
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Encanto Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (82 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Encanto area of Phoenix.


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The Venue on Camelback Apartments

The Studio on 12th Street

4401 N 12th St

Pierson Place Apartments

The Wexler Apartments

1645 E Thomas Rd

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Briella Phoenix

The Loreto Apartments

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1125 E Devonshire Ave

1716 E Earll Dr, Unit 1716 E. Earll Drive Unit

1627 E Pinchot Ave

502 E Mariposa St

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Ellis Midtown

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Camelback Cove Apartments

3848 N 3rd Ave

Playton Place

1110 E Highland Ave

Urbana on 12th
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1629 E Pinchot Ave

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The Heritage Apartment Homes

Highland Terrace

3623 N 5th Ave

310 W Earll Dr

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Icon on Central

Arioso City Lofts

746 W Turney Ave, Apt 9, Unit 9

746 W Turney Ave

Elevation on Central
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Curve at Melrose

502 W Roma Ave

340 W Highland Ave

Hidden Village

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The Parker

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411 E Indian School Rd

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Partenza on Highland

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10th Street

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Encanto, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Encanto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encanto Studio Apartments | $1,223 | $698 | $2,168 |
| Encanto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,497 | $526 | $4,644 |
| Encanto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $644 | $3,311 |
| Encanto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,227 | $727 | $8,063 |
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There are currently 82 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Encanto Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Encanto Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Encanto area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Phoenix Scholar House priced from $526. The Venue on Camelback Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $667. Here are the most affordable Encanto apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Scholar House | Phoenix Scholar House 1/1 588 SF | 1BR,1BA | $526 |
| The Venue on Camelback Apartments | Honey | Studio,1BA | $667 |
| The Wexler Apartments | 0x1 A Reno | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Loreto Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $848 |
| Briella Phoenix | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $873 |
| Pierson Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Melrose3130 | S1 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Urban Living with Local Flair at 502 West Highland Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85013 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Camelback Cove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encanto, AZ
As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Encanto area is the $1.48 price per square foot 3A Model at The Heritage Apartment Homes in the in the Encanto neighborhood starting from $1,810. The second greatest value Encanto apartment is the C1 Model at The Phoenix Apartments on 6th Avenue starting at $1,810 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Encanto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Encanto apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heritage Apartment Homes | 3A | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| The Phoenix Apartments on 6th Avenue | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| The Parker | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Tamarack | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 60 at Melrose | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Aura at Midtown | 1x1 780sf Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Highland Terrace | One Bed/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Briella Phoenix | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Pierson Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Venue on Camelback Apartments | Honey | Studio ,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Encanto Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Encanto?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Encanto is under $970.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Encanto?
The cheapest apartment in Encanto is Phoenix Scholar House which is listed at $526, while the average apartment in Encanto costs $1,986.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Encanto?
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 155 regular apartments in Encanto 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 Encanto?
Cheap apartments in Encanto have an average cost of $761 which is $1,225 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Encanto.
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