3523 W Maricopa St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (29 Rentals)
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3645 W Hadley St
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3523 W Maricopa St
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$800 - $1,400Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Tides on McDowell
4620 W McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85035
1108 S 33rd Ave
PhoenixAZ85009
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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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$925 - $1,6511 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Bella Vista Apartments
3331 W Taylor StPhoenix, AZ 85009
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$949 - $1,4491 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Desert Wind
4140 W McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85009
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$9502 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Gran Jardin Apartments
405-409 N 40th AvePhoenix, AZ 85009
927 S 35th Ave
PhoenixAZ85009
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Rancho Cielo
3940 W Mcdowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85009
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3123 W Almeria Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1
3123 W Almeria RdPhoenix, AZ 85009
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$1,259Studio Apartments Available Now
Furnished Studio-Phoenix - West
1360 N 43rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85009
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2806 W Melvin St, Unit MELVIN UNIT 3
2806 W Melvin StPhoenix, AZ 85009
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$1,399 - $2,2741 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Allero 59
5821 W McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85035
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Indigo Pointe
475 N 43rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85009
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Los Vecinos Apartments
1950 N 43rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85009
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3224 W Madison St
3224 W Madison StPhoenix, AZ 85009
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509 N 40th Ave
509 N 40th AvePhoenix, AZ 85009
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Rise Encore
5775 W Roosevelt StPhoenix, AZ 85043
5305 W Lynwood St
PhoenixAZ85043
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Residences at Falcon Park
1220 N 34th AvePhoenix, AZ 85009
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Casa West
4029 W McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85009
5415 W Lynwood St
PhoenixAZ85043
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Melvin
3101-3113 3117 312 W Melvin StPhoenix, AZ 85009
5241 W Lynwood St
PhoenixAZ85043
5244 W Lynwood St
PhoenixAZ85043
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Envi Phoenix Suites
1241 N 53rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85043
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2942 W Yuma St
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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 | $969 | $800 | $1,259 |
| Southwest Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $895 | $2,942 |
| Southwest Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $950 | $3,545 |
| Southwest Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,897 | $1,449 | $2,274 |
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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 Studio unit found at Tides on McDowell priced from $800. The Axis on Mcdowell has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Southwest Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tides on McDowell | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| The Axis on Mcdowell | AS LOW AS $299.00 SECURITY DEPOSIT + ONE MONTH ... | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Bella Vista Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $907 |
| Desert Wind | DESERTWIND MOVE-IN SPECIAL 1ST MONTH FREE(OAC)C... | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Gran Jardin Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Rise Encore | B1 Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1,195 |
| Melvin | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Allero 59 | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Phoenix, AZ
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Phoenix area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Melvin in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Southwest Phoenix apartment is the Perfect Community For You & Your Family!! Model at Desert Wind 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 | $1.67 |
| Desert Wind | Perfect Community For You & Your Family!! | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Allero 59 | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Gran Jardin Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Bella Vista Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 3123 W Almeria Rd, Unit 1 | 3123 W Almeria Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Rise Encore | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Axis on Mcdowell | AS LOW AS $299.00 SECURITY DEPOSIT + ONE MONTH ... | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
| Tides on McDowell | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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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 (2078)
3 out of 10
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Isaac Elementary District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (552)
5 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 $1,399.
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 $925, while the average apartment in Southwest Phoenix costs $1,921.
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 5 regular apartments in Southwest Phoenix 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 Southwest Phoenix?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Phoenix have an average cost of $376 which is $1,545 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Phoenix.
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