
Cheap Apartments for Rent near San Carlos, AZ from $870 (31 Rentals)
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Golden Sands Resorts

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Saguaro Gardens

Roundhouse Resort

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320 Lancaster Ct

202 Avenue C

104 N Douglas Ave

Cabana Southern Apartments

Sunset Vista Estates

The Landmark

227 S Ave B
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576 Garfield Ave

EVR Bella Vista

215 E Palo Verde Ln

The Falls at Crismon Commons

210 E Mesa Dr

1879 W Peppertree Dr

Sonoma Valley
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Villas on Superstition

480 E U.S. Hwy 70

574 S Park St
San Carlos, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Carlos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Carlos Studio Apartments | $1,522 | $1,050 | $1,604 |
| San Carlos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $925 | $2,086 |
| San Carlos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $870 | $3,261 |
| San Carlos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,143 | $998 | $4,016 |
| San Carlos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $1,953 | $2,786 |
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Cheapest Available San Carlos Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Carlos, AZ is a 2 Beds unit found at Timberstone Apartments in the Torreon neighborhood priced from $870. Golden Sands Resorts in the South Phoenix neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Carlos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberstone Apartments | Two Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $870 |
| Golden Sands Resorts | Golden Sands 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Mountain View Apartments | 112 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Saguaro Gardens | 2 Bedroom Holding Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Florence Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Cabana Southern Apartments | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,116 |
| Sunset Vista Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,168 |
| Avra at Coolidge Apartments | Brand New | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Avilla Bella Camino | The Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Lumina Mountain Vista | 1x1-795 | 1BR,1BA | $1,316 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Carlos, AZ and Nearby
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Carlos area is the $1.55 price per square foot Sienna (4x2.5) Model at Bella Encanta in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,997. The second greatest value San Carlos apartment is the Cypress Model at Ironwood Station starting at $2,320 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Carlos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Encanta | Sienna (4x2.5) | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.55 |
| Ironwood Station | Cypress | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.40 |
| The Nexus at Bella Vista | Atlas | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| HUE97 | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1.26 |
| Casa Blanca Apartments | Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Mountain Park Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Timberstone Apartments | Two Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Saguaro Gardens | 2 Bedroom Holding Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Florence Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Sunset Vista Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Carlos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Carlos?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Carlos is at Cabana Southern Apartments listed at $1,116.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Carlos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Carlos Apartment is $925 at Golden Sands Resorts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Carlos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Carlos is starting from $870 at Timberstone Apartments.
What is the most affordable San Carlos Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Carlos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Timberstone Apartments and starts from $998.
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