
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Mountain Highland Terrace Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (77 Rentals)
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Sunrise Vista

2019 E Southern Ave

Victory Place I-IV

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713 W Pima St

Arbor Village

Mountain Vista

1229 S 13th Ave

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Avana Cordoba

Apex on Central
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220 E Beth Dr, Unit Master Bedroom

6627 S 44th St

1629 E Wood St

Palms at South Mountain

The Pointe at South Mountain

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2903 E Wier Ave, Unit 2

Paradise Palms II

Paradise Palms I

Carlyle at South Mountain

Topaz Pointe
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The Quinn Apartments

Sterling Point Apartment Homes

2747 E Chipman Rd, Unit 2

5645 S 6th St

Vista Ridge Apartments

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Serafina at South Mountain

Echo Ridge

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2739 E Tamarisk Ave

4420 E Wood St

2723 e southgate ave, Unit 102

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Esteban Park

732 W Southgate Ave

813 E Siesta Dr

Carlyle Townhomes

4410 E Pueblo Ave

Somo Lofts

Parc South Mountain
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3434 E Baseline Rd

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1146 W Apache St, Unit Apt 2

Portola South Mountain

Villas at South Mountain

2822 E Mobile Ln

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1608 S 7th Ave

Foothills Village

Ascent on Broadway

2510 E Pueblo Ave

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South Mountain Highland Terrace, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Mountain Highland Terrace?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Mountain Highland Terrace Studio Apartments | $1,155 | $650 | $1,739 |
| South Mountain Highland Terrace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $799 | $10,000+ |
| South Mountain Highland Terrace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $631 | $10,000+ |
| South Mountain Highland Terrace 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,294 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| South Mountain Highland Terrace 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,166 | $1,777 | $2,450 |
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Cheapest Available South Mountain Highland Terrace Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Mountain Highland Terrace area of Phoenix, AZ is a 2 Beds unit found at South Summit Estates priced from $631. Sunrise Vista has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable South Mountain Highland Terrace apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Summit Estates | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $631 |
| Sunrise Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Victory Place I-IV | Studio | Studio,1BA | $720 |
| 2510 E Pueblo Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
| The Molino Apartments | Studio 325sqft | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Tanner Manor Apartments | Affordable 1x1 for 55+ – Utilities Included + 1... | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Mountain Vista | Country Style | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Butler Ridge | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $993 |
| Apex on Central | ap-11u | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mountain Highland Terrace, AZ
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Mountain Highland Terrace area is the $1.21 price per square foot Alpine - 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms Model at Elevation Townhomes in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,145. The second greatest value South Mountain Highland Terrace apartment is the D2 Model at Stone View on 7th starting at $2,450 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Mountain Highland Terrace apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation Townhomes | Alpine - 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
| Stone View on 7th | D2 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| 2828 E Chipman Rd, Unit 1 | 2828 E Chipman Rd | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Corsica Villas at 20th Street | Townhome 2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.37 |
| Woodgate Townhomes | 3 BED 2.5 BATH | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.30 |
| Topaz Pointe | Topaz Pointe 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Carlyle at South Mountain | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Butler Ridge | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| 2510 E Pueblo Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| South Summit Estates | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.29 |
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Best Local Schools in South Mountain Highland Terrace, Phoenix, AZ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Mountain Highland Terrace Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Mountain Highland Terrace?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Mountain Highland Terrace is at Sunrise Vista listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Mountain Highland Terrace Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Mountain Highland Terrace Apartment is $799 at Sunrise Vista.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Mountain Highland Terrace Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Mountain Highland Terrace is starting from $631 at South Summit Estates.
What is the most affordable South Mountain Highland Terrace Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Mountain Highland Terrace Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Topaz Pointe and starts from $1,167.
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