
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Papago Vista Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (90 Rentals)
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The Urban

Prados Apartments at Arcadia

Valencia Park

Arcadia on 49th

Santorini Villa Apartments

Portola at Papago

Papago Vista

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Terrasol

Senara Apartments
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Arcadia Lofts

Coral Gardens

San Rivello

Papago Gardens Apartments

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Papago Crossing

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Monterey Village

Boulder Creek Apartments

Arcadia Walk

The Landry on McDowell

Papago Fairways
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Garden Terrace Apartments

Oxford Apartments

4837 E Willetta St

2504 N 52nd St

Modena

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Parq on 50th Apartments

2520 N 46th St

Fountain Oaks Apartments

5306 E Polk St

Papago Park Apartments
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1241 N 48th St, Unit Apt 210

Ascent at Papago Park

4830 E Willetta St, Unit 8

2514 N 49th St

2925 N 38th St

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Parq at East Arcadia

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Alanza Place

Papago View Apartments

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Residences at FortyTwo25 Apartments

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Whispering Pines
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Papago Del Sol

Boho On 40th Street Apartments

Arcadia 52

4211 E Palm Ln

5525 E Thomas Rd, Unit I3

Park Paloma

The Clubhouse at Arcadia

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Arcadia Cove

5401 E Van Buren St, Unit 3095

Hillcrest Arms
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Papago Vista, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Papago Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papago Vista Studio Apartments | $912 | $699 | $1,469 |
| Papago Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $825 | $3,576 |
| Papago Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $899 | $3,677 |
| Papago Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,576 | $1,646 | $6,605 |
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There are currently 90 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Papago Vista Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Papago Vista Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Papago Vista area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Vista Village on Van Buren priced from $699. The Urban has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $776. Here are the most affordable Papago Vista apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Village on Van Buren | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| The Urban | E1 | Studio,1BA | $776 |
| Prados Apartments at Arcadia | S1 | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Valencia Park | Sonoma | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Arcadia on 49th | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $808 |
| Portola at Papago | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Papago Vista | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Terrasol | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Coral Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Arcadia Lofts | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Papago Vista, AZ
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Papago Vista area is the $1.41 price per square foot ASP3x2.5 Model at Portola Red Mountain in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,185. The second greatest value Papago Vista apartment is the Two Bedroom Villas Model at Villas at Papago starting at $1,075 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Papago Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portola Red Mountain | ASP3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Villas at Papago | Two Bedroom Villas | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Residences at FortyTwo25 Apartments | Cholla | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Papago Crossing | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Copper Stone on 32nd | 2B2B - A | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Portola at Papago | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Spengler Manor Condominiums | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Arcadia Lofts | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Garden Terrace Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Terrasol | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePapago Vista, Phoenix, AZ
Ranked #38
Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Papago Vista Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Papago Vista?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Papago Vista is under $899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Papago Vista?
The cheapest apartment in Papago Vista is Portola at Papago which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Papago Vista costs $2,055.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Papago Vista?
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 58 regular apartments in Papago Vista 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 Papago Vista?
Cheap apartments in Papago Vista have an average cost of $290 which is $1,765 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Papago Vista.
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