18202 N Cave Creek Rd
PhoenixAZ85032
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desert Ridge Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $800 (32 Rentals)
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$996 - $2,207Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Connect on Union
2311 E Union Hills DrPhoenix, AZ 85024
4722 E Bell Rd
PhoenixAZ85032
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$1,099 - $4,183Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Monte Viejo
2220 E Beardsley RdPhoenix, AZ 85024
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$1,109 - $2,3691 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sonterra Apartments at Paradise Valley
17440 N Tatum BlvdPhoenix, AZ 85032
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$1,150 - $2,545Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ventura Vista
18660 N Cave Creek RdPhoenix, AZ 85024
2311 E Union Hills Dr
PhoenixAZ85022
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$1,250 - $1,6501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Northerly Apartments
17602 N Cave Creek RdPhoenix, AZ 85032
18416 N Cave Creek Rd
PhoenixAZ85032
18034 N 41st St
PhoenixAZ85032
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$1,330 - $2,0251 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Aria on Cave Creek Apartments
20050 N Cave Creek RdPhoenix, AZ 85024
17805 N 40th St
PhoenixAZ85032
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$1,400 - $2,8191 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ascent North Scottsdale
17950 N 68th StPhoenix, AZ 85054
17847 N 40th St
PhoenixAZ85032
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$1,515 - $2,1701 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
IMT Desert Ridge
21155 N 56th StPhoenix, AZ 85054
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$1,570 - $2,5551 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Shade at Desert Ridge
21150 N Tatum BlvdPhoenix, AZ 85050
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$1,600 - $3,6751 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Desert Club
6901 E Chauncey LnPhoenix, AZ 85054
18416 Cave Creek Road, Unit 1076
18416 Cave Creek Road
PhoenixAZ85032
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2311 E Union Hills Dr
PhoenixAZ85022
2311 E Union Hills Dr
PhoenixAZ85022
2311 E Union Hills Dr
PhoenixAZ85024
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17805 N 40th St
PhoenixAZ85032
19225 N Cave Creek Rd
PhoenixAZ85050
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2500 E Marco Polo Rd
PhoenixAZ85050
19602 N 32nd St
PhoenixAZ85050
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2749 E Beardsley Rd
PhoenixAZ85050
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$1,360 - $1,940Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ninety Degrees
18440 N 68th StScottsdale, AZ 85054
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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 | $1,522 | $996 | $2,035 |
| Desert Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $850 | $3,750 |
| Desert Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $1,188 | $6,000 |
| Desert Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,853 | $1,645 | $7,652 |
| Desert Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,877 | $2,095 | $10,000+ |
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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 $897. Monte Viejo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,107. Here are the most affordable Desert Ridge apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celia | Orchid | 1BR,1BA | $897 |
| Monte Viejo | A1A-A1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,107 |
| Connect on Union | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Seventeen805 | 2X2S | 2BR,2BA | $1,249 |
| Northerly Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Aria on Cave Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| Ninety Degrees | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,360 |
| Ascent North Scottsdale | The McCormick | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Harwood | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,486 |
| Sonterra Apartments at Paradise Valley | B1 (Emerald) | 2BR,1BA | $1,532 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Ridge, AZ
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desert Ridge area is the $1.43 price per square foot Three A Model at The Reserve on Cave Creek in the in the North Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,910. The second greatest value Desert Ridge apartment is the B2 Model at Ventura Vista starting at $1,700 with a $1.50 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. |
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| The Reserve on Cave Creek | Three A | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Ventura Vista | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Sonterra Apartments at Paradise Valley | B2 (Topaz) | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Seventeen805 | 2X2S | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| IMT Desert Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Aria on Cave Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Ascent North Scottsdale | The McCormick | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Connect on Union | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Northerly Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Celia | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Desert Ridge Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Ninety Degrees listed at $1,360.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Desert Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Desert Ridge Apartment is $897 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 $1,188 at Connect on Union.
What is the most affordable Desert Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Desert Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Monte Viejo and starts from $1,719.
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