
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southwest Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Southwest Phoenix area of Phoenix.


417 N 18th Dr
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Outer Southwest Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Southwest Phoenix?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Southwest Phoenix Studio Apartments | $1,205 | $1,020 | $1,400 |
| Outer Southwest Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $700 | $2,507 |
| Outer Southwest Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $950 | $2,935 |
| Outer Southwest Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $1,545 | $2,750 |
| Outer Southwest Phoenix 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,364 | $1,650 | $2,599 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Southwest Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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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 $700. Melvin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Outer Southwest Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Melvin | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Riley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,028 |
| Newport | Laguna | 1BR,1BA | $1,068 |
| Mountain View | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southwest Phoenix, AZ
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Southwest Phoenix area is the $1.42 price per square foot Leslie Model at The Nexus at Hurley Ranch in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,230. The second greatest value Outer Southwest Phoenix apartment is the Mayfair Model at Sunset Point starting at $2,038 with a $1.52 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nexus at Hurley Ranch | Leslie | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Sunset Point | Mayfair | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Villas at 91st | Sedona | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Villas on Van Buren | Sedona | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.51 |
| Copper Cove Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| FLATZ 623 | 2 Bedroom 973 | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Bella Vista Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Desert Green Villas | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Melvin | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 3221 W Melvin St, Unit 2 | 3221 W Melvin St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter Southwest Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Outer Southwest Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Trailside Point Elementary School
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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 $1,212.
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 $700, 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 24 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 $125 which is $2,370 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Southwest Phoenix.
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