
Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Scottsdale, AZ from $600 (81 Rentals)
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Shadow Ridge Apartments

Polanco

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Visconti at Camelback

Scottsdale Serrento

Desert Horizon

The Vintage

Villa Montana

Scottsdale Suites Apartments

Calista
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Denim Scottsdale

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The Cortesian Apartments

Miramonte

MAA SkySong

Oasis at Scottsdale

Oakmar Apartments

Ninety Degrees

The Viridian Apartments

Sonoran Vista
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Huxley Scottsdale

Morningside at Scottsdale Ranch

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Emory Old Town

La Alegre

The Aliante by Picerne

Anacosta at McCormick Ranch

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IMT North Scottsdale

Las Aguas Apartments

The Core Scottsdale

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Catherine Townhomes
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Broadstone Scottsdale Quarter

Vintage at Scottsdale

Furnished Studio-Phoenix - Scottsdale - North

The View at Cascade

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La Privada

Moderne Apartments

Furnished Studio-Phoenix - Scottsdale - Old Town

San Marin At The Civic Center

Inspiration at Frank Lloyd Wright

11333 N 92nd St
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El Dorado Apartments

The Rise @ Old Town

SITE Scottsdale

Cabrillo

The Bixby

MaCallister Scottsdale

Carter

San Travesia

Optima Sonoran Village

Santorini Villa Apartments
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Scottsdale, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scottsdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale Studio Apartments | $1,576 | $799 | $3,365 |
| Scottsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| Scottsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,439 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Scottsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,710 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Scottsdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $715 | $10,000+ |
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Read ArticleExpert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for College Renters
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Best Local Schools in Scottsdale, AZ
Desert Mountain High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scottsdale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Scottsdale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Scottsdale is under $940.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Scottsdale?
The cheapest apartment in Scottsdale is Papago Vista which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Scottsdale costs $5,990.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Scottsdale?
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 31 regular apartments in Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale?
Cheap apartments in Scottsdale have an average cost of $169 which is $5,821 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Scottsdale.
Expert Rental Resources
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I never attended school in Phoenix. While living there for some time, I often longed to join in on the fun and adventure I saw students from a number of colleges in the area.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.