
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hawthorne Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (86 Rentals)
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The Wexler Apartments

Ellis Midtown

44 E Roanoke Ave

1308 W Whitton Ave

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1517 W Thomas Rd

4719 N 15th Ave

4444 N 7th Ave, Unit 107
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Icon on Central

740 W Elm St

411 E Indian School Rd

3623 N 5th Ave

1530 W Mulberry Dr

310 W Earll Dr

4601 N 12th Ave

746 W Turney Ave

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776 W Coolidge St, Unit #2, Unit #2

502 W Roma Ave
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746 W Turney Ave, Apt 2, Unit 2, Unit 2

802 W Turney Ave

1640 W Mulberry Dr

The Station on Central

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Curve at Melrose

Elevation on Central

60 at Melrose

MAA Central Ave

Blume on Central
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200 E Thomas Rd

3848 N 3rd Ave

3993 N 3rd Ave

3302 N 7th St

502 E Roanoke Ave

MAA Midtown Phoenix

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Callia

The Lex

1016 W Osborn Rd

1612 W Mulberry Dr
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3601 N Central Ave

Aspire Park Central

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Hawthorne, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hawthorne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Studio Apartments | $1,407 | $799 | $2,151 |
| Hawthorne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $715 | $3,606 |
| Hawthorne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $849 | $4,344 |
| Hawthorne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,745 | $3,519 |
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Cheapest Available Hawthorne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hawthorne area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Lee priced from $715. Pierson Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Hawthorne apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lee | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Pierson Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Melrose3130 | S1 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $919 |
| Urban Living with Local Flair at 502 West Highland Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85013 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Aura at Midtown | 1x1 714sq Classic | 1BR,1BA | $991 |
| Mozaic at Steele Park | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Midtown Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Icon on Central | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Ellis Midtown | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hawthorne, AZ
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hawthorne area is the $1.53 price per square foot Two Bedroom/Two Bathroom Model at Melrose Flats in the in the Downtown Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Hawthorne apartment is the 2 bed 2 bath Model at 60 at Melrose starting at $1,330 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Encanto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hawthorne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Flats | Two Bedroom/Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| 60 at Melrose | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Aura at Midtown | 1x1 780sf Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| The Hawthorne | The Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Urbana at 11th | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Ellis Midtown | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Park Lee | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Mozaic at Steele Park | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Icon on Central | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Pierson Place Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hawthorne Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hawthorne?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hawthorne is at The Wexler Apartments listed at $799.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment is $715 at Park Lee.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hawthorne is starting from $849 at Park Lee.
What is the most affordable Hawthorne Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hawthorne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Urban Living with Local Flair at 502 West Highland Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85013 and starts from $1,750.
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