Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (47 Rentals)

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3101 N 32nd St

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3011 N 38th St

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2930 N 35th St
Studio Apartments

2930 N 35th St

2930 N 35th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Sunrise Villas
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Villas

4141-4142 N 45th PlPhoenix, AZ 85018
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38 Arcadia
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

38 Arcadia

3234 N 38th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Catalina Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Catalina Apartments

3001 N 36th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Carlton Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carlton Court

5024 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Granada Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Granada Apartments

3816 N 32nd StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Desert Oasis
1 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Oasis

2947 N 39th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Arcadia on 49th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arcadia on 49th

4902 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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34 Arcadia
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

34 Arcadia

2936 N 34th PlPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3011 N 38th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3011 N 38th St

3011 N 38th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3525 E Pinchot Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3525 E Pinchot Ave

3525 E Pinchot AvePhoenix, AZ 85018
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Pecan Tree
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pecan Tree

3325 E Pinchot AvePhoenix, AZ 85018
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Element on 38th
1 Bedroom Apartments

Element on 38th

2929-2931 N 38th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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The Marlowe
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Marlowe

2950 N 46th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Buena Vista ACG
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Buena Vista ACG

3221 N 36th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Desert Sunshine 3
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Sunshine 3

3201 N 36th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Arcadia Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arcadia Flats

3101 N 36th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Venture on 36th St.
1 Bedroom Apartments

Venture on 36th St.

2939 N 36th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Arcadia Palms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arcadia Palms

4446 N 36th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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East Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Phoenix Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Prados Apartments at Arcadia priced from $799. Senara Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable East Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prados Apartments at ArcadiaS1Studio,1BA$799
Senara Apartments0 bedroom, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$880
32 ArcadiaA11BR,1BA$899
Arcadia on 49thSTUDIOStudio,1BA$971
La TerrazaAlbaStudio,1BA$982
Cactus CanyonOne Bedroom-One Bath1BR,1BA$999
Ava North & SouthAva North - A11BR,1BA$1,022
Parq on 50th ApartmentsWillowStudio,1BA$1,041
VaraA11BR,1BA$1,095
Arcadia HausOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Phoenix, AZ

As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Phoenix area is the $1.78 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Ara Residences in the in the Downtown Phoenix neighborhood starting from $3,130. The second greatest value East Phoenix apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Palms starting at $1,933 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Camelback East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ara Residences3 Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.78
The PalmsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.81
Parq at East ArcadiaB2 Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Cactus CanyonTwo Bedroom - Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.36
Park Paloma1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.59
3629 E Glenrosa Ave, Unit 33629 E Glenrosa Ave1BR,1BA$1.96
VaraA11BR,1BA$1.62
4127 Arcadia1X1B1BR,1BA$1.88
Ava North & SouthAva North - A11BR,1BA$1.64
32 ArcadiaA11BR,1BA$1.87

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

Ranked #62

Among neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including East Phoenix, Phoenix, and the greater Phoenix area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the East Phoenix Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Phoenix Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Phoenix?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Phoenix is under $1,099.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Phoenix?

The cheapest apartment in East Phoenix is 32 Arcadia which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in East Phoenix costs $3,995.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 45 regular apartments in East 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 East Phoenix?

Cheap apartments in East Phoenix have an average cost of $198 which is $3,797 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Phoenix.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Experts Guide to the Top 10 Budget Friendly Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ

Written by: Andrew Jollett

I'm Andrew, your ApartmHomeLiving.com local expert for Phoenix. My earliest memories of Phoenix date back to the mid-2000s when 2 of my sisters moved there (one for work and the other for school).

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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