Cheap Apartments for Rent in Phoenix, AZ from $500 with Washer/Dryer (1,001 Rentals)

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Summit on Thomas
$750 - $999
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$475 - $724
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$275

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$750 - $999
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Summit on Thomas

2735 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85016
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Morada Sky
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$772 - $1,377
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$721 - $1,326
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$51

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$772 - $1,377
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Morada Sky

6405 W Mcdowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85035
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The Urban
$775 - $1,786
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$690 - $1,701
Required Monthly Fees
$85

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$775 - $1,786
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Urban

3601 E McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85008
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Stonybrook Apartments
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$790 - $2,908
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$783 - $2,901
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$7

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$790 - $2,908
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Stonybrook Apartments

6441 W McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85035
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Briella Phoenix
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$818 - $1,568
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$790 - $1,540
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$28

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$818 - $1,568
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Briella Phoenix

1502 E Osborn RdPhoenix, AZ 85014
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Tides on McDowell
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$825 - $1,400
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$781 - $1,356
Required Monthly Fees
$44

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$825 - $1,400
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Tides on McDowell

4620 W McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85035
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Sierra Pines
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$844 - $2,243
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$771 - $2,170
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$73

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$844 - $2,243
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Sierra Pines

9410 N 31st AvePhoenix, AZ 85051
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Monterra
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$858 - $2,890
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-$170 - $1,862
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$1,028

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$858 - $2,890
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Monterra

1333 N 24th StPhoenix, AZ 85008
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Ember at North Phoenix
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$892 - $2,375
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$824 - $2,307
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$68

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$892 - $2,375
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Ember at North Phoenix

17425 N 19th AvePhoenix, AZ 85023
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Solei on West Thomas
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$895 - $1,310
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$870 - $1,285
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$25

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$895 - $1,310
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Solei on West Thomas

5704 W Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85031
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X Phoenix
Rent Specials
$899 - $3,097
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$849 - $3,047
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$50

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$899 - $3,097
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X Phoenix

200 W Monroe StPhoenix, AZ 85003
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Monterey Village
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$907 - $1,663
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$869 - $1,625
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$38

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$907 - $1,663
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Monterey Village

4707 E McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85008
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Colter Park
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$915 - $2,285
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$900 - $2,270
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$15

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$915 - $2,285
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Colter Park

909 W Colter StPhoenix, AZ 85013
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Phoenix Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Phoenix?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Phoenix is under $699.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Phoenix?

The cheapest apartment in Phoenix is Legacy Crossing I & II which is listed at $647, while the average apartment in Phoenix costs $5,535.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Phoenix?

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 45,414 regular apartments in Phoenix 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 Phoenix?

Cheap apartments in Phoenix have an average cost of $528 which is $5,007 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Phoenix.

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Experts Guide to the Top 10 Budget Friendly Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ

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I'm Andrew, your ApartmHomeLiving.com local expert for Phoenix. My earliest memories of Phoenix date back to the mid-2000s when 2 of my sisters moved there (one for work and the other for school).

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Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for College Renters

Written by: Andrew Jollett

I never attended school in Phoenix. While living there for some time, I often longed to join in on the fun and adventure I saw students from a number of colleges in the area.

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A Phoenix Experts Relocation Guide: Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near Banner, ASU, & Amazon

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Phoenix has long been one of the fastest-growing metros in the United States. When I think about how much I’ve seen it change over the years, it’s no wonder so many young professionals flock to the area every year.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.