Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (161 Rentals)

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Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Phoenix Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Coral Gardens priced from $420. Legacy Crossing I & II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $647. Here are the most affordable Downtown Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Coral GardensStudioStudio,1BA$420
Legacy Crossing I & II1 bedroom1BR,1BA$647
Elevate at ThomasStudioStudio,1BA$700
La Buena Vida1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$705
Park LeeOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$715
Omnia on Thomas0x1 350sf ClassicStudio,1BA$716
McCarty on Monroe1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$717
Victory Place I-IVStudioStudio,1BA$720
2025 West Apartment HomesS1Studio,1BA$724
The Venue on Camelback ApartmentsHoneyStudio,1BA$738

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Phoenix, AZ

As of August 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Phoenix area is the $0.92 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Monterosa Villas in the in the Downtown Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Downtown Phoenix apartment is the C2 - Phase ll Model at Collins Off Colter II starting at $1,536 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Central Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Monterosa Villas3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$0.92
Collins Off Colter IIC2 - Phase ll2BR,2BA$1.20
Legacy Crossing I & II3 bedroom3BR,2BA$0.97
Villas at PapagoTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Copper Stone on 32nd2B2B - A2BR,2BA$1.21
1746 E Virginia Ave, Unit 21746 E Virginia Ave2BR,1BA$1.22
Osborn Place1 Bed - 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$1.21
McCarty on Monroe1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$1.04
La Buena Vida1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.04
Park LeeOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

Ranked #4

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Phoenix

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Phoenix?

There are currently 2167 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Phoenix, AZ with pricing that ranges from $420 to $31,470. There are also 672 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Phoenix ranging from $650 to $30,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Phoenix?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Phoenix ranges from $650 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,205.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Phoenix?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Phoenix range from $799 to $14,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $749.

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