Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gila River Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $300 (375 Rentals)

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property at 4619 S 16th St

$1,100 - $1,200

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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4619 S 16th St

PhoenixAZ85040

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property at 9605 S 48th St

$1,129 - $1,443

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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9605 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85044

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property at 3625 E Ray Rd

$1,227 - $1,818

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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3625 E Ray Rd

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 15801 S 48th St

$1,211 - $1,678

1 Bedroom Rentals

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15801 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85048

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Foothills Village
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Foothills Village

920 W Alta Vista RdPhoenix, AZ 85041

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Gila River, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gila River Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gila River area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Sentry Tempe priced from $822. Avana Tempe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $833. Here are the most affordable Gila River apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sentry TempeReef1BR,1BA$822
Avana TempeStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$833
The Molino ApartmentsStudio 325sqftStudio,1BA$849
Sono TempeOlsenStudio,1BA$881
The Mod at MillsS1Studio,1BA$898
Elevate at South MountainA1Studio,1BA$900
WaterstoneStudio S1-380Studio,1BA$909
Grandfamilies PlaceTwo Bedroom x Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$937
The FlatsE11BR,1BA$939
San Jose Manor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$939

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gila River, AZ

As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gila River area is the $1.28 price per square foot Plan 1 Model at Tricon Gateway in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Gila River apartment is the C3 Model at Stone View on 7th starting at $2,045 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gila River apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tricon GatewayPlan 13BR,2.5BA$1.28
Stone View on 7thC33BR,2.5BA$1.27
The GrovesC1 & C2 - 3 BR | 2 BA3BR,2BA$1.33
San CierraB-22BR,2BA$1.36
Grandfamilies PlaceThree Bedroom x Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.07
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.12
The LandmarkCA_D13BR,2BA$1.24
544 Southern Apartments2x2 UR W/D2BR,2BA$1.36
Clare Feldstadt ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Apex on Centralap-21u2BR,1BA$1.37

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Expert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for College Renters

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gila River, Phoenix, AZ

Ranked #3

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.com is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Gila River, Phoenix, and the greater Phoenix area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Gila River Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ

Walk Score®

5 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 Gila River Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Gila River?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gila River is under $939.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gila River?

The cheapest apartment in Gila River is Sentry Tempe which is listed at $704, while the average apartment in Gila River costs $16,273.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gila River?

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 161 regular apartments in Gila River 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 Gila River?

Cheap apartments in Gila River have an average cost of $846 which is $15,427 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gila River.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for College Renters

Written by: Andrew Jollett

I never attended school in Phoenix. While living there for some time, I often longed to join in on the fun and adventure I saw students from a number of colleges in the area.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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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.