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property at 3025 N 32nd St

3025 N 32nd St

PhoenixAZ85018

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property at 5215 E Thomas Rd

5215 E Thomas Rd

PhoenixAZ85018

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property at 3219 E Earll Dr

3219 E Earll Dr

PhoenixAZ85018

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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 3 Beds unit found at Legacy Crossing I & II priced from $639. Coral Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Papago apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Legacy Crossing I & IILG2 3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$639
Coral GardensStudioStudio,1BA$750
Valencia ParkSonomaStudio,1BA$780
Santorini Villa Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Papago Gardens ApartmentsSantorini Villas - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Prados Apartments at ArcadiaS1Studio,1BA$850
Arcadia on 49thSTUDIOStudio,1BA$884
WillettaWoodhaven1BR,1BA$899
Ava North & SouthAva South - S1Studio,1BA$920

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Papago, AZ

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Papago area is the $1.08 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Villas at Papago in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Papago apartment is the 2B2B - A Model at Copper Stone on 32nd starting at $1,179 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the South 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.
Villas at PapagoTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Copper Stone on 32nd2B2B - A2BR,2BA$1.21
New Horizons2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.36
Papago Palms2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.38
EstiloTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.48
Portola at PapagoB22BR,1BA$1.44
Cactus CanyonOne Bedroom-One Bath1BR,1BA$1.33
Legacy Crossing I & II1 bedroom1BR,1BA$0.93
WillettaWoodhaven1BR,1BA$1.36
Santorini Villa Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Papago, Phoenix, AZ

Ranked #12

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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 $750.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Papago Apartment is $647 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 $911 at Legacy Crossing I & II.

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 $639.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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