Cheap Homes for Rent in South Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (521 Rentals)

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South Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Phoenix Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Coral Gardens priced from $420. Garfield Terrace II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $507. Here are the most affordable South Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Coral GardensStudioStudio,1BA$420
Garfield Terrace II1 Bedroom x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$507
Legacy Crossing I & II1 bedroom1BR,1BA$647
Tides on 51st0BD, 1BTHStudio,1BA$663
Residence at TollesonStudioStudio,1BA$699
Residence at McDowellStudioStudio,1BA$699
McCarty on Monroe1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$717
Ascent on BroadwayStudioStudio,1BA$720
Victory Place I-IVStudioStudio,1BA$720
Paradise Palms I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$739

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Phoenix, AZ

As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Phoenix 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 Phoenix apartment is the 3 bedroom 2 Bath Model at Arezzo starting at $1,720 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Elevation TownhomesAlpine - 2 Bedrooms 2.5 Bathrooms2BR,2.5BA$1.21
Arezzo3 bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.24
HUE97C23BR,3BA$1.21
Gateway at Tempe4x4 Plus4BR,4BA$0.57
Villas at PapagoTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.27
Luna Bear 454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Paradise Palms I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
Legacy Crossing I & II1 bedroom1BR,1BA$0.93
McCarty on Monroe1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$1.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Phoenix

What type of rentals are currently available in South Phoenix?

There are currently 3506 Apartments for Rent in South Phoenix, AZ with pricing that ranges from $420 to $31,470. There are also 3993 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Phoenix ranging from $600 to $30,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Phoenix?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Phoenix ranges from $600 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,141.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Phoenix?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Phoenix range from $775 to $14,975, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $695.

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