
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Golden Keys East Neighborhood of Chandler, AZ from $900 (64 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Golden Keys East area of Chandler.


859 W Ray Rd

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Avana River Ranch

Kachina Apartments

Riviera Park

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Avana Chandler

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Hohokam Villas

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Sunrise in Chandler Apartments

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Avana Coronado

Symphony

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Montage at Pecos Ranch

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1825 W Ray Rd, Unit 2040

255 S Kyrene Rd

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Avant at Fashion Center

Lakeside

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Caldera

1351 N Pleasant Dr, Unit Chandler 2 Bd, 1.5 Ba

1351 N Pleasant Dr

Town Chandler

Mera Chandler 55+ Active Adult

1287 N Alma School Rd
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Reflections at Gila Springs

1351 N Pleasant Dr

Chandler Meadows

859 W Ray Rd

Gila Springs

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Camden Pecos Ranch

822 W Knox Rd

Jefferson Chandler

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Soleil

Dobson 2222

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 | $1,679 | $1,552 | $2,399 |
| Golden Keys East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,141 | $10,000+ |
| Golden Keys East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,222 | $1,254 | $10,000+ |
| Golden Keys East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,139 | $1,603 | $10,000+ |
| Golden Keys East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $2,522 | $4,119 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 64 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 2 Beds unit found at 859 W Ray Rd priced from $1,050. Avana River Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,141. Here are the most affordable Golden Keys East apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 859 W Ray Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Avana River Ranch | Cimarron Sophisticated | 1BR,1BA | $1,141 |
| Strada | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,184 |
| Riviera Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Allure at Tempe Apartments | Agave | 2BR,2BA | $1,254 |
| Parklane Commons | 1x1Ac | 1BR,1BA | $1,294 |
| Towne Square Apartment Homes | The Mesquite | 1BR,1BA | $1,329 |
| Avana Chandler | 1x1 710 Sophisticated | 1BR,1BA | $1,329 |
| Hohokam Villas | Papago | 1BR,1BA | $1,354 |
| Arches at Hidden Creek | 1A Renovation 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,368 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Golden Keys East, AZ
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Golden Keys East area is the $1.59 price per square foot Two Bedroom/Two Bath Model at San Cervantes in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,814. The second greatest value Golden Keys East apartment is the B2 Renovated Model at Soleil starting at $1,724 with a $1.63 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Cervantes | Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Soleil | B2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Reflections at Gila Springs | Venetian | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Kachina Apartments | Pila | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Lazo Apartments | Edwards | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| San Capella | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Hohokam Villas | Papago | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 859 W Ray Rd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Trevi Apartment Homes | Amaretto | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Parklane Commons | 1x1Ac | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Golden Keys East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Golden Keys East is under $1,368.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Golden Keys East?
The cheapest apartment in Golden Keys East is Avana River Ranch which is listed at $1,141, while the average apartment in Golden Keys East costs $7,620.
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 24 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 $766 which is $6,854 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Golden Keys East.
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