Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Scottsdale Neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ from $900 (28 Rentals)

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property at 9450 N 94th Pl

9450 N 94th Pl

ScottsdaleAZ85258
property at 9340 N 92nd St

9340 N 92nd St

ScottsdaleAZ85258

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11260 N 92nd St

ScottsdaleAZ85260
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11375 E Sahuaro Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

11375 E Sahuaro Dr

11375 E Sahuaro DrScottsdale, AZ 85259
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Casa Santa Fe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Santa Fe

11105 N 115th StScottsdale, AZ 85259

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Camden Montierra
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Camden Montierra

9850 N 73rd StScottsdale, AZ 85258
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Camden San Paloma
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Camden San Paloma

6980 E Sahuaro DrScottsdale, AZ 85254

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Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Scottsdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Scottsdale area of Scottsdale, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Montana priced from $1,225. Casa Santa Fe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,409. Here are the most affordable Central Scottsdale apartments for rent in Scottsdale, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa MontanaSierra1BR,1BA$1,225
Casa Santa Fe2X2-8802BR,2BA$1,409
Jade ScottsdaleJasper2BR,2BA$1,471
Cortland Scottsdale MountainQuartz1BR,1BA$1,480
Del Sol1A1BR,1BA$1,516
Anacosta at McCormick RanchCatania (A-2)1BR,1BA$1,519
MosaicCobalt2BR,2BA$1,575
Cabrillo2X2-9702BR,2BA$1,599
La Privada2X2 Cactus Flower2BR,2BA$1,648
The Aliante by Picerne2b22BR,2BA$1,769

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Scottsdale, AZ

As of November 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Scottsdale area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2X2 Cactus Flower Model at La Privada in the in the Via Linda Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,648. The second greatest value Central Scottsdale apartment is the 2b2 Model at The Aliante by Picerne starting at $1,769 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the McDowell Mountain Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Scottsdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
La Privada2X2 Cactus Flower2BR,2BA$1.36
The Aliante by Picerne2b22BR,2BA$1.55
MorningsideB12BR,2BA$2.13
Cabrillo2X2-9702BR,2BA$1.65
Casa Santa Fe2X2-8802BR,2BA$1.60
MosaicJade1BR,1BA$2.28
Del Sol1A1BR,1BA$2.17
Cortland Scottsdale MountainQuartz1BR,1BA$2.22
Anacosta at McCormick RanchCatania (A-2)1BR,1BA$2.34
Villa MontanaSierra1BR,1BA$2.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ

Ranked #32

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 the Central Scottsdale Neighborhood in Scottsdale, AZ

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Scottsdale Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Scottsdale Apartment is $1,225 at Villa Montana.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Scottsdale is starting from $1,409 at Casa Santa Fe.

What is the most affordable Central Scottsdale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Scottsdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mosaic and starts from $1,709.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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Written by: Trey Huguley

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