Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scottsdale, AZ from $600 (295 Rentals)

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Visconti at Camelback
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$1,001 - $1,920
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Visconti at Camelback

7979 E Camelback RdScottsdale, AZ 85251
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The Glen at Old Town
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$1,139 - $1,457
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The Glen at Old Town

7979 E Camelback RdScottsdale, AZ 85251
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Chazal Scottsdale
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$1,181 - $2,022
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Chazal Scottsdale

1075 N Miller RdScottsdale, AZ 85257
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Denim Scottsdale
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$1,188 - $2,390
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Denim Scottsdale

7791 E Osborn RdScottsdale, AZ 85251
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property at 8020 E Thomas Rd

$1,295 - $1,995

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8020 E Thomas Rd

ScottsdaleAZ85251
property at 9450 E Becker Ln

$1,300 - $4,300

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9450 E Becker Ln

ScottsdaleAZ85260
property at 3002 N 70th St

$1,313 - $1,600

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3002 N 70th St

ScottsdaleAZ85251

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property at 1221 N 85th Pl

$1,395 - $1,795

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1221 N 85th Pl

ScottsdaleAZ85257
property at 4950 N Miller Rd

$1,400 - $2,500

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4950 N Miller Rd

ScottsdaleAZ85251

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Catherine Townhomes
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$1,472 - $5,042
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Catherine Townhomes

17212 N Scottsdale RdScottsdale, AZ 85255
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scottsdale, AZ

Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Scottsdale, AZ area range in price from $729 to $29,500 with an overall median price of $1,799. The three Scottsdale neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Desert View at $1,691, Salt River Community at $1,759, and Central Scottsdale at $1,800. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scottsdale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Desert View$1,691$925350
Salt River Community$1,759$729153
Central Scottsdale$1,800$1,30087
Chaparral$1,810$1,00183
Old Town Scottsdale$1,864$889283
Arcadia$1,900$95025
Old Town$1,900$995161
McDowell Mountain$2,077$1,50019

Cheapest Available Scottsdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Scottsdale, AZ is a Studio unit found at Valencia Park in the South Phoenix neighborhood priced from $770. Prados Apartments at Arcadia in the South Phoenix neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scottsdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valencia ParkSonomaStudio,1BA$770
Prados Apartments at ArcadiaS1Studio,1BA$799
Papago VistaJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Monterey VillageS1 | StudioStudio,1BA$872
TerrasolA11BR,1BA$895
Santorini Villa Apartments1 Bedroom Santorini1BR,1BA$900
Papago Gardens ApartmentsSantorini Villas - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Paseo on University1 Bedroom Apartment Near ASU Tempe1BR,1BA$900
Arcadia on 49thA1: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$912
Senara ApartmentsA3 Classic1BR,1BA$920

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scottsdale, AZ

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scottsdale area is the $0.43 price per square foot Furnished Townhome Model at Lofts on 8th | Student Housing in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Scottsdale apartment is the ASP3x2.5 Model at Portola Red Mountain starting at $2,085 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the South Phoenix 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.
Lofts on 8th | Student HousingFurnished Townhome4BR,4.5BA$0.43
Portola Red MountainASP3x2.53BR,2.5BA$1.34
Mission Springs Apartment2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.25
Villas at PapagoTwo Bedroom Villas2BR,1BA$1.00
Tempe Horizons2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.36
Monterey Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.39
Arcadia 522x1a2BR,1BA$1.35
The Glen at Old TownA22BR,2BA$1.25
SoL2BR/2BA - Golden Cove2BR,2BA$1.18
Galaxy Estates2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.28

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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.

Scottsdale, AZ
Population: 255,310

Ranked #85

in US Census Population by City

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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 Valencia Park listed at $770.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scottsdale Apartment is $850 at Valencia Park.

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 $906 at Terrasol.

What is the most affordable Scottsdale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Scottsdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at SoL and starts from $1,135.

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