Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (30 Rentals)

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1701 E Colter St

PhoenixAZ85016

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Bethany at Midtown
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bethany at Midtown

525 E Bethany Home RdPhoenix, AZ 85012
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Bonfire Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bonfire Apartments

529-530 E Mariposa StPhoenix, AZ 85012
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Villa Jay Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Jay Apartments

5725 N 8th PlPhoenix, AZ 85014
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Tamarack
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tamarack

345 W Pasadena AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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400 on Pasadena
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

400 on Pasadena

400 W Pasadena AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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Medlock West
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Medlock West

320-330 W Medlock DrPhoenix, AZ 85013
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Uptown 18
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown 18

325-327 W Pasadena AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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The Harper
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Harper

321 W Pasadena AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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Saxony
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Saxony

301 W Medlock DrPhoenix, AZ 85013
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Skylar Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Skylar Apartments

301 W Pasadena AvePhoenix, AZ 85013

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The Collins
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Collins

320 W Pasadena AvePhoenix, AZ 85013

Uptown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Phoenix Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Bethany at Midtown priced from $749. Luna Bear Arcos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Uptown Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bethany at MidtownStudioStudio,1BA$749
Luna Bear ArcosStudioStudio,1BA$899
The PalmerA11BR,1BA$940
Seventh ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$999
TamarackA11BR,1BA$1,025
Melrose VillasCapri2BR,1BA$1,272
The ParkerJunior 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,275
inHabit on 7thRESIDE1BR,1BA$1,297
Peak 16Thompson PeakStudio,1BA$1,311
Revival Midtown NEWB1 NY2BR,1BA$1,349

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Phoenix, AZ

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Phoenix area is the $1.76 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Town Home Living in the in the Downtown Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Uptown Phoenix apartment is the B1 Model at Vertu starting at $1,629 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the North Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Town Home Living2x22BR,2BA$1.76
VertuB12BR,2BA$1.52
Melrose VillasSienna2BR,2BA$1.79
Revival Midtown NEWB1 NY2BR,1BA$1.69
TamarackA1R1BR,1BA$1.61
Peak 16Apache1BR,1BA$2.22
inHabit on 7thRESIDE1BR,1BA$2.16
Luna Bear Arcos1 Bedroom 1 Bath P1BR,1BA$1.78
Seventh ApartmentsS1Studio ,1BA$2.13
Bethany at MidtownStudioStudio ,1BA$1.76

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Uptown Phoenix, Phoenix, and the greater Phoenix area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Uptown Phoenix Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

49 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Phoenix Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Uptown Phoenix?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Uptown Phoenix is under $1,349.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Phoenix?

The cheapest apartment in Uptown Phoenix is The Palmer which is listed at $940, while the average apartment in Uptown Phoenix costs $3,622.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown 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 8 regular apartments in Uptown Phoenix that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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