
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (37 Rentals)
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Tides on McDowell

Desert Wind Apartments

Bella Vista Apartments

The Axis on Mcdowell

Gran jardin

Southwest Village Apartments

2822 W Mcdowell Rd

3314 W Adams St
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Casa Del Pueblo

Hallcraft Villas West

2837-2841 W Melvin St

3123 W Yuma St

3121 W Almeria Rd

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2942-2946 W Granada Rd

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3818 W Portland St

825 S 30th Ave

Lazy M

Hallcraft Villas West

1812 N 35th Ave

110 N 33rd Ave
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712 N 39th Ave

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3105 West Melvin Street
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 | $878 | $800 | $950 |
| Southwest Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,279 | $895 | $3,035 |
| Southwest Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $950 | $3,669 |
| Southwest Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $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 $599 SECURITY DEPOSIT + ONE MONTH FRE... | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Rise Encore | S1 Platinum | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Bella Vista Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $901 |
| Desert Wind Apartments | DESERTWIND MOVE-IN SPECIAL 1ST MONTH FREE(OAC)C... | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Allero 59 | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Phoenix, AZ
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Phoenix area is the $1.88 price per square foot Perfect Community For You & Your Family!! Model at Desert Wind Apartments in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,349. The second greatest value Southwest Phoenix apartment is the One Bedroom, One Bath Model at Allero 59 starting at $1,499 with a $2.23 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Rise Encore | A1 Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| The Axis on Mcdowell | AS LOW AS $599 SECURITY DEPOSIT + ONE MONTH FRE... | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
| Tides on McDowell | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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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 Tides on McDowell which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Southwest Phoenix costs $2,274.
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 4 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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