Cheap Homes for Rent in East Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $1,300 (19 Rentals)

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property at 3942 E Earll Dr

3942 E Earll Dr

PhoenixAZ85018
property at 4206 N 38th St

4206 N 38th St

PhoenixAZ85018

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property at 3828 N 32nd St

3828 N 32nd St

PhoenixAZ85018

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property at 4132 N 33rd St

4132 N 33rd St

PhoenixAZ85018

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
Arcadia on 49thSTUDIOStudio,1BA$952
La TerrazaAlbaStudio,1BA$982
32 ArcadiaA11BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Phoenix, AZ

As of May 31, 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$1.36
Cactus CanyonTwo Bedroom - Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.36
The EarllTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.30
InglesideOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.95
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

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Phoenix

What type of rentals are currently available in East Phoenix?

There are currently 248 Apartments for Rent in East Phoenix, AZ with pricing that ranges from $799 to $16,199. There are also 86 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Phoenix ranging from $1,345 to $51,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Phoenix ranges from $1,345 to $51,000 with an average monthly rent of $14,943.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Phoenix range from $1,990 to $5,101, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,995.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

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