4633 N 8th Pl
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (28 Rentals)
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$677 - $4,831Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Collins off Colter*
5128 N 15th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
5128 N 15th St
PhoenixAZ85014
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$725 - $825Studio Apartments Available Now
The Studio on 12th Street
4130 N 12th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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$729 - $2,055Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Venue on Camelback Apartments
1930 E Camelback RdPhoenix, AZ 85016
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$799 - $1,249Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Seventh Apartments
5145 N 7th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
4401 N 12th St
PhoenixAZ85014
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1125 E Devonshire Ave
PhoenixAZ85014
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$899 - $999Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Luna Bear Arcos
1637 E Missouri AvePhoenix, AZ 85016
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$940 - $2,903Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Camelback Cove Apartments
4802 N 12th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
4231 N 13th Pl
PhoenixAZ85014
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Collins Off Colter II
1517 E ColterPhoenix, AZ 85014
502 E Mariposa St
PhoenixAZ85012
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$999 - $1,5502 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Partenza on Highland
1320 E Highland AvePhoenix, AZ 85014
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$1,000 - $1,800Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Playton Place
3625 N 16th StPhoenix, AZ 85016
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$1,0251 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1110 E Highland Ave
1110 E Highland AvePhoenix, AZ 85014
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$1,070 - $1,499Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Urbana on 12th
4225 N 12TH StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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Bonfire Apartments
529-530 E Mariposa StPhoenix, AZ 85012
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Waterside
4233 N Longview AvePhoenix, AZ 85014
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The Devonshire
4214 N 10th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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10th Street
4140 N 10th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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Encanto Park Apartments
730-820 E Turney AvePhoenix, AZ 85014
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Rise Midtown
3815 N 16th StPhoenix, AZ 85016
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North Longview
4450 N Longview AvePhoenix, AZ 85014
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The Hibiscus Apartments
5250 N 20th StPhoenix, AZ 85016
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Capri Apartments
4312 N 12th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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Highland 24
1340 E Highland AvePhoenix, AZ 85014
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840 E Turney Ave
840 E Turney AvePhoenix, AZ 85014
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Central Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Phoenix?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Phoenix Studio Apartments | $919 | $599 | $1,739 |
| Central Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $819 | $1,949 |
| Central Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $1,149 | $3,114 |
| Central Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,817 | $1,875 | $8,063 |
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Cheapest Available Central Phoenix Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Collins off Colter* priced from $677. The Venue on Camelback Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $729. Here are the most affordable Central Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Collins off Colter* | S1 - Phase l | Studio,1BA | $677 |
| The Venue on Camelback Apartments | Honey | Studio,1BA | $729 |
| Seventh Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Luna Bear Arcos | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Camelback Cove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| Collins Off Colter II | A2 - Phase ll | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Partenza on Highland | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Playton Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Urbana on 12th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| Highland 24 | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Phoenix, AZ
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Phoenix area is the $1.14 price per square foot Two Bedroom, One Bath Model at Partenza on Highland in the in the Encanto neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Central Phoenix apartment is the One Bed/ One Bath Model at Highland Terrace starting at $1,150 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Encanto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Partenza on Highland | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Highland Terrace | One Bed/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Rise Midtown | A3 Gold | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Seventh Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Mozaic at Steele Park | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Highland 24 | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Luna Bear Arcos | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath P | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Playton Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
| Collins off Colter* | A1 - Phase l | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| The Venue on Camelback Apartments | Honey | Studio ,1BA | $1.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Phoenix Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Phoenix?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Phoenix is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Phoenix?
The cheapest apartment in Central Phoenix is The Venue on Camelback Apartments which is listed at $805, while the average apartment in Central Phoenix costs $2,455.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central 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 46 regular apartments in Central 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 Central Phoenix?
Cheap apartments in Central Phoenix have an average cost of $651 which is $1,804 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Phoenix.
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