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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scottsdale, AZ

Pricing Updated: 06/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Scottsdale, AZ area range in price from $700 to $25,000 with an overall median price of $5,358. The three Scottsdale neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Salt River Community at $700, Old Town at $837, and McDowell Mountain at $1,360. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scottsdale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Salt River Community$2,922$700278
Old Town$3,500$837345
McDowell Mountain$3,547$1,36035
Arcadia$3,575$1,09942
Old Town Scottsdale$5,064$837581
Desert View$5,930$999432
Central Scottsdale$6,500$1,125130
Chaparral$11,830$837203

Cheapest Available Scottsdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Scottsdale, AZ is a Studio unit found at Prados Apartments at Arcadia in the South Phoenix neighborhood priced from $749. Valencia Park in the South Phoenix neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $805. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scottsdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prados Apartments at ArcadiaS1Studio,1BA$749
Valencia ParkSonomaStudio,1BA$805
Royal Palms ApartmentsRoyal Palms 1/11BR,1BA$837
Senara Apartments0 bedroom, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$850
TerrasolA11BR,1BA$855
Scottsdale GatewayBayStudio,1BA$891
Papago Gardens ApartmentsSantorini Villas - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$896
Arcadia on 49thSTUDIOStudio,1BA$949
Parq on 50th ApartmentsWillowStudio,1BA$952
La TerrazaAlbaStudio,1BA$982

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scottsdale, AZ

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scottsdale area is the $1.00 price per square foot Main House + 2br Casita Model at 5418 E Yolantha St in the in the North Scottsdale neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Scottsdale apartment is the 2X2 Cactus Flower Model at La Privada starting at $1,810 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Via Linda Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scottsdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5418 E Yolantha StMain House + 2br Casita5BR,3.5BA$1.00
La Privada2X2 Cactus Flower2BR,2BA$1.49
VentanaTwo Bedroom Two Bath D1, D22BR,2BA$1.36
Villas at PapagoTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Parq at East ArcadiaB2 Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Monterey Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.39
Morningside Apartments2 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.48
New Horizons2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.47
Nine20 TempeB12BR,2BA$1.39
TerrasolB12BR,1BA$1.45

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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 #6

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scottsdale Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Scottsdale?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Scottsdale is at Prados Apartments at Arcadia listed at $749.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scottsdale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scottsdale Apartment is $837 at Royal Palms Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scottsdale Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scottsdale is starting from $992 at Boulder Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Scottsdale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Scottsdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Scottsdale Place Apartments and starts from $1,750.

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