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Scottsdale 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 23, 2025

There are currently 801 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Scottsdale, AZ that range in price from $875 to $25,000. Old Town Scottsdale, Desert View and Old Town are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Scottsdale with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Old Town Scottsdale233$1,675$919
Desert View175$1,665$875
Old Town150$1,736$919
Salt River Community98$1,400$891
Chaparral85$1,650$919
Central Scottsdale28$1,563$1,225
Arcadia20$1,372$1,000
McDowell Mountain12$2,045$1,295

Largest Available Scottsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Scottsdale, AZ is found at Northbend in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood and is 1,258 square feet priced from $2,426. Skywater at Tempe Town Lake has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,204 square feet and currently listed start at $2,780. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Scottsdale:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
NorthbendY - Live / Work1,258 Sq Ft$2,426
Skywater at Tempe Town LakeA71,204 Sq Ft$2,780
Hideaway North ScottsdaleSaguaro1,175 Sq Ft$1,894
CibolaEnsenada Renovated1,163 Sq Ft$1,749
The Fredrick1x1 Plus1,147 Sq Ft$2,030

Cheapest Available Scottsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 23, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Scottsdale, AZ is the Junior One Bedroom Model starting from $825 at Papago Vista in the South Phoenix neighborhood. The second most affordable Scottsdale 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Santorini Villa Apartments starting at $875 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Scottsdale is currently $1,809. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Scottsdale:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Papago VistaJunior One Bedroom$825
Santorini Villa Apartments1 Bedroom$875
Papago Gardens ApartmentsSantorini Villas - 1 Bedroom$875
The Willowbrook Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths$895
Valencia ParkCoronado$900
Visconti at CamelbackA1 - Phase II$919
Monterey VillageA1 | 1x1 | Small Affordable$921
Senara Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$960
Prados Apartments at ArcadiaA1$975
Scottsdale GatewayBayonne$999

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Scottsdale Overview

Scottsdale is a vibrant city that's regularly ranked among the top most desirable cities to call home. Thanks to its close proximity to Arizona's capital city Phoenix, Scottsdale has adopted quite a bustling urban center where art, shopping, dining, and tons of entertainment can be found all year long. Set atop the stunning Sonoran Desert and nestled next to the McDowell Mountains, Scottsdale has something for everybody. Having so much to do and so many great options for Scottsdale apartments available makes life here fantastic!

Why live in Scottsdale, AZ?

Despite the fact that the Phoenix Metro area, which includes Scottsdale, has grown up as a resort town, Scottsdale is a surprisingly affordable place to live when compared to other cities in the United States. The culture boasts of an interesting combination of Wild, Wild West meets Urban Chic, and the near-perfect weather is happy to welcome people all year long. It's a casual town where folks are friendly and inviting, and there's plenty to do on any given day.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Scottsdale, AZ

Ranked #5

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Scottsdale, AZ

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Scottsdale Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Scottsdale with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Scottsdale is at Papago Vista listed at $825.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Scottsdale Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Scottsdale is $1,809.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Scottsdale Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Scottsdale is a 1,258 square feet unit starting from $2,426 at Northbend.

What is the average size for Scottsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Scottsdale is currently 813 sq ft.

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