
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Payson, AZ from $1,010 (59 Rentals)
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Canal Senior Apartments

Maurnez Apartments

1403 N Woodland Dr

Frontier Village/Aspen Cove Apartments

Mount View Apartments

Payson Apartments

West Frontier Condominiums

200 E Malibu Dr

1501 N Beeline Hwy
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Mountain View Villa Apartments

Village Apartments

Ninety Degrees

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Jade Scottsdale

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IMT Desert Ridge

Courtside Apartments

Kota North Scottsdale

Desert Club

Scottsdale Highlands Apartments
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One North Scottsdale Apartments

Azure Creek at Tatum Ranch

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Four Peaks

56 North

Vintage at Scottsdale

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GlenEagles

Avion on Legacy

The Villas at Riverwalk

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San Carlos

The View at Cascade
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Inspiration Apartments

EDGE at Grayhawk

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Montreux

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Overture North Scottsdale 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Inspiration at Frank Lloyd Wright

Pillar at Fountain Hills

Amavi Aster Ridge

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Aspendale Scottsdale 55+ Active Adult Community

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Azur

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Pinon Lofts
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Maxwell on 66th

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The Beverly

Alta Vista

626 S Park Cir

Bela Rosa

15487 S Black Mountain Rd

Parkway Apartments

Sonoran Vista

Sedona Resort Apartments

Ventana Apartments
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Payson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Payson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Payson Studio Apartments | $1,542 | $1,010 | $2,085 |
| Cheap Payson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,962 | $1,199 | $3,401 |
| Cheap Payson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $1,299 | $5,684 |
| Cheap Payson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,311 | $2,000 | $4,497 |
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Cheapest Available Payson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Payson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Mountain View Villa Apartments priced from $1,010. Village Apartments in the North Scottsdale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Payson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Villa Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,010 |
| Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Ninety Degrees | E3 | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Bela Rosa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Courtside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| Kota North Scottsdale | A2 North | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Sonoran Vista | Pima | 1BR,1BA | $1,429 |
| Ventana Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath A1, A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,456 |
| Desert Club | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,470 |
| Scottsdale Highlands Apartments | Colorado | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Payson, AZ
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Payson area is the $1.34 price per square foot 2nd Floor BR Model at Hillmar Townhomes in the in the Downtown Fountain Hills neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Payson apartment is the B3 Model at The Residences on High Street starting at $2,659 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the North Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Payson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillmar Townhomes | 2nd Floor BR | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| The Residences on High Street | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Amavi Aster Ridge | TH-B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.63 |
| EDGE at Grayhawk | Tesero | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| San Carlos | Diamond | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Inspiration Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Bela Rosa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Courtside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Ventana Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath A1, A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Sonoran Vista | Pima | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Payson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Payson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Payson is at Mountain View Villa Apartments listed at $1,010.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Payson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Payson Apartment is $1,199 at Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Payson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Payson is starting from $1,355 at Courtside Apartments.
What is the most affordable Payson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Payson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bela Rosa and starts from $1,670.
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