
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Maricopa, AZ from $700 (79 Rentals)
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Oasis at the Wells

FLATZ 520

Horizon at the Wells

Overland Flats

Waterman Senior Apartments

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Copa Flats

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Bungalows on Bowlin

Honeycutt Run

Ironwood Ranch Apartments
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The Ranches at Gunsmoke

19550 N Gunsmoke Rd

39696 W Lococo St

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Alto

Home at Maricopa

35770 W Velazquez Dr

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Virata

Saddleback Village at Stonegate Townhomes

19464 N Smith Dr

40768 W Sanders Way
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47662 W Mellen Ln

37517 W La Paz St

19781 N Lauren Rd

35522 W San Capistrano Ave

35396 W San Capistrano Ave

35579 W San Capistrano Ave

37020 W Mondragone Ln

37088 W Amalfi Ave

EVR Porter

18472 N Salerno Dr
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21338 Keystone Dr

17373 N Costa Brava Ave

35641 W Costa Blanca Dr

Hampton Edison

46110 W Sheridan Rd

22693 N Davis Way

43762 W Carey Dr

17878 N Pietra Rd

37128 W Mondragone Ln

19270 N Costa Verdez Ave
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18671 N Madison Rd

19139 N Marbella Ave

Innovation Villas at West Maricopa Village

21080 N Wilford Ave

18363 N Betty Ct

51542 W Blue Jay St

36837 W Mediterranean Way

45811 W Amsterdam Rd

42291 W Desert Fairways Dr

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Maricopa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Maricopa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Maricopa Studio Apartments | $1,251 | $950 | $1,539 |
| Cheap Maricopa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $719 | $1,869 |
| Cheap Maricopa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $1,070 | $2,716 |
| Cheap Maricopa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,823 | $1,360 | $5,603 |
| Cheap Maricopa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $1,750 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Maricopa, AZ
Pricing Updated: 04/23/2026Current apartment rentals in the Maricopa, AZ area range in price from $719 to $4,638 with an overall median price of $2,621. The three Maricopa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Calabria At Tortossa at $1,349, Colony at San Tan Heights at $719, and Heritage at Glennwilde at $719. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Maricopa Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calabria At Tortossa | $1,604 | $1,349 | 40 |
| Colony at San Tan Heights | $1,750 | $719 | 69 |
| Heritage at Glennwilde | $1,956 | $719 | 113 |
| Silver Meadows @ Alterra | $1,956 | $719 | 113 |
| Vintage at Glennwilde | $1,956 | $719 | 113 |
| Silver Oak at Glennwilde | $4,565 | $719 | 116 |
| Wildflower at Senita | $4,565 | $719 | 148 |
Cheapest Available Maricopa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Maricopa, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Oasis at the Wells in the South Phoenix neighborhood priced from $719. Tierra Pointe Apartments in the Terra Buena at Tamaron neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Maricopa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis at the Wells | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $719 |
| Tierra Pointe Apartments | STD INT-G | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Aspen Court | 1 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Bella Vista | Palo Verde | 2BR,2BA | $1,050 |
| Quail Gardens | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| FLATZ 520 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,098 |
| Horizon at the Wells | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Center Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Overland Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,123 |
| Desert Sands | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,126 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maricopa, AZ
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Maricopa area is the $1.23 price per square foot Juniper Model at Agave House in the in the Martin Valley neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Maricopa apartment is the Capistrano Model at Reflections at Gila Springs starting at $1,915 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Maricopa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agave House | Juniper | 4BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Reflections at Gila Springs | Capistrano | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Bella Vista | Saguaro | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Alto | Ballad ADA | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Ironwood Ranch Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| The Ranches at Gunsmoke | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Desert Sands | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Villa Granada Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Horizon at the Wells | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Aspen Court | 1 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Maricopa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Maricopa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Maricopa is under $1,126.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Maricopa?
The cheapest apartment in Maricopa is Oasis at the Wells which is listed at $719, while the average apartment in Maricopa costs $2,621.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Maricopa?
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 454 regular apartments in Maricopa 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 Maricopa?
Cheap apartments in Maricopa have an average cost of $1,265 which is $1,356 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Maricopa.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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