Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $700 (39 Rentals)

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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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Bethany at Midtown
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bethany at Midtown

525 E Bethany Home RdPhoenix, AZ 85012

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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
2 Bedroom Apartments

Medlock West

320-330 W Medlock DrPhoenix, AZ 85013
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Uptown 18
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown 18

325-327 W Pasadena AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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5115 N 12th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

5115 N 12th St

5115 N 12th StPhoenix, AZ 85014

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The Arcos
Studio Apartments

The Arcos

1637 E Missouri AvePhoenix, AZ 85016
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Saxony
1 Bedroom Apartments

Saxony

301 W Medlock DrPhoenix, AZ 85013
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Tropicana
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tropicana

321 W Medlock DrPhoenix, AZ 85013
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Tamarack
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tamarack

345 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 Seventh priced from $717. Collins off Colter* has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $801. Here are the most affordable Uptown Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SeventhStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$717
Collins off Colter*S1U2Studio,1BA$801
Bethany at MidtownStudioStudio,1BA$875
The ArcosStudioStudio,1BA$959
The PalmerA11BR,1BA$970
inHabit on 7thDWELLStudio,1BA$999
TamarackA11BR,1BA$1,099
La Cima ApartmentsS1 RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,150
Revival Midtown NEWA1 NY1BR,1BA$1,199
TropicanaA1R1BR,1BA$1,220

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Phoenix, AZ

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Phoenix area is the $1.97 price per square foot C1RR Model at Citi on Camelback in the in the Encanto neighborhood starting from $2,730. The second greatest value Uptown Phoenix apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at The Harper starting at $1,575 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Encanto 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.
Citi on CamelbackC1RR3BR,2BA$1.97
The HarperTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.58
Melrose VillasSienna2BR,2BA$1.79
The Parker1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
TropicanaA1R1BR,1BA$1.60
TamarackA1R1BR,1BA$1.61
Caya Apartment Homes2 Bed - A2BR,1BA$2.08
Revival Midtown NEWA1 NY1BR,1BA$1.92
The ArcosStudioStudio ,1BA$1.71
Bethany at MidtownStudioStudio ,1BA$2.06

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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 $1,220.

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 $947, while the average apartment in Uptown Phoenix costs $2,295.

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 30 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 $250 which is $2,045 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Phoenix.

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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