Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Valley Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (418 Rentals)

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Nightingale on 25th
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$775 - $1,300
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Nightingale on 25th

15620 N 25th AvePhoenix, AZ 85023
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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North Mountain Village
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$793 - $1,565
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North Mountain Village

3333 W Thunderbird RdPhoenix, AZ 85053
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Avalon Hills
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$885 - $1,626
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Avalon Hills

3535 W Tierra Buena LnPhoenix, AZ 85053
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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West Valley, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Valley area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Residence at Tolleson priced from $599. 2025 West Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $630. Here are the most affordable West Valley apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Residence at TollesonStudioStudio,1BA$599
2025 West Apartment HomesS1Studio,1BA$630
6738 N 55th Dr1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$650
Rise ParksideS1 GoldStudio,1BA$670
Sunrise on 35thStudioStudio,1BA$675
Glen Vista ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$695
Eclipse ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$699
Tides on 51stStudioStudio,1BA$699
Aspire West Phoenix2B11P31BR,1BA$699
Chateau Gardens Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$699

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Valley, AZ

As of June 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Valley area is the $1.13 price per square foot 8566 Model at 8566 W Cinnabar Ave in the in the The Preserve at Cibola Vista neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value West Valley apartment is the Palo Verde Model at La Fontaine at Sun City starting at $1,300 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Deer Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8566 W Cinnabar Ave85665BR,3BA$1.13
La Fontaine at Sun CityPalo Verde2BR,2BA$1.11
Camelback GardensTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.25
Village On Greenway in El MirageOPEN HOUSE | Luxurious First-Floor 2-Bed, 2-Bat...2BR,2BA$1.25
10880 W Coggins Dr1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18
Palisade Park Aparments2x2 Gold2BR,2BA$1.07
6738 N 55th Dr1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$0.81
Las Casitas1/11BR,1BA$1.15
MotifA2 Upgraded1BR,1BA$1.25
Canyon Greens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.20

A Phoenix Expert's Relocation Guide: Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near Banner, ASU, & Amazon

Working at a top Phoenix employer? Get the inside scoop on renting apartments in nearby neighborhoods like Encanto, Coronado, Riverside, and South Mountain Village for a great life and easy commute.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Expert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for College Renters

A Local Experts Guide to The 10 Best Neighborhoods Near Universities and Colleges in the Phoenix metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Phoenix apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Arizona, including Phoenix. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Valley Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Valley?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Valley is under $699.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Valley?

The cheapest apartment in West Valley is 6738 N 55th Dr which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in West Valley costs $23,309.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Valley?

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 675 regular apartments in West Valley 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 West Valley?

Cheap apartments in West Valley have an average cost of $376 which is $22,933 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Valley.

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