Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carefree, AZ from $1,000 (57 Rentals)

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Alta Vista
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alta Vista

7234 E Cave Creek RdCarefree, AZ 85377

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IMT Desert Ridge
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$1,320 - $2,250
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IMT Desert Ridge

21155 N 56th StPhoenix, AZ 85054
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Catherine Townhomes
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$1,489 - $4,685
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Catherine Townhomes

17212 N Scottsdale RdScottsdale, AZ 85255
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Alta Dove Valley
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$1,602 - $3,132
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Alta Dove Valley

2725 W Dove Valley RdPhoenix, AZ 85085
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Sunela
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$1,634 - $4,065
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Sunela

20600 N 55th StPhoenix, AZ 85054
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Slate Scottsdale
$1,684 - $6,604
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Slate Scottsdale

18220 N 68th StPhoenix, AZ 85054
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Maxwell on 66th
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$1,691 - $3,417
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Maxwell on 66th

6611 E Mayo BlvdPhoenix, AZ 85054
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Azur
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$1,844 - $3,364
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$1,844 - $3,364
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Azur

20700 N 55th StPhoenix, AZ 85054
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The Beverly
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$2,034 - $6,531
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The Beverly

7395 E Legacy BlvdScottsdale, AZ 85255
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Desert Parks Vista
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Parks Vista

9393 E Palo Brea BndScottsdale, AZ 85255

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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 Cabana North Valley in the Deer Valley neighborhood priced from $1,083. Nova North Valley in the Deer Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,160. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carefree apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cabana North Valley0X1Studio,1BA$1,083
Nova North ValleyS1Studio,1BA$1,160
Monte ViejoE1E-HStudio,1BA$1,198
MAA FoothillsThe Rimrock1BR,1BA$1,239
Village Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,299
Marquis Sonoran Preserve1B1BR,1BA$1,300
Ninety DegreesE1Studio,1BA$1,330
The Place at Sonoran TrailsPoppy1BR,1BA$1,364
Acero North ValleyCambridge1BR,1BA$1,385
Las Colinas At Black Canyon2 Bed 1 Bath 1062 SqFt (942 Net)2BR,1BA$1,404

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carefree, AZ

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carefree area is the $1.88 price per square foot Palermo Model at Catherine Townhomes in the in the Sonoran Regional Core neighborhood starting from $2,521. The second greatest value Carefree apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at The Hillburn starting at $2,560 with a $1.93 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.
Catherine TownhomesPalermo3BR,3BA$1.88
The Hillburn2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.93
Sonoran Row Townhomes2 Bedroom/2 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.50
IMT Desert RidgeB42BR,2BA$1.90
EDGE at GrayhawkTesero1BR,1.5BA$1.83
Las Colinas At Black Canyon2 Bed 1 Bath 1062 SqFt (942 Net)2BR,1BA$1.49
Acero North ValleyCobalt1BR,1BA$1.80
MAA FoothillsThe Rimrock1BR,1BA$1.51
The Place at Sonoran TrailsPoppy1BR,1BA$1.71
Marquis Sonoran Preserve1A1BR,1BA$1.88

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $1,205 at Cabana North Valley.

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 $1,299 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 $1,955.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.