Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Montecito Estates Neighborhood of El Mirage, AZ from $400 (18 Rentals)

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Bell Mirage Estates
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bell Mirage Estates

16629 N Greasewood StSurprise, AZ 85378

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North Edge Phoenix
1 Bedroom Apartments

North Edge Phoenix

12440 N 113th AveYoungtown, AZ 85363
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Youngtown Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Youngtown Flats

12600 N 113th AveYoungtown, AZ 85363

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Montecito Estates, El Mirage, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Montecito Estates Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Montecito Estates area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Fountains at Lake Pleasant priced from $999. Casa del Rio has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,157. Here are the most affordable Montecito Estates apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Fountains at Lake PleasantNewport1BR,1BA$999
Casa del RioOcotillo II1BR,1BA$1,157
Youngtown FlatsA21BR,1BA$1,169
The Gardens at ImmanuelOne Bedroom x 1 Bath - Double Occupancy1BR,1BA$1,306
Alta SurpriseE1Studio,1BA$1,320

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montecito Estates, AZ

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montecito Estates area is the $1.50 price per square foot Haven Model at Townhomes at Sunnyside in the in the Regal at Veramonte neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Montecito Estates apartment is the The Atlanta Model at Town Surprise starting at $1,849 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Heritage at Royal Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montecito Estates apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townhomes at SunnysideHaven3BR,2.5BA$1.50
Town SurpriseThe Atlanta2BR,2.5BA$1.54
11101 W Montana Ave, Unit 11101 B11101 W Montana Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
The Place At The Fountains At Sun CitySequoia2BR,2BA$1.34
The Village at West PointVeneto2BR,1BA$1.58
Jovial2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.83
Canyon Ridge Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1.74
11350 W Tennessee Ave, Unit 1611350 W Tennessee Ave2BR,1BA$1.66
Harmony at SurpriseVitality1BR,1BA$1.92
Youngtown FlatsA21BR,1BA$1.81

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Montecito Estates, El Mirage, AZ

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in El Mirage, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around the Montecito Estates Neighborhood in El Mirage, AZ

Walk Score®

18 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montecito Estates Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Montecito Estates?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Montecito Estates is at Alta Surprise listed at $1,320.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Estates Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Estates Apartment is $999 at The Fountains at Lake Pleasant.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Montecito Estates Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montecito Estates is starting from $1,373 at The Place At The Fountains At Sun City.

What is the most affordable Montecito Estates Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Montecito Estates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avilla Grand and starts from $1,870.

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