
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Capitol Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Capitol area of Phoenix.


Ambassador West Apartments

209 N 16th Ave

16th Ave Apartments

2033 W Madison St

TerraceVue
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2133 W Adams St

1626 W Taylor St

ReNue Downtown Apartments

1537 W Pierce St

377 N 4th Ave

129 N 11th Ave
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Woodland West

Monroe Street Abbey

425 N 17th Dr

2032 W Adams St

5TH AVE PHX

The Deme on Fillmore
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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 | $1,506 | $749 | $2,280 |
| Capitol 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $895 | $3,070 |
| Capitol 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,134 | $949 | $4,185 |
| Capitol 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $1,701 | $1,701 |
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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 $850. 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 | $850 |
| TerraceVue | 1st Floor 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| ReNue Downtown Apartments | S - The Museum | Studio,1BA | $1,108 |
| AVE Phoenix Sky | E2 | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol, AZ
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitol area is the $2.37 price per square foot The Bogart Model at The Rey Downtown in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,717. The second greatest value Capitol apartment is the A - The Arena Model at ReNue Downtown Apartments starting at $1,184 with a $1.70 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rey Downtown | The Bogart | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.37 |
| ReNue Downtown Apartments | A - The Arena | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 601 Pax | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| AVE Phoenix Sky | E6 | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
| AVE Phoenix Terra | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Ambassador West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| TerraceVue | 3rd Floor 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 16th Ave Apartments | Studio/1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
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 $1,531.
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 $2,150.
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 31 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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