Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Phoenix Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (21 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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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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Tamarack
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tamarack

345 W Pasadena AvePhoenix, AZ 85013
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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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Saxony
1 Bedroom Apartments

Saxony

301 W Medlock DrPhoenix, 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 Collins off Colter* priced from $522. Bethany at Midtown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Uptown Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Collins off Colter*S1 - Phase lStudio,1BA$522
Bethany at MidtownStudioStudio,1BA$800
Seventh Apartmentse10aStudio,1BA$809
Collins Off Colter IIA2 - Phase ll1BR,1BA$916
The ArcosStudioStudio,1BA$959

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Phoenix, AZ

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Phoenix area is the $1.52 price per square foot B3 - Phase ll Model at Collins Off Colter II in the in the Central Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,517. The second greatest value Uptown Phoenix apartment is the Sienna Model at Melrose Villas starting at $1,575 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Downtown 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.
Collins Off Colter IIB3 - Phase ll2BR,1BA$1.52
Melrose VillasSienna2BR,2BA$1.79
Revival Midtown NEWB1 NY2BR,1BA$1.94
TamarackA1R1BR,1BA$1.61
VertuA11BR,1BA$1.81
SaxonyOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.86
The PalmerA2 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.97
The ArcosStudioStudio ,1BA$1.71
Collins off Colter*A1 - Phase l1BR,1BA$1.65
Bethany at MidtownStudioStudio ,1BA$1.88

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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 $1,299.

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 $890, 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 6 regular apartments in Uptown Phoenix that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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