
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Capitol Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (19 Rentals)
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1145-1147 W Fillmore St

209 N 16th Ave

16th Ave Apartments

TerraceVue

1229 W Pierce St
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2033 W Madison St

2133 W Adams St

1626 W Taylor St

1333 W Taylor St, Unit 4

1709 W Sherman St

1333 W Taylor St, Unit 3
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Monroe Street Abbey

425 N 17th Dr

212 N 21st Ave

5TH AVE PHX

2032 W Adams St
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Capitol, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Capitol?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Studio Apartments | $1,513 | $825 | $2,560 |
| Capitol 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $799 | $3,070 |
| Capitol 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $899 | $3,578 |
| Capitol 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,841 | $1,841 | $1,841 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Capitol Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Capitol Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Capitol area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Ambassador West Apartments priced from $799. 16th Ave Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Capitol apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambassador West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 16th Ave Apartments | Studio/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| TerraceVue | 1st Floor 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 1301 W Monroe St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| ReNue Downtown Apartments | A - The Arena - 60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,201 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol, AZ
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitol area is the $1.73 price per square foot A - The Arena - 60 Model at ReNue Downtown Apartments in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,201. The second greatest value Capitol apartment is the A1 Model at 601 Pax starting at $1,521 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitol apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNue Downtown Apartments | A - The Arena - 60 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 601 Pax | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| The Rey Downtown | The Cooper E1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Brix Warehouse District | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 1301 W Monroe St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $1.82 |
| 137 N 11th Ave, Unit A | 137 N 11th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Ambassador West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| TerraceVue | 3rd Floor 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| AVE Phoenix Sky | E2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.17 |
| 16th Ave Apartments | Studio/1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Capitol Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Capitol?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Capitol is under $1,521.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Capitol?
The cheapest apartment in Capitol is Ambassador West Apartments which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Capitol costs $1,841.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Capitol?
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 26 regular apartments in Capitol that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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