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Ascent on Broadway
316 W Broadway RdPhoenix, AZ 85041
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Mountain Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (15 Rentals)
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5615 S 5th St
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Mountain Vista
358 E Roeser RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Sunrise Vista
4415 S 28th StPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Paradise Palms II
234 W Southern AvePhoenix, AZ 85041
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Apex on Central
40 E Sunland AvePhoenix, AZ 85040
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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 | $987 | $720 | $1,090 |
| South Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $739 | $1,846 |
| South Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $926 | $2,295 |
| South Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,935 | $1,069 | $2,625 |
| South Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,771 | $1,771 | $1,771 |
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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 Ascent on Broadway priced from $720. Paradise Palms I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $739. Here are the most affordable South Mountain apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascent on Broadway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $720 |
| Paradise Palms I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $739 |
| Elevate at South Mountain | A1 | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Mountain Vista | Country Style | Studio,1BA | $973 |
| Sunrise Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mountain, AZ
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Mountain area is the $1.20 price per square foot 4 Bed/2 Bath Model at Banyan Preserve in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,674. The second greatest value South Mountain apartment is the Alpine - 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms Model at Elevation Townhomes starting at $2,295 with a $1.29 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 | $1.20 |
| Elevation Townhomes | Alpine - 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| Stone View on 7th | D1 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.48 |
| Banyan at South Mountain | 3 Bed/2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.72 |
| Elevate on Vineyard | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.58 |
| 5208 S 11th Ave, Unit 5208 | 5208 S 11th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Apex on Central | ap-21uwd | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 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 $1,593.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Mountain?
The cheapest apartment in South Mountain is Paradise Palms I which is listed at $739, while the average apartment in South Mountain costs $1,776.
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 $684 which is $1,092 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Mountain.
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