Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carefree Apartment is $1,120 at Monte Viejo.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carefree Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carefree is starting from $1,327 at Monte Viejo.

What is the most affordable Carefree Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carefree Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Monte Viejo and starts from $1,750.

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