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property at 5128 N 15th St

$702

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

5128 N 15th St

PhoenixAZ85014

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property at 8902 N 19th Ave

$823

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

8902 N 19th Ave

PhoenixAZ85021

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Cheapest Available Maricopa County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Maricopa County, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at inHabit on 7th in the Downtown Phoenix neighborhood priced from $166. Solmere Phoenix in the Barrel District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $590. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Maricopa County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
inHabit on 7thRESIDE1BR,1BA$166
Solmere PhoenixS1Studio,1BA$590
Legacy Crossing I & IILG2 3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$639
Cielo ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$647
Vista Village on Van BurenStudioStudio,1BA$649
The Venue on Camelback ApartmentsHoneyStudio,1BA$662
Tides on 51st0BD, 1BTHStudio,1BA$663
Rise ParksideS1 GoldStudio,1BA$675
Collins off Colter*S1 - Phase lStudio,1BA$677
Park Vista1x1B1BR,1BA$683

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maricopa County, AZ

As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Maricopa County area is the $0.53 price per square foot Furnished Townhome Model at Lofts on 8th | Student Housing in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Maricopa County apartment is the D1 PHPV Model at Nine20 Tempe starting at $1,079 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Maricopa County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts on 8th | Student HousingFurnished Townhome4BR,4.5BA$0.53
Nine20 TempeD1 PHPV4BR,4BA$0.74
Tamarron2x22BR,2BA$0.93
Legacy Crossing I & II3 bedroom3BR,2BA$0.97
Villas at PapagoTwo Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.93
62 W Culver StOne bed1BR,1BA$1.00
Cactus CanyonTwo Bedroom - Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.05
U Apartments @ Melrose2x1 B1 R2BR,1BA$1.04
McCarty on Monroe1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$1.04
Park LeeOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06

Frequently Asked Questions about Maricopa County

What type of rentals are currently available in Maricopa County?

There are currently 7518 Apartments for Rent in Maricopa County, AZ with pricing that ranges from $590 to $31,035. There are also 7534 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Maricopa County ranging from $550 to $60,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Maricopa County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Maricopa County ranges from $550 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,486.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Maricopa County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Maricopa County range from $675 to $27,703, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $694 to $49,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $695.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!