Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southwest Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (23 Rentals)

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2032 W Adams St

PhoenixAZ85009
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1410 S 24th Ave

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Indigo Pointe
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Indigo Pointe

475 N 43rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85009
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3224 W Madison St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3224 W Madison St

3224 W Madison StPhoenix, AZ 85009
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509 N 40th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

509 N 40th Ave

509 N 40th AvePhoenix, AZ 85009
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Gran jardin
2 Bedroom Apartments

Gran jardin

405-409 N 40th AvePhoenix, AZ 85009
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Melvin
2 Bedroom Apartments

Melvin

3101-3113 3117 312 W Melvin StPhoenix, AZ 85009

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Madison Heights
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Madison Heights

1110 N Dysart StAvondale, AZ 85323
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Agua Fria Apartment
2 Bedroom Apartments

Agua Fria Apartment

19 N 6th StAvondale, AZ 85323
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West Hill Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

West Hill Apartments

115 W Hill DrAvondale, AZ 85323
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San Lucas Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

San Lucas Apartments

8701 W Van Buren StTolleson, AZ 85353
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Outer Southwest Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Southwest Phoenix Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Southwest Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Bella Vista Apartments priced from $800. Mountain View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here are the most affordable Outer Southwest Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bella Vista ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom 60%1BR,1BA$800
Mountain ViewOne Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$1,120
Coldwater Springs1A1BR,1BA$1,121
Melvin2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,150
NewportMonterey2BR,2BA$1,191

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southwest Phoenix, AZ

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Southwest Phoenix area is the $1.46 price per square foot Leslie Model at The Nexus at Hurley Ranch in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Outer Southwest Phoenix apartment is the Mayfair Model at Sunset Point starting at $2,071 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Southwest Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Nexus at Hurley RanchLeslie3BR,2BA$1.46
Sunset PointMayfair3BR,2BA$1.55
Villas at 91stSedona3BR,2.5BA$1.43
Villas on Van BurenSedona3BR,2.5BA$1.51
The RileyB22BR,2BA$1.26
1408 Casitas at Palm ValleyVintage2BR,2BA$1.32
Desert Green Villas2 Bedroom x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.48
Melvin2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.53
Coldwater Springs1A1BR,1BA$1.59
Bella Vista ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom 60%1BR,1BA$1.36

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Outer Southwest Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

Ranked #58

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Southwest Phoenix Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer Southwest Phoenix?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Southwest Phoenix is under $1,242.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Southwest Phoenix?

The cheapest apartment in Outer Southwest Phoenix is Bella Vista Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Outer Southwest Phoenix costs $2,495.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Southwest 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 38 regular apartments in Outer Southwest 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 Outer Southwest Phoenix?

Cheap apartments in Outer Southwest Phoenix have an average cost of $222 which is $2,273 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Southwest Phoenix.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Experts Guide to the Top 10 Budget Friendly Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.