1520 W Encanto Blvd
PhoenixAZ85007
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (65 Rentals)
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$799 - $1,369Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Wexler Apartments
3030 N 7th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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302 E Monte Vista Rd
PhoenixAZ85004
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$900 - $1,199Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 25
Ellis Midtown
3117 N 7th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
3302 N 7th St, Unit #330, Unit #330
3302 N 7th St
PhoenixAZ85014
938 E Amelia Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3
938 E Amelia Ave
PhoenixAZ85014
310 W Earll Dr
PhoenixAZ85013
3623 N 5th Ave
PhoenixAZ85013
1530 W Mulberry Dr
PhoenixAZ85015
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$1,254 - $2,660
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Haven at Midtown
222 W Clarendon AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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$1,255 - $2,671Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Alloy Midtown
3010 N 2nd StPhoenix, AZ 85012
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$1,270 - $2,839Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Blume on Central
3883 N Central AvePhoenix, AZ 85012
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$1,280 - $1,721Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Curve at Melrose
4333 N 6th DrPhoenix, AZ 85013
2302 N Central Ave, Unit unit 215
2302 N Central Ave
PhoenixAZ85004
355 E Thomas Rd, Unit B111
355 E Thomas Rd
PhoenixAZ85012
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$1,315 - $3,973Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
MAA Central Ave
31 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85012
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$1,339 - $2,2591 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
60 at Melrose
4350 N 5th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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$1,345 - $3,8071 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Station on Central
4140 N Central AvePhoenix, AZ 85012
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$1,345 - $3,606
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Callia
100 W Indian School RdPhoenix, AZ 85012
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351 E Thomas Rd, Unit D305
351 E Thomas Rd
PhoenixAZ85012
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$1,368 - $4,733Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
MAA Midtown Phoenix
400 E Earll DrPhoenix, AZ 85012
512 E Roanoke Ave
PhoenixAZ85004
1016 E Osborn Rd, Unit UNIT F
1016 E Osborn Rd
PhoenixAZ85014
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$1,475 - $2,250Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Phoenix Apartments on 6th Avenue
3633 N 6th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
1016 E Osborn Rd, Unit F, Unit F
1016 E Osborn Rd
PhoenixAZ85014
1612 W Mulberry Dr
PhoenixAZ85015
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$1,540 - $3,1521 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Seven Oaks
2332 N 7th StPhoenix, AZ 85006
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$1,553 - $2,554Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Aspire Park Central
100 W Catalina DrPhoenix, AZ 85013
1018 E Osborn Rd
PhoenixAZ85014
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1324 W Clarendon Ave
PhoenixAZ85013
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Brick Commons
3302 N 7TH StPhoenix, AZ 85014
3810 N 9th Pl
PhoenixAZ85014
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The Palms
150 E Virginia AvePhoenix, AZ 85004
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Midtown Flats
825 W Osborn RdPhoenix, AZ 85013
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Osborn Pointe
3406 N 3rd StPhoenix, AZ 85012
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The Devonshire
4214 N 10th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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10th Street
4140 N 10th StPhoenix, AZ 85014
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9 Melrose
4127 N 9th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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The Hampton on Osborn
445 W OsbornPhoenix, AZ 85013
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Aura at Midtown
3613-3644 N 5th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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15 Melrose
4117 N 15th AvePhoenix, AZ 85015
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45 E Lexington
45 E Lexington AvePhoenix, AZ 85012
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Duo Apartments
1116 W Indian School RdPhoenix, AZ 85013
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Roanoke Terrace
44 E Roanoke AvePhoenix, AZ 85004
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Urbana at 11th
4119 N 11th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
1137 W Glenrosa Ave
PhoenixAZ85013
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Mozaic at Steele Park
411 E Indian School RdPhoenix, AZ 85012
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The Astor at Osborn
3300 N 7th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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Metropolitan
3124 N 7th AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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Midtown, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Studio Apartments | $1,307 | $799 | $2,151 |
| Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $1,149 | $3,606 |
| Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,184 | $1,100 | $5,059 |
| Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,318 | $1,925 | $3,129 |
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Cheapest Available Midtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at The Wexler Apartments priced from $799. Midtown Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Wexler Apartments | 0x1 A Reno | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Midtown Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Melrose3130 | S1 Classic | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Aura at Midtown | 1x1 714sq Classic | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Mozaic at Steele Park | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Urbana at 11th | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Haven at Midtown | Steele 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,254 |
| Curve at Melrose | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,280 |
| Blume on Central | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,290 |
| The Hawthorne | The Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, AZ
As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $1.60 price per square foot C1 Model at The Phoenix Apartments on 6th Avenue in the in the Encanto neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the 344 E Virginia Cir Model at 344 E Virginia Cir, Unit 344 E Virginia Circle starting at $1,850 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Phoenix Apartments on 6th Avenue | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 344 E Virginia Cir, Unit 344 E Virginia Circle | 344 E Virginia Cir | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 340 E Virginia Cir, Unit 340 | 340 E Virginia Cir | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| U @ Melrose Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| The Hawthorne | The Roosevelt | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Urbana at 11th | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Aura at Midtown | 1x1 714sq Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Curve at Melrose | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Mozaic at Steele Park | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Midtown Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown is under $1,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown is Midtown Flats which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Midtown costs $2,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown?
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 63 regular apartments in Midtown 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 Midtown?
Cheap apartments in Midtown have an average cost of $886 which is $1,364 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown.
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