
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carefree, AZ from $1,113 (57 Rentals)
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36601 Mule Train Rd

37210 N Tranquil Trail

7402 Hum Rd, Unit 16

Alta Vista

7402 E Hum RD

Monte Viejo

Nova North Valley

Village Apartments

Ninety Degrees
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MAA Foothills

Canyon Crossroads

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IMT Desert Ridge

Las Colinas At Black Canyon

Marquis Sonoran Preserve

Shade at Desert Ridge

Harwood

The Place at Sonoran Trails

Acero North Valley

Desert Club
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Cielo at Tramonto

Azure Creek at Tatum Ranch

56 North

Avion on Legacy

One North Scottsdale Apartments

Marq Bronco Butte

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Catherine Townhomes

Refinery at Pointe17

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Alta Dove Valley

The View at Cascade
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Village at Sonoran Vista

EDGE at Grayhawk

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Sunela

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Montreux

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Slate Scottsdale

Elysium

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Azur

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Maxwell on 66th

Sonoran Row

Hideaway North Scottsdale
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The Beverly

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The Residences on High Street

5100 E Rancho Paloma Dr

The Hillburn

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6145 E Cave Creek Rd, Unit SI ID1546337P

Cabana North Valley

Desert Parks Vista

Rancho North

7017 E Bella Vista Dr

37801 N Cave Creek Rd
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Carefree, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carefree?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Carefree Studio Apartments | $1,636 | $1,113 | $2,085 |
| Cheap Carefree 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $1,130 | $3,401 |
| Cheap Carefree 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,228 | $1,259 | $5,056 |
| Cheap Carefree 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,525 | $1,767 | $3,645 |
| Cheap Carefree 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,275 | $1,949 | $6,896 |
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Cheapest Available Carefree Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carefree, AZ is a Studio unit found at Cabana North Valley in the Deer Valley neighborhood priced from $1,083. Monte Viejo in the North Phoenix neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,183. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carefree apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabana North Valley | 0X1 | Studio,1BA | $1,083 |
| Monte Viejo | A1I-L | 1BR,1BA | $1,183 |
| Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Ninety Degrees | E3 | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| MAA Foothills | The Silver Bell | 1BR,1BA | $1,254 |
| Nova North Valley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,267 |
| Canyon Crossroads | The Rombauer | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Marquis Sonoran Preserve | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
| Shade at Desert Ridge | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| Las Colinas At Black Canyon | 2 Bed 1 Bath 1062 SqFt (942 Net) | 2BR,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carefree, AZ
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carefree area is the $1.61 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 7402 E Hum RD in the in the North Scottsdale neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Carefree apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath 1644 SqFt Garage (1509 Net) Model at Las Colinas At Black Canyon starting at $2,646 with a $1.75 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7402 E Hum RD | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Las Colinas At Black Canyon | 3 Bed 2 Bath 1644 SqFt Garage (1509 Net) | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Sonoran Row | A | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.58 |
| EDGE at Grayhawk | Tesero | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Cielo at Tramonto | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Ascent North Scottsdale | The Bell | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Marquis Sonoran Preserve | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Canyon Crossroads | The Rombauer | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Nova North Valley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| MAA Foothills | The Silver Bell | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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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 Cabana North Valley listed at $1,083.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carefree Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carefree Apartment is $1,151 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 $1,259 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 Ascent North Scottsdale and starts from $1,767.
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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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