Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (391 Rentals)

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North Mountain Village
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$793 - $1,565
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North Mountain Village

3333 W Thunderbird RdPhoenix, AZ 85053
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Nightingale on 25th
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$800 - $1,300
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Nightingale on 25th

15620 N 25th AvePhoenix, AZ 85023
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Cielo Apartments
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$804 - $1,849
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Cielo Apartments

8222 N 19th AvePhoenix, AZ 85021
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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North Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Phoenix Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Rise Parkside priced from $670. Rise at the Preserve has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $670. Here are the most affordable North Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rise ParksideS1 GoldStudio,1BA$670
Rise at the PreserveS1 PlatinumStudio,1BA$670
Glen Vista ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$695
Park Vista1x1AStudio,1BA$697
Eclipse ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Towers on 19thThe SunriseStudio,1BA$700
Augustine at Glendale418 StudioStudio,1BA$709
Lumina on 19th ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$743
Biltmore on the LakeStudioStudio,1BA$749
Allora Phoenix ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$749

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Phoenix, AZ

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Phoenix area is the $1.14 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Paradise Village Apartments in the in the North Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,336. The second greatest value North Phoenix apartment is the 2 Bed/1.5 Bath Townhome Available! 6 Week Off S... Model at Villa Serena starting at $1,095 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the North Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Paradise Village ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.14
Villa Serena2 Bed/1.5 Bath Townhome Available! 6 Week Off S...2BR,1.5BA$1.08
Paradise Greens2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.16
Ardella on 28thRenovated 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.15
2813 E Paradise Ln2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.17
Cinnabar SquareTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Foothills Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Windrose Villas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
1702 W Vogel2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.13
Canyon Greens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.20

A Phoenix Expert's Relocation Guide: Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near Banner, ASU, & Amazon

Working at a top Phoenix employer? Get the inside scoop on renting apartments in nearby neighborhoods like Encanto, Coronado, Riverside, and South Mountain Village for a great life and easy commute.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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

A Local Experts Guide to The 10 Best Neighborhoods Near Universities and Colleges in the Phoenix metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Phoenix apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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North Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including North Phoenix, 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, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Phoenix Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in North Phoenix?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Phoenix is under $749.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Phoenix?

The cheapest apartment in North Phoenix is Park Vista which is listed at $730, while the average apartment in North Phoenix costs $25,780.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Phoenix?

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 186 regular apartments in North Phoenix 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 North Phoenix?

Cheap apartments in North Phoenix have an average cost of $121 which is $25,659 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Phoenix.

Expert Rental Resources

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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