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South Summit Estates
225 E Jesse Owens PkyPhoenix, AZ 85042
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Mountain Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (43 Rentals)
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Sunrise Vista
4415 S 28th StPhoenix, AZ 85040
2019 E Southern Ave
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2019 E Southern Ave
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5117 S 15th Pl
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2444 E Mobile Ln, Unit 2
2444 E Mobile LnPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Arbor Village
8028 S Central AvePhoenix, AZ 85042
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Mountain Vista
358 E Roeser RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Apex on Central
40 E Sunland AvePhoenix, AZ 85040
1629 E Wood St
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1023 E Old Southern Ave
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5645 S 6th St
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Lynne Village Apartments
6055 S 11th AvePhoenix, AZ 85041
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Salt River Flats
4000 S 14th StPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Paradise Palms II
234 W Southern AvePhoenix, AZ 85041
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Paradise Palms I
304 W Southern AvePhoenix, AZ 85041
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Topaz Pointe
2140 E Broadway RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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2747 E Chipman Rd, Unit 2
2747 E Chipman RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Echo Ridge
300 E Jessie Owens PkyPhoenix, AZ 85042
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Haven at South Mountain Apartments
1630 E Baseline RdPhoenix, AZ 85042
732 W Southgate Ave
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813 E Siesta Dr
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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 Ave
2510 E Pueblo AvePhoenix, AZ 85040
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Roeser Apartments
719 E Roeser RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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Sunland Flats
225 W Sunland AvePhoenix, AZ 85041
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Tanner Manor Apartments
2150 E Broadway RdPhoenix, AZ 85040
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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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502 E Cody Dr
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2340 E Hidalgo Ave
2340 E Hidalgo AvePhoenix, AZ 85040
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Mountain Valley
120 W Dobbins RdPhoenix, AZ 85041
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Avalon Villas
825 W Broadway RdPhoenix, AZ 85041
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Corona Del Sol
27 E Corona AvePhoenix, AZ 85040
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Baseline on 16
7450 S 16th StPhoenix, AZ 85042
2233 E Wood St
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Stone View on Dobbins
11 E DobbinsPhoenix, AZ 85042
2232 E Burgess Ln
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Villas at South Mountain
8849 S 7th StPhoenix, AZ 85042
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Stone View on Central
8350 S Central AvePhoenix, AZ 85042
5724 S 21st Pl
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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 | $1,172 | $799 | $1,604 |
| South Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $631 | $2,265 |
| South Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,248 | $1,323 | $3,128 |
| South Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,764 | $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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. 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 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 2510 E Pueblo Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
| Arbor Village | Cottonwood | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Mountain Vista | Country Style | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Apex on Central | ap-11u | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Tanner Manor Apartments | Tanner Manor – Affordable 55+ Community | $400 ... | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Lynne Village Apartments | 2bds | 2BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Salt River Flats | 1 Bed Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,161 |
| Paradise Palms II | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,164 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mountain, AZ
As of July 17, 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation Townhomes | Alpine - 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
| Stone View on 7th | D2 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Woodgate Townhomes | 3 BED 2.5 BATH | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| South Mountain Shadows | 3 bed 2.5 bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.51 |
| Sunrise Vista | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Topaz Pointe | Topaz Pointe 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Lynne Village Apartments | 2bds | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Tanner Manor Apartments | 55+ COMMUNITY – UTILITIES INCLUDED + $400 OFF R... | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 2510 E Pueblo Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 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 $1,164.
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 $2,295.
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 10 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 $349 which is $1,946 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Mountain.
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