
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ahwatukee Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (79 Rentals)
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Avana Cordoba

The Quinn Apartments

Lore South Mountain

Carlyle at South Mountain

The Pointe at South Mountain

Sterling Point Apartment Homes

10610 S 48th St

Echo Ridge

Array South Mountain
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Palms at South Mountain

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Rockledge Fairways

Allegro Apartments

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San Paulo

Villas at South Mountain

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Santa Rosa

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Serafina at South Mountain

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San Riva At The Foothills

Haven at South Mountain Apartments

16013 S Desert Foothills Pkwy
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Vista Sureno

San Melia

Portola South Mountain

Carlyle Townhomes

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Sierra Foothills

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IMT Ahwatukee

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Mountainside

813 E Siesta Dr

Mountain Park Ranch

4201 E Raven Rd
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3511 E Baseline Rd

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LINQ at South Mountain

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Verano Townhomes

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2813 E Dunbar Dr, Unit 2813 E Dunbar Dr, Phoenix, Unit 2813 E Dunbar Dr, Phoenix

Furnished Studio-Phoenix - Chandler

3728 W Fremont Rd.

7909 S 45th Ln

7213 S 8th St

7409 S 37th Glen
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11226 S Tomi Dr

7515 S 30th Pl

8445 S 48th St

7312 S 37th Glen

3830 E Lakewood Pkwy E

Arbor Village

17001 S Coleman St

3434 E Baseline Rd

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Ahwatukee, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ahwatukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahwatukee Studio Apartments | $1,272 | $757 | $1,914 |
| Ahwatukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $952 | $7,811 |
| Ahwatukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,735 | $631 | $8,919 |
| Ahwatukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,289 | $1,575 | $8,282 |
| Ahwatukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,761 | $9,761 | $9,761 |
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Cheapest Available Ahwatukee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ahwatukee area of Phoenix, AZ is a 2 Beds unit found at South Summit Estates priced from $631. The Quinn Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Ahwatukee apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Summit Estates | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $631 |
| The Quinn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Pacific Bay Club | Coral Reef | 1BR,1BA | $1,141 |
| Lore South Mountain | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Carlyle at South Mountain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,167 |
| The Pointe at South Mountain | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom D | 1BR,1BA | $1,192 |
| Sterling Point Apartment Homes | The Luxe - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Avana Cordoba | A2RKV - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,216 |
| Echo Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,221 |
| Array South Mountain | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,222 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ahwatukee, AZ
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ahwatukee area is the $1.32 price per square foot 4 Bed/2 Bath Model at Banyan Preserve in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Ahwatukee apartment is the Alpine - 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms Model at Elevation Townhomes starting at $2,145 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ahwatukee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banyan Preserve | 4 Bed/2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Elevation Townhomes | Alpine - 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
| Indigo | Ovation 2.1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Verano Townhomes | Canyon | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Senderos At South Mountain | The De Loma | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| 2813 E Dunbar Dr, Unit 2813 E Dunbar Dr, Phoenix | 2813 E Dunbar Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Vista Sureno | Two-Bedrooms, Two-Bathrooms (AR) | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Santa Rosa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Carlyle at South Mountain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| South Summit Estates | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.29 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Ahwatukee, Phoenix, and the greater Phoenix area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ahwatukee Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ahwatukee?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ahwatukee is under $1,222.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ahwatukee?
The cheapest apartment in Ahwatukee is Pacific Bay Club which is listed at $1,141, while the average apartment in Ahwatukee costs $14,509.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ahwatukee?
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 67 regular apartments in Ahwatukee 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 Ahwatukee?
Cheap apartments in Ahwatukee have an average cost of $157 which is $14,352 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ahwatukee.
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