Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Avenue Corridor Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (74 Rentals)

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property at 4401 N 12th St

$725 - $1,300

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4401 N 12th St

PhoenixAZ85014

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property at 3623 N 5th Ave

$1,185 - $1,483

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3623 N 5th Ave

PhoenixAZ85013
property at 2521 N 11th St

$1,300

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2521 N 11th St, Unit 2

2521 N 11th St
PhoenixAZ85006

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Callia
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$1,310 - $4,134
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Callia

100 W Indian School RdPhoenix, AZ 85012
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Haven at Midtown
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$1,354 - $2,541
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Haven at Midtown

222 W Clarendon AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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Brick Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brick Commons

3302 N 7TH StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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Moon River Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Moon River Apartments

4415-4420 N 8th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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The Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Palms

150 E Virginia AvePhoenix, AZ 85004
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Midtown Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Flats

825 W Osborn RdPhoenix, AZ 85013
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Osborn Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Osborn Pointe

3406 N 3rd StPhoenix, AZ 85012
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The Devonshire
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Devonshire

4214 N 10th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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10th Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10th Street

4140 N 10th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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9 Melrose
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

9 Melrose

4127 N 9th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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45 E Lexington
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

45 E Lexington

45 E Lexington AvePhoenix, AZ 85012
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Aura at Midtown
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aura at Midtown

3613-3644 N 5th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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Roanoke Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Roanoke Terrace

44 E Roanoke AvePhoenix, AZ 85004
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Urbana at 11th
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Urbana at 11th

4119 N 11th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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Melrose Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Melrose Flats

806 W Turney AvePhoenix, AZ 85013

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Central Avenue Corridor, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Avenue Corridor Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Avenue Corridor area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Duo Apartments priced from $763. The Wexler Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Central Avenue Corridor apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Duo ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$763
The Wexler Apartments0x1 A RenoStudio,1BA$799
Midtown FlatsA11BR,1BA$850
Melrose3130S1 RenovatedStudio,1BA$919
Urbana on 12thStudioStudio,1BA$1,009
Ellis Midtown1x11BR,1BA$1,149
Urbana at 11thTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1,150
Aura at Midtown2x1.5 897sf Partial2BR,1BA$1,166
Mozaic at Steele ParkThe Fairview1BR,1BA$1,170
The HawthorneThe Monroe1BR,1BA$1,210

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Avenue Corridor, AZ

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Avenue Corridor area is the $1.88 price per square foot C1 Model at The Phoenix Apartments on 6th Avenue in the in the Encanto neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Central Avenue Corridor apartment is the The Adams Model at The Hawthorne starting at $1,715 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Encanto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Avenue Corridor apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Phoenix Apartments on 6th AvenueC13BR,2BA$1.88
The HawthorneThe Adams2BR,2BA$1.72
U @ Melrose Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.54
Aura at Midtown2x1.5 897sf Reno2BR,2BA$1.41
60 at Melrose2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.57
The Heritage Apartment Homes1B1BR,1BA$1.84
Urbana at 11thTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.53
Ellis Midtown1X1-BALC1BR,1BA$1.71
Curve at MelroseA31BR,1BA$1.87
Mozaic at Steele ParkThe Willow1BR,1BA$1.86

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Avenue Corridor, Phoenix, AZ

Ranked #73

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Arizona, including Phoenix. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Avenue Corridor Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Avenue Corridor?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Avenue Corridor is at Duo Apartments listed at $763.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Avenue Corridor Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Avenue Corridor Apartment is $850 at Midtown Flats.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Avenue Corridor Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Avenue Corridor is starting from $1,150 at Urbana at 11th.

What is the most affordable Central Avenue Corridor Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Avenue Corridor Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mozaic at Steele Park and starts from $1,815.

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