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Cortaro, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cortaro Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortaro, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Catalina Canyon in the Mariposa Trail neighborhood priced from $880. Saddle Ridge in the La Canada - Magee neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortaro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Catalina CanyonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
Saddle RidgeS1: 0 Bed 1 BathStudio,1BA$895
Enclave at the Foothills0S | Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,005
Cantera1B | One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,056
Villas at Montebella1A | One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,069

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortaro, AZ and Nearby

As of May 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cortaro area is the $1.12 price per square foot 3 Bedroom with Loft-1735SF Model at Cortaro Point in the in the Lyric at Ironwood Reserve neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Cortaro apartment is the B1 Model at San Luciano Townhomes starting at $1,750 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Mariposa Trail neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortaro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cortaro Point3 Bedroom with Loft-1735SF3BR,2.5BA$1.12
San Luciano TownhomesB12BR,2.5BA$1.46
Siena Villas2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.16
Oro VistaEl Platino2BR,2BA$1.43
Equestrian3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.55
Encantada Continental ReserveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.51
Villas at Montebella1A | One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Dorinda Vista ApartmentsSedona1BR,1BA$1.46
Le Mirage ApartmentsSausalito2BR,2BA$1.54
Catalina CanyonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cortaro

What type of rentals are currently available in Cortaro?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Cortaro, AZ with pricing that ranges from $880 to $3,915. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cortaro ranging from $1,650 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cortaro?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cortaro ranges from $1,650 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,325.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cortaro?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cortaro range from $1,344 to $2,399, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,487.

Expert Rental Resources

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