
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Payson, AZ from $600 (41 Rentals)
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Maurnez Apartments

Frontier Village/Aspen Cove Apartments

Mount View Apartments

Payson Apartments

312 W Roundup Rd

West Frontier Condominiums

200 E Malibu Dr
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601 W Frontier St

1501 N Beeline Hwy

Mountain View Villa Apartments

Village Apartments

Ninety Degrees

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IMT Desert Ridge

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Jade Scottsdale

Sonoran Vista
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Kota North Scottsdale

Azure Creek at Tatum Ranch

San Carlos

The Villas at Riverwalk

Scottsdale Highlands Apartments

Desert Club

Vintage at Scottsdale

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GlenEagles
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56 North

Avion on Legacy

One North Scottsdale Apartments

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Maxwell on 66th

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Inspiration Apartments

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Four Peaks

EDGE at Grayhawk

4140 E Cliffside Trail
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Alta Vista

Parkway Apartments

Bela Rosa

Ventana Apartments

Sedona Resort Apartments

499 S 2nd St

Avilla Vista Norte

333 N 16th St
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Desert Parks Vista
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Payson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Payson Studio Apartments | $1,422 | $1,030 | $2,055 |
| Cheap Payson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $1,185 | $3,399 |
| Cheap Payson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,346 | $1,299 | $5,359 |
| Cheap Payson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,950 | $4,497 |
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Cheapest Available Payson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Payson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountain View Villa Apartments priced from $1,185. Ninety Degrees in the Sonoran Regional Core neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,240. 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 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Ninety Degrees | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,240 |
| Village Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Bela Rosa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Ventana Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath A1, A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Jade Scottsdale | Amethyst | 1BR,1BA | $1,406 |
| Sonoran Vista | Pima | 1BR,1BA | $1,424 |
| Azure Creek at Tatum Ranch | 1A-R1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,447 |
| San Carlos | Ruby | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Scottsdale Highlands Apartments | Colorado | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Payson, AZ
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Payson area is the $1.43 price per square foot TH-B2 Model at Amavi Aster Ridge in the in the Rio Vista neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Payson apartment is the Unfurnished, 1-year long-term rental Model at 333 N 16th St starting at $1,595 with a $1.33 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amavi Aster Ridge | TH-B2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| 333 N 16th St | Unfurnished, 1-year long-term rental | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Hideaway North Scottsdale | Sycamore - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Inspiration Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Ventana Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath C1, C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| EDGE at Grayhawk | Firenze | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Bela Rosa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Desert Parks Vista | A2 Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Vintage at Scottsdale | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 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 Ninety Degrees listed at $1,240.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Payson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Payson Apartment is $1,185 at Mountain View Villa 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 $1,299 at Village 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 $1,680.
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