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South Summit Estates
225 E Jesse Owens PkyPhoenix, AZ 85042
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6627 S 22nd Pl, Unit #2
6627 S 22nd PlPhoenix, AZ 85042
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301 W Desert Dr
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40 E Sunland AvePhoenix, AZ 85040
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2140 E Broadway RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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1630 E Baseline RdPhoenix, AZ 85042
1908 E Lynne Ln
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220 E Beth Dr
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300 E Jessie Owens PkyPhoenix, AZ 85042
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6055 S 11th AvePhoenix, AZ 85041
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2828 E Chipman Rd, Unit 1
2828 E Chipman RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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2828 E Chipman Rd, Unit 1
2828 E Chipman RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
2235 E Nancy Ln
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Woodgate Townhomes
1250 E Wood StPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Foothills Village
920 W Alta Vista RdPhoenix, AZ 85041
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Ascent on Broadway
316 W Broadway RdPhoenix, AZ 85041
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2510 E Pueblo AvePhoenix, AZ 85040
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719 E Roeser RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Tanner Manor Apartments
2150 E Broadway RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Sunland Flats
225 W Sunland AvePhoenix, AZ 85041
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Brighton Place Apartments
222 E Cody DrPhoenix, AZ 85040
4619 S 16th St, Unit 8
4619 S 16th St
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4619 S 16th St, Unit 7
4619 S 16th St
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2340 E Hidalgo AvePhoenix, AZ 85040
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825 W Broadway RdPhoenix, AZ 85041
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Corona Del Sol
27 E Corona AvePhoenix, AZ 85040
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2330 E Huntington Dr
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Baseline on 16
7450 S 16th StPhoenix, AZ 85042
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11 E DobbinsPhoenix, AZ 85042
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Stone View on Central
8350 S Central AvePhoenix, AZ 85042
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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 | $881 | $650 | $1,090 |
| South Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $799 | $1,450 |
| South Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $631 | $2,295 |
| South Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,414 | $1,450 | $3,193 |
| South Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,961 | $1,777 | $2,145 |
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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 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 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 |
| Tanner Manor Apartments | Affordable 1x1 for 55+ – Utilities Included + 1... | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Mountain Vista | Country Style | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Apex on Central | ap-11u | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Paradise Palms II | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| Topaz Pointe | Topaz Pointe 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,167 |
| Echo Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Lynne Village Apartments | 2bds | 2BR,1BA | $1,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mountain, AZ
As of June 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Mountain 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 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 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 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 | $1.20 |
| Elevate on Vineyard | 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
| South Mountain Shadows | 3 bed 2.5 bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Topaz Pointe | Topaz Pointe 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Tanner Manor Apartments | Affordable 1x1 for 55+ – Utilities Included + 1... | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| South Summit Estates | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.29 |
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 $1,285.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Mountain?
The cheapest apartment in South Mountain is Sunrise Vista which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in South Mountain costs $2,800.
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 4 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 $286 which is $2,514 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Mountain.
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