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Prados Apartments at Arcadia
4815 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3426 N 32nd StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3325 E Pinchot AvePhoenix, AZ 85018
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3101 N 32nd StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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5225-5227 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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4902 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3211 E Pinchot AvePhoenix, AZ 85018
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5401 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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4127 E Indian School RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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2930 N 46th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3406 N 38th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3025 N 38th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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4141-4142 N 45th PlPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3234 N 38th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3001 N 36th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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2936 N 34th PlPhoenix, AZ 85018
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5024 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Granada Apartments
3816 N 32nd StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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2947 N 39th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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2929 N 36th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3011 N 38th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3525 E Pinchot AvePhoenix, AZ 85018
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2922 N 35th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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2929-2931 N 38th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3605 N 36th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3747 E Monterosa StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Phoenix?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Phoenix Studio Apartments | $939 | $750 | $1,330 |
| East Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,256 | $849 | $2,800 |
| East Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $995 | $3,900 |
| East Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,980 | $1,695 | $3,394 |
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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 $750. Pecan Tree has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable East Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Prados Apartments at Arcadia | S1 | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Pecan Tree | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Arcadia Gardens | 0x1a | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Desert Sunshine 3 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Arcadia on 49th | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $902 |
| Canberra | A2 | Studio,1BA | $946 |
| Parq on 50th Apartments | Willow | Studio,1BA | $969 |
| San Rivello | Messa | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Senara Apartments | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Arcadia Villa Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Phoenix, AZ
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Phoenix area is the $1.70 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Luna Bear Ara Residences in the in the Downtown Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value East Phoenix apartment is the G Model at The Cascades Apartments starting at $1,921 with a $1.55 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luna Bear Ara Residences | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.70 |
| The Cascades Apartments | G | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Arcadia 52 | 2x1b | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Earll | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 4127 Arcadia | 2X1A | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Park Paloma | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Desert Sunshine 3 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Pecan Tree | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| San Rivello | Messa | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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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 $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Phoenix?
The cheapest apartment in East Phoenix is Pecan Tree which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in East Phoenix costs $3,284.
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 18 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 $202 which is $3,082 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Phoenix.
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