Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Papago Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $400 (92 Rentals)

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1908 N 32nd StPhoenix, AZ 85008
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2930 N 35th StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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Papago, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Papago Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Papago area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Coral Gardens priced from $420. Legacy Crossing I & II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $577. Here are the most affordable Papago apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Coral GardensStudioStudio,1BA$420
Legacy Crossing I & II1 bedroom1BR,1BA$577
Prados Apartments at ArcadiaS1Studio,1BA$799
Valencia ParkSonomaStudio,1BA$810
TerrasolA11BR,1BA$866
Senara Apartments0 bedroom, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$880
Papago Gardens ApartmentsSantorini Villas - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$896
Monterey VillageS1 | StudioStudio,1BA$899
The UrbanA11BR,1BA$966
Arcadia on 49thSTUDIOStudio,1BA$968

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Papago, AZ

As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Papago area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2x2 Model at The Clubhouse at Arcadia in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,609. The second greatest value Papago apartment is the B2 Townhome Model at Parq at East Arcadia starting at $1,463 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Downtown Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Papago apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Clubhouse at Arcadia2x22BR,2BA$1.47
Parq at East ArcadiaB2 Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Legacy Crossing I & IILG2 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.92
Atrium Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.51
Boulder Creek ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.54
Portola at PapagoB12BR,1BA$1.41
Garden Terrace ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50
Papago Crossing1x11BR,1BA$1.52
TerrasolA11BR,1BA$1.40
Coral GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44

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Papago, Phoenix, AZ

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Among neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Phoenix, Arizona. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Papago Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Papago Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Papago?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Papago is at Coral Gardens listed at $420.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Papago Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Papago Apartment is $577 at Legacy Crossing I & II.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Papago Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Papago is starting from $850 at Coral Gardens.

What is the most affordable Papago Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Papago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Legacy Crossing I & II and starts from $801.

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