Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chandler Neighborhood of Chandler, AZ from $600 (7 Rentals)

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Chandler Gardens
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Chandler Gardens

300 E Commonwealth AveChandler, AZ 85225

Downtown Chandler, Chandler, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Chandler Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Chandler area of Chandler, AZ is a Studio unit found at Artisan at Downtown Chandler priced from $949. The Fairways at San Marcos Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,188. Here are the most affordable Downtown Chandler apartments for rent in Chandler, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Artisan at Downtown Chandler327 Studio - UpgradedStudio,1BA$949
The Fairways at San Marcos ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,188
Sky At Chandler Airpark1 Bed 1 Bath 673 SqFt (562 Net)1BR,1BA$1,298

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chandler, AZ

As of October 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chandler area is the $1.26 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bathroom W/ Attached Garage Model at San Stefano Townhomes in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Downtown Chandler apartment is the B5.1 Model at Olympus Chandler at the Park starting at $2,752 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Chandler apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
San Stefano TownhomesThree Bedroom Two Bathroom W/ Attached Garage3BR,2.5BA$1.26
Olympus Chandler at the ParkB5.12BR,2BA$2.17
ZaterraL22BR,2BA$1.86
The Plaza TaosKeystone2BR,2BA$1.59
GreentreeB22BR,2BA$1.73
Hamilton Commons2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.57
Stonebridge Ranch ApartmentsTranquility1BR,1BA$1.81
Parklane Commons1x1Ac1BR,1BA$1.91
The Fairways at San Marcos ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.74
The Laurel ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Chandler, Chandler, 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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Arizona and customized analysis for Central Chandler. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Downtown Chandler Neighborhood in Chandler, AZ

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Chandler Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Chandler?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Chandler is under $1,438.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Chandler?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Chandler is Artisan at Downtown Chandler which is listed at $1,149, while the average apartment in Downtown Chandler costs $2,238.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Chandler?

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 19 regular apartments in Downtown Chandler 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 Downtown Chandler?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Chandler have an average cost of $225 which is $2,013 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Chandler.

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