
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Golden Keys East Neighborhood of Chandler, AZ from $900 (65 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Golden Keys East area of Chandler.


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Avana River Ranch

Riviera Park

RIATA APARTMENTS

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Pinnacle Terrace

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Cantera

Lakeside

Vetra Chandler

Hohokam Villas

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Symphony

886 W Galveston St, Unit 109, Unit 109

The Linq

645 N Arrowhead Dr

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Montage at Pecos Ranch

635 N Arrowhead Dr

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The Met at Fashion Center

Marquis at Chandler

San Palmas

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Avana Coronado

1825 W Ray Rd, Unit 2040

886 W Galveston St, Unit 202

Kachina Apartments

255 S Kyrene Rd

1287 N Alma School Rd

Town Chandler
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Reflections at Gila Springs

Village at College Park

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Caldera

Mera Chandler 55+ Active Adult

500 N Gila Springs Blvd

Chandler Meadows

Gila Springs

859 W Ray Rd

Club Cancun

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1800 W Elliot Rd

Stone Oaks

Parklane Commons

Jefferson Chandler

Soleil

Dobson 2222

Monument Chandler

The Ventura
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Golden Keys East, Chandler, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Golden Keys East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Keys East Studio Apartments | $1,693 | $1,167 | $3,065 |
| Golden Keys East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $1,083 | $10,000+ |
| Golden Keys East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $1,283 | $7,573 |
| Golden Keys East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $1,799 | $10,000+ |
| Golden Keys East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,835 | $2,204 | $4,885 |
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There are currently 65 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Golden Keys East Neighborhood of Chandler, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Golden Keys East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Golden Keys East area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Strada priced from $1,139. Gila Springs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Golden Keys East apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strada | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,139 |
| Gila Springs | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Avana Chandler | 1x1 710 Sophisticated | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Riviera Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Avana River Ranch | Arroyo Sophisticated | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Pinnacle Terrace | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $1,296 |
| Cantera | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,301 |
| Lakeside | Tahoe | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Towne Square Apartment Homes | The Mesquite | 1BR,1BA | $1,344 |
| RIATA APARTMENTS | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Golden Keys East, AZ
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Golden Keys East area is the $1.66 price per square foot Capistrano Model at Reflections at Gila Springs in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,915. The second greatest value Golden Keys East apartment is the B6 with Attached Garage Model at Montage at Pecos Ranch starting at $1,795 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Golden Keys East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Reflections at Gila Springs | Capistrano | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Montage at Pecos Ranch | B6 with Attached Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Soleil | B2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| San Cervantes | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Club Cancun | 2 Bed/2 Bath-Reno | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Parklane Commons | 2x2 Ar | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Trevi Apartment Homes | Lemoncello | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Hohokam Villas | Papago | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Pinnacle Terrace | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Avana Chandler | 1x1 710 Sophisticated | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Best Local Schools in Golden Keys East, Chandler, AZ
Kyrene De Las Brisas School
Kyrene Traditional - Sureno Campus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Golden Keys East Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Golden Keys East?
The cheapest apartment in Golden Keys East is Strada which is listed at $1,139, while the average apartment in Golden Keys East costs $3,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Golden Keys East?
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 Golden Keys East 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 Golden Keys East?
Cheap apartments in Golden Keys East have an average cost of $780 which is $2,820 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Golden Keys East.
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