
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Phoenix area of Phoenix.


3518 W Lynwood St

3645 W Hadley St

3645 W Hadley St

Tides on McDowell

4620 W McDowell Rd
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3645 W Hadley St

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The Axis on Mcdowell

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4620 W McDowell Rd
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 | $941 | $825 | $1,409 |
| Southwest Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,297 | $700 | $3,136 |
| Southwest Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,539 | $950 | $3,671 |
| Southwest Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $1,651 | $2,274 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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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 $700. Tides on McDowell has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. 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 | $700 |
| Tides on McDowell | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Phoenix, AZ
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Phoenix area is the $1.72 price per square foot Three Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Allero 59 in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,274. The second greatest value Southwest Phoenix apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bathroom 60% Model at Bella Vista Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.21 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allero 59 | Three Bedroom, Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Bella Vista Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Desert Wind Apartments | Perfect Community For You & Your Family!! | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 3123 W Almeria Rd, Unit 3 | 3123 W Almeria Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Axis on Mcdowell | AS LOW AS $599 SECURITY DEPOSIT + ONE MONTH FRE... | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
| Tides on McDowell | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.06 |
| Rise Encore | S1 Platinum | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
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 $2,274.
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 $700, while the average apartment in Southwest Phoenix costs $1,800.
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.
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 $216 which is $1,584 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Phoenix.
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