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3541 E Van Buren StPhoenix, AZ 85008
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Prados Apartments at Arcadia
4815 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Omnia on Thomas
1645 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85016
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Boulder Creek Apartments
915 N 52nd StPhoenix, AZ 85008
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1350 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85014
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2925 N Greenfield RdPhoenix, AZ 85016
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Canberra Apartments
2929 N 36th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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5104 E Van Buren StPhoenix, AZ 85008
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Ava North & South
3426 N 32nd StPhoenix, AZ 85018
1845 E Monroe St
PhoenixAZ85034
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1036 N 16th St
PhoenixAZ85006
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4837 E Willetta St
PhoenixAZ85008
3926 E Earll Dr
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5312 E Taylor StPhoenix, AZ 85008
2936 E Indian School Rd
PhoenixAZ85016
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Briella Phoenix
1502 E Osborn RdPhoenix, AZ 85014
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The Landry on McDowell
3620 E McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85008
1502 E Pierce St
PhoenixAZ85006
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1311 North 48th Place, Unit 3
1311 North 48th Place
PhoenixAZ85008
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5225-5227 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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1010 N 48th StPhoenix, AZ 85008
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2911 E Indian School RdPhoenix, AZ 85016
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5333 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3601 E McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85008
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1441 S 14th St
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3325 E Pinchot AvePhoenix, AZ 85018
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2912 E Indian School RdPhoenix, AZ 85016
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3001 N 32nd StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3230 E Roosevelt StPhoenix, AZ 85008
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1207 N 48th StPhoenix, AZ 85008
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1025 N 48th StPhoenix, AZ 85008
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Arcadia on 49th
4902 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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1333 N 24th StPhoenix, AZ 85008
1757 E Harvard St
PhoenixAZ85006
1627 E Pinchot Ave
PhoenixAZ85016
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Colonia
4115 E Indian School RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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919 N 20th StPhoenix, AZ 85006
1908 N 32nd St, Unit 207
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PhoenixAZ85008
1530 E Pierce St
PhoenixAZ85006
1908 N 32nd St
PhoenixAZ85008
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Monterey Village
4707 E McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85008
2514 N 49th St
PhoenixAZ85008
1241 N 48th St
PhoenixAZ85008
1320 N 48th Pl
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East Side, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side Studio Apartments | $1,030 | $649 | $2,111 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $749 | $4,529 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $849 | $3,373 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,512 | $1,611 | $5,955 |
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Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Garfield Terrace priced from $507. Legacy Crossing I & II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $639. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Terrace | Garfield Terrace One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $507 |
| Legacy Crossing I & II | 3 bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $639 |
| Prados Apartments at Arcadia | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $700 |
| Summit on Thomas | S1 Upgraded | Studio, 1BA | $725 |
| Omnia on Thomas | 0x1 350sf Reno | Studio, 1BA | $730 |
| The Loreto Apartments | Junior Studio | Studio, 1BA | $749 |
| Radius Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR, 1BA | $749 |
| Canberra Apartments | A1 | Studio, 1BA | $750 |
| Valencia Park | Coronado | 1BR, 1BA | $765 |
| Sunset Sound Studio Apartments | STU | Studio, 1BA | $769 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, AZ
As of September 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2B2B - C Model at Copper Stone on 32nd in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,178. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Montego Court Condominiums in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting at $1,100 with a $1.20 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Stone on 32nd | 2B2B - C | 2BR, 2BA | $1.21 |
| Montego Court Condominiums | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $1.20 |
| The Coronado | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.24 |
| Galaxy Estates | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $1.28 |
| Scene 1 Condos | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.16 |
| 3219 E. Earll Drive (Urbana at Arcadia) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.30 |
| Arcadia Lofts | 1bd/1ba | 1BR, 1BA | $1.06 |
| Cactus Canyon | One Bedroom-One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.20 |
| Radius Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR, 1BA | $1.15 |
| 4837 E Willetta St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Side is under $769.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is Garfield Terrace which is listed at $507, while the average apartment in East Side costs $1,328.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Side?
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 86 regular apartments in East Side 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 Side?
Cheap apartments in East Side have an average cost of $275 which is $1,053 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.
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