
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Mountain Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $590 (42 Rentals)
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2111 E Chanute Pass

Arbor Village

1629 E Wood St

1023 E Old Southern Ave

2444 E Mobile Ln

South Summit Estates

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2444 E Mobile Ln, Unit 2

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2444 E Mobile Ln, Unit 1

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Ascent on Broadway

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Echo Ridge

2602 E Southgate Ave

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Village on Roeser
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2019 E Southern Ave

5117 S 15th Pl

Roeser Apartments

2510 E Pueblo Ave

7240 S 7th St

2240

Sunland Flats
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Topaz Pointe

4619 S 16th St, Unit 8

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4619 S 16th St, Unit 7

2340 E Hidalgo Ave

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7007 S 8th St

Corona Del Sol
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 | $941 | $650 | $1,180 |
| South Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $799 | $1,265 |
| South Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $850 | $2,559 |
| South Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,306 | $1,323 | $3,465 |
| South Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $1,764 | $1,777 |
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There are currently 42 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 1 Bed unit found at Sunrise Vista priced from $799. Arbor Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Vista | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Arbor Village | Cottonwood | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| 2510 E Pueblo Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
| South Summit Estates | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $922 |
| Mountain Vista | Country Style | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Apex on Central | ap-11 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| 2240 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Tanner Manor Apartments | Tanner Manor – Affordable 55+ Community STOP & ... | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Lynne Village Apartments | 2bds | 2BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Ascent on Broadway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,162 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mountain, AZ
As of September 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Mountain area is the $1.16 price per square foot 4 BED 2.5 BATH Model at Woodgate Townhomes in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value South Mountain apartment is the Alpine - 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms Model at Elevation Townhomes starting at $1,999 with a $1.12 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodgate Townhomes | 4 BED 2.5 BATH | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.16 |
| Elevation Townhomes | Alpine - 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Stone View on 7th | D2 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| South Mountain Shadows | 3 bed 2.5 bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.40 |
| Sunrise Vista | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Topaz Pointe | Topaz Pointe 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 2240 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 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 | $1.45 |
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 $1,162.
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 $1,886.
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 7 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 $400 which is $1,486 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Mountain.
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