1845 E Monroe St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $650 (27 Rentals)
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322 N 13th St
PhoenixAZ85006
328 N 11th Pl
PhoenixAZ85006
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VB on 12th
220 N 12th StPhoenix, AZ 85034
1530 E Pierce St
PhoenixAZ85006
325 N 15th St
PhoenixAZ85006
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1402 E Pierce St
PhoenixAZ85006
1917 E Monroe St
PhoenixAZ85034
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Mason Oliver
11 S 12th StPhoenix, AZ 85034
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Polk Terrace Apartments
338 N 23rd StPhoenix, AZ 85006
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McCarty on Monroe
1130 E Monroe StPhoenix, AZ 85034
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769 E. Pierce St.
769 E Pierce StPhoenix, AZ 85006
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1429 E Fillmore St
PhoenixAZ85006
1324 E Taylor St
PhoenixAZ85006
1102 E Polk St
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1502 E Adams St
PhoenixAZ85034
1153 E Taylor St
PhoenixAZ85006
1634 E Monroe St
PhoenixAZ85034
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1846 E Washington
1846 E WashingtonPhoenix, AZ 85034
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The Vue
402 N 10th StPhoenix, AZ 85006
739 E Pierce St
PhoenixAZ85006
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Lofts@10 Apartments
2247 E Van Buren StPhoenix, AZ 85006
1438 E Adams St
PhoenixAZ85034
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Streamliner 16th
1616 E Polk StPhoenix, AZ 85006
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10 on Taylor
2238 E Taylor StPhoenix, AZ 85006
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Harmony at the Park
1950 E Polk StPhoenix, AZ 85006
1021 E McKinley St
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Central City, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City Studio Apartments | $1,322 | $889 | $1,838 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $795 | $2,053 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,979 | $1,095 | $2,548 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,573 | $1,695 | $3,955 |
| Central City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,799 | $1,899 |
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Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at McCarty on Monroe priced from $720. 769 E. Pierce St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCarty on Monroe | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| 769 E. Pierce St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| VB on 12th | B1 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $877 |
| Streamliner 16th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Ragsdale | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Konrad | 1x1 A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,262 |
| Agave Court | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,299 |
| Mason Oliver | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,417 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, AZ
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Agave Court in the in the Central City neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the A2 Model at Mason Oliver starting at $1,417 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Central City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agave Court | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Mason Oliver | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| McCarty on Monroe | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 1502 S 14th St, Unit 2 | 1502 S 14th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| Konrad | 1x1 A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Ragsdale | Studio C | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
| 769 E. Pierce St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Streamliner 16th | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.32 |
| VB on 12th | A2 - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central City is at VB on 12th listed at $888.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment is $720 at McCarty on Monroe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City is starting from $1,299 at Agave Court.
What is the most affordable Central City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Agave Court and starts from $1,699.
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