Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (33 Rentals)
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The Venue on Camelback Apartments

Camelback Cove Apartments

4633 N 8th Pl

Seventh Apartments
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1345 E Campbell Ave

1805 E Indian School Rd

Playton Place

Urbana on 12th

502 E Mariposa St

Highland Terrace

411 E Indian School Rd

4310 N 14th St

833 E Turney Ave

Art on Highland
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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 |
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Central Phoenix Studio Apartments | $1,083 | $725 | $2,258 |
Central Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $800 | $4,122 |
Central Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,353 | $1,196 | $4,889 |
Central Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,412 | $2,200 | $7,869 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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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 Seventh priced from $717. The Venue on Camelback Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $746. 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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Seventh | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $717 |
The Venue on Camelback Apartments | Honey | Studio,1BA | $746 |
The Studio on 12th Street | studios | Studio,1BA | $799 |
Camelback Cove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
The Arcos | Studio | Studio,1BA | $959 |
Urbana on 12th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Playton Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Highland 24 | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Highland Terrace | One Bed/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Art on Highland | s3 | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Phoenix, AZ
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Phoenix area is the $1.63 price per square foot The Haver Model at Novella at Biltmore in the in the Central Phoenix neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Central Phoenix apartment is the 69 E Columbus Ave Model at 69 E Columbus Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,200 with a $1.47 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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Novella at Biltmore | The Haver | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.63 |
69 E Columbus Ave, Unit 1 | 69 E Columbus Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
San Mateo Townhomes | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom 1294 Sq Ft With Atta... | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
The Clayton on Highland | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Partenza on Highland | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Playton Place | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Highland Terrace | One Bed/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Highland 24 | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
The Arcos | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.71 |
The Venue on Camelback Apartments | Honey | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Phoenix Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Phoenix?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Phoenix is at The Venue on Camelback Apartments listed at $740.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Phoenix Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Phoenix Apartment is $819 at The Venue on Camelback Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Phoenix Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Phoenix is starting from $1,250 at Highland Terrace.
What is the most affordable Central Phoenix Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Phoenix Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at San Mateo Townhomes and starts from $2,165.
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