
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Mountain Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (21 Rentals)
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Paradise Palms I

Grandfamilies Place

Mountain Vista

305 E Roeser Rd

Apex on Central

902 E Southern Ave
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Sunrise Vista

719 E Roeser Rd

Paradise Palms II

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1023 E Old Southern Ave

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Mountain?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Mountain Studio Apartments | $950 | $720 | $1,090 |
| South Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $771 | $1,669 |
| South Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $926 | $2,295 |
| South Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,061 | $1,069 | $4,215 |
| South Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $1,771 | $2,295 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Mountain Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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Cheapest Available South Mountain Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Mountain area of Phoenix, AZ is a 2 Beds unit found at Tanner Manor Apartments priced from $881. Grandfamilies Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $937. Here are the most affordable South Mountain apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanner Manor Apartments | Don’t Miss 1 Month Free Rent O.A.C. – 55+ Commu... | 2BR,1BA | $881 |
| Grandfamilies Place | Two Bedroom x Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Mountain Vista | Country Style | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Sunrise Vista | Studio | Studio,2BA | $1,090 |
| Topaz Pointe | Topaz Pointe 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,167 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mountain, AZ
As of March 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Mountain area is the $1.19 price per square foot 4 Bed/2 Bath Model at Banyan Preserve in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,649. The second greatest value South Mountain apartment is the D1 Model at Stone View on 7th starting at $2,170 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Mountain apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banyan Preserve | 4 Bed/2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Stone View on 7th | D1 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.31 |
| Woodgate Townhomes | 3 BED 2.5 BATH | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| South Mountain Shadows | 3 bed 2.5 bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Senderos At South Mountain | The Beverly | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Topaz Pointe | Topaz Pointe 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 511 E Roeser Rd, Unit B | 511 E Roeser Rd | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Grandfamilies Place | Three Bedroom x Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Apex on Central | ap-21uwd | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Tanner Manor Apartments | Live Comfortably with 1 Month Free Rent O.A.C. ... | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Mountain Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Mountain?
The cheapest apartment in South Mountain is Tanner Manor Apartments which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in South Mountain costs $2,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Mountain?
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 12 regular apartments in South Mountain 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 South Mountain?
Cheap apartments in South Mountain have an average cost of $361 which is $1,934 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Mountain.
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