Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (220 Rentals)

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property at 2301 N 28th St

2301 N 28th St

PhoenixAZ85008

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property at 3025 N 32nd St

3025 N 32nd St

PhoenixAZ85018
property at 1645 E Thomas Rd

1645 E Thomas Rd

PhoenixAZ85016

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property at 5215 E Thomas Rd

5215 E Thomas Rd

PhoenixAZ85018

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East Side, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Phoenix, AZ is a 3 Beds unit found at Legacy Crossing I & II priced from $639. Coral Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Legacy Crossing I & IILG2 3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$639
Coral GardensStudioStudio,1BA$750
Osborn Place1 Bed - 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$775
Valencia ParkSonomaStudio,1BA$780
Sunset Sound Studio ApartmentsSTU-UStudio,1BA$780
Santorini Villa Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Kinley at BiltmoreS1Studio,1BA$799
Papago Gardens ApartmentsSantorini Villas - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, AZ

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.08 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Villas at Papago in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the Two Bed Two Bath Model at Avalon starting at $1,350 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Downtown Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villas at PapagoTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
AvalonTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.35
Copper Stone on 32nd2B2B - A2BR,2BA$1.21
New Horizons2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.36
Agave Court2x22BR,2BA$1.29
The CoronadoTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.35
Camelback CourtyardTwo Bedroom/ one and a Half Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.36
Cactus CanyonOne Bedroom-One Bath1BR,1BA$1.33
Legacy Crossing I & II1 bedroom1BR,1BA$0.93
WillettaWoodhaven1BR,1BA$1.36

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Side, Phoenix, AZ

Ranked #10

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Phoenix. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the East Side Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $799.

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

The cheapest apartment in East Side is Legacy Crossing I & II which is listed at $647, while the average apartment in East Side costs $2,199.

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 52 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 $274 which is $1,925 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.

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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.