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Sunrise Vista
4415 S 28th StPhoenix, AZ 85040
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Mountain Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $400 (14 Rentals)
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Ascent on Broadway
316 W Broadway RdPhoenix, AZ 85041
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5615 S 5th St
PhoenixAZ85040
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Mountain Vista
358 E Roeser RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Corona Del Sol
27 E Corona AvePhoenix, AZ 85040
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1908 E Broadway Rd
PhoenixAZ85040
4301 S 7th Ave
PhoenixAZ85041
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South Mountain, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Mountain?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Mountain Studio Apartments | $910 | $450 | $1,090 |
| South Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $650 | $3,866 |
| South Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,697 | $926 | $5,068 |
| South Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $1,069 | $2,810 |
| South Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,976 | $1,771 | $2,225 |
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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 Studio unit found at Sunrise Vista priced from $450. Ascent on Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $720. Here are the most affordable South Mountain apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| Ascent on Broadway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $720 |
| Paradise Palms I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $739 |
| Elevate @ South Mountain | A1 | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Mountain Vista | Country Style | Studio,1BA | $973 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mountain, AZ
As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Mountain area is the $1.30 price per square foot C5 Model at Stone View on 7th in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,345. The second greatest value South Mountain apartment is the 4 bed 3 bath Model at Raymond Place Townhomes starting at $2,225 with a $1.28 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. |
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| Stone View on 7th | C5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.30 |
| Raymond Place Townhomes | 4 bed 3 bath | 4BR,3BA | $1.28 |
| Stone View on Central | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Elevate on Vineyard | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.50 |
| Portola South Mountain | 3 Bedroom R | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Sunrise Vista | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Cortland at Raven | Hummingbird | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Paradise Palms II | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Paradise Palms I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Ascent on Broadway | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.76 |
Getting Around the South Mountain Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 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 South Mountain Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Mountain?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Mountain is under $1,549.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Mountain?
The cheapest apartment in South Mountain is Sunrise Vista which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in South Mountain costs $2,825.
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 13 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 $417 which is $2,408 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Mountain.
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