
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (42 Rentals)
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The Palmer

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Luna Bear Arcos

inHabit on 7th

810 E Colter St, Unit Apt 14

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1701 E Colter St

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1701 E Colter St, Unit 221

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400 on Pasadena

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721 E Montebello Ave

Uptown 18

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The Trend at 51

5115 N 12th St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Phoenix?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Phoenix Studio Apartments | $1,425 | $759 | $2,200 |
| Uptown Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $799 | $4,100 |
| Uptown Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,103 | $1,012 | $6,200 |
| Uptown Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,834 | $1,799 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Phoenix Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Collins off Colter* priced from $799. Bethany at Midtown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Uptown Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collins off Colter* | A1 - Phase l | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Bethany at Midtown | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Palmer | E1 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Luna Bear Arcos | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| inHabit on 7th | ABIDE | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Collins Off Colter II | B3 - Phase ll | 2BR,1BA | $1,132 |
| Vertu | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| San Merida | Sienna | 2BR,2BA | $1,262 |
| The Trend at 51 | Patina | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| The Parker | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Phoenix, AZ
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Phoenix area is the $1.16 price per square foot D1 - Phase ll Model at Collins Off Colter II in the in the Central Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Uptown Phoenix apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at The Carlyle Apartment Homes starting at $1,645 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Central Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collins Off Colter II | D1 - Phase ll | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| The Carlyle Apartment Homes | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Town Home Living | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| San Merida | Sienna | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Madison Villas | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Parker | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Bethany at Midtown | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Luna Bear Arcos | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
| Collins off Colter* | A1 - Phase l | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Vertu | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.80 |
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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 $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Phoenix?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Phoenix is Collins off Colter* which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Uptown Phoenix costs $2,907.
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 9 regular apartments in Uptown 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 Uptown Phoenix?
Cheap apartments in Uptown Phoenix have an average cost of $376 which is $2,531 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Phoenix.
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