Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Metrocenter Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (45 Rentals)

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property at 8902 N 19th Ave

$809 - $1,249

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8902 N 19th Ave

PhoenixAZ85021

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property at 9410 N 31st Ave

$897 - $1,304

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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9410 N 31st Ave

PhoenixAZ85051
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8902 N 19th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8902 N 19th Ave

8902 N 19th AvePhoenix, AZ 85021

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Villa Mira Monte
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Mira Monte

1737 W Desert Cove AvePhoenix, AZ 85029
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Villa Toscana
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Toscana

10201 N 33rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85051
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Orangewood
2 Bedroom Apartments

Orangewood

2404 W Orangewood AvePhoenix, AZ 85021
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Cimmaron Springs
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cimmaron Springs

2738 W Augusta AvePhoenix, AZ 85051
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Contempo 15
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Contempo 15

9502 N 15th AvePhoenix, AZ 85021
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Atrium Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atrium Court

2323 W Dunlap AvePhoenix, AZ 85021
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19 West Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

19 West Apartments

2011 W Morten AvePhoenix, AZ 85021
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Rise Lakeside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rise Lakeside

11459 N 28th DrPhoenix, AZ 85029
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Montana on Butler
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montana on Butler

2122 W Butler DrPhoenix, AZ 85021

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Metrocenter, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Metrocenter Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Metrocenter area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at LUMINA ON 19th APARTMENTS priced from $594. Cielo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $635. Here are the most affordable Metrocenter apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
LUMINA ON 19th APARTMENTSS1Studio,1BA$594
Cielo ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$635
Eclipse ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Park Vista1x1B1BR,1BA$714
Morgan ParkA11BR,1BA$744
Biltmore on the LakeStudio (0x1)-no patioStudio,1BA$749
Portola North PhoenixWillowStudio,1BA$750
Park Alta1x1A1BR,1BA$773
Orangewood Place Apartments1x1 O1BR,1BA$800
Spring Meadow ApartmentsOne Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$802

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metrocenter, AZ

As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metrocenter area is the $1.45 price per square foot 3X2WD Model at Station 19 Apartments in the in the North Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Metrocenter apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Palm View Manor starting at $1,445 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the North Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metrocenter apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Station 19 Apartments3X2WD3BR,2BA$1.45
Palm View Manor2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.45
Atrium Court2B2BR,2BA$1.40
Park Alta2X2A2BR,2BA$1.36
Foothills Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$1.23
The Cove2 Bedroom x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.49
Windrose Villas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Sahuaro West ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, One Bath B2BR,1BA$1.12
Mellow Square Apartments2 Bed & 1 Bath-First Month RENT FREE*2BR,1BA$1.42
Cielo ApartmentsDeluxe 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.47

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Metrocenter, Phoenix, AZ

Ranked #54

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Arizona, including Phoenix. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Metrocenter Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Metrocenter?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Metrocenter is under $802.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Metrocenter?

The cheapest apartment in Metrocenter is LUMINA ON 19th APARTMENTS which is listed at $679, while the average apartment in Metrocenter costs $7,457.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Metrocenter?

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 114 regular apartments in Metrocenter 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 Metrocenter?

Cheap apartments in Metrocenter have an average cost of $297 which is $7,160 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Metrocenter.

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