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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (37 Rentals)
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$850 - $1,424Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Tides on McDowell
4620 W McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85035
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Desert Wind Apartments
4140 W McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85009
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$800 - $1,5021 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Bella Vista Apartments
3331 W Taylor StPhoenix, AZ 85009
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$899 - $1,449Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Axis on Mcdowell
3830 W McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85009
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Southwest Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Phoenix?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Phoenix Studio Apartments | $1,083 | $899 | $1,409 |
| Southwest Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $800 | $3,112 |
| Southwest Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $1,000 | $3,641 |
| Southwest Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $1,449 | $1,502 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Phoenix Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Bella Vista Apartments priced from $800. Tides on McDowell has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Southwest Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Tides on McDowell | One Bedroom One Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Axis on Mcdowell | AS LOW AS $599 SECURITY DEPOSIT + ONE MONTH FRE... | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Desert Wind Apartments | DESERTWIND MOVE-IN SPECIAL 1ST MONTH FREE(OAC)C... | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Rise Encore | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Melvin | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Allero 59 | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Phoenix, AZ
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Phoenix area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Melvin in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Southwest Phoenix apartment is the Perfect Community For You & Your Family!! Model at Desert Wind Apartments starting at $1,349 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Melvin | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Desert Wind Apartments | Perfect Community For You & Your Family!! | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Allero 59 | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Bella Vista Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Axis on Mcdowell | 1+1 Up | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Rise Encore | A1 Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Tides on McDowell | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
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Best Local Schools in Southwest Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Carl Hayden High School
Phoenix Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2217)
3 out of 10
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Isaac Elementary District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (566)
2 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Phoenix Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Phoenix?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Phoenix is under $1,499.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Phoenix?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Phoenix is Bella Vista Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Southwest Phoenix costs $1,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Phoenix?
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 2 regular apartments in Southwest Phoenix that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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