
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desert Ridge Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $900 (50 Rentals)
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Celia

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Connect on Union

Northerly Apartments

18416 Cave Creek Road

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IMT Desert Ridge

Sonterra Apartments at Paradise Valley

18416 N Cave Creek Rd, Unit 3041

Aria on Cave Creek Apartments

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Ventura Vista
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Seventeen805

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Shade at Desert Ridge

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Ascent North Scottsdale

Desert Club

18041 N 40th Pl, Unit 3

56 North

18416 N Cave Creek Rd

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Slate Scottsdale

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Sunela
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Azur

2725 E Mine Creek Rd, Unit 2052

Elysium

18611 North 22nd St

2725 E Mine Creek Rd, Unit 2248

3301 E Wescott Dr

3116 East Michigan Ave

18202 N Cave Creek Rd
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19802 N 32nd St

The Reserve on Cave Creek

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19602 N 32nd St

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Senita on Cave Creek

18250 N Cave Creek Rd

2528 E Hartford Ave

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18250 N 32nd St

3022 East Michigan Ave

3111 E Charleston Ave

3150 E Beardsley Rd

19455 N 34th St

2725 E Mine Creek Rd

Ninety Degrees

19777 N 76th St, Unit 3289

19777 N 76th St, Unit 2239
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Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Desert Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,445 | $925 | $2,061 |
| Desert Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $1,000 | $3,950 |
| Desert Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $1,175 | $6,000 |
| Desert Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,839 | $1,803 | $3,591 |
| Desert Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,560 | $2,141 | $6,358 |
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Cheapest Available Desert Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Desert Ridge area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Celia priced from $1,000. Monte Viejo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,031. Here are the most affordable Desert Ridge apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celia | Crown | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Monte Viejo | E1E-H | Studio,1BA | $1,031 |
| Ninety Degrees | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,190 |
| Northerly Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Connect on Union | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,241 |
| Sonterra Apartments at Paradise Valley | A1 (Jade) | 1BR,1BA | $1,361 |
| Aria on Cave Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Seventeen805 | 2X2S | 2BR,2BA | $1,400 |
| Ventura Vista | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,503 |
| Ascent North Scottsdale | The Bell | 2BR,2BA | $1,505 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Ridge, AZ
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Desert Ridge area is the $1.40 price per square foot B1 Model at Ventura Vista in the in the North Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,503. The second greatest value Desert Ridge apartment is the 2X2S Model at Seventeen805 starting at $1,400 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the North Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desert Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ventura Vista | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Seventeen805 | 2X2S | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| The Reserve on Cave Creek | One B with Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Ascent North Scottsdale | The Shea | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 18041 N 40th Pl, Unit 3 | 18041 N 40th Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Aria on Cave Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Accessible | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Sonterra Apartments at Paradise Valley | A1 (Jade) | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Connect on Union | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Northerly Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Celia | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Desert Ridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Desert Ridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Desert Ridge is at Monte Viejo listed at $1,031.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Desert Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Desert Ridge Apartment is $1,000 at Celia.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Desert Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Desert Ridge is starting from $1,292 at Monte Viejo.
What is the most affordable Desert Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Desert Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserve on Cave Creek and starts from $1,929.
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