Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Scottsdale Neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ from $900 (63 Rentals)

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property at 9451 E Becker Ln

$1,495 - $3,600

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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9451 E Becker Ln

ScottsdaleAZ85260

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property at 9451 E Becker Ln

$1,550

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$1,550

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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9451 E Becker Ln, Unit 1018

9451 E Becker Ln
ScottsdaleAZ85260
property at 9430 E Mission Ln

$1,550 - $2,500

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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9430 E Mission Ln

ScottsdaleAZ85258
property at 9445 N 94th Pl

$1,675 - $1,800

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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9445 N 94th Pl

ScottsdaleAZ85258
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La Privada
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$1,740 - $6,543
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$1,740 - $6,543

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

La Privada

10255 E Via LindaScottsdale, AZ 85258
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property at 11011 N 92nd St

$1,750 - $6,000

2 Bedroom Rentals

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11011 N 92nd St

ScottsdaleAZ85260

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property at 11260 N 92nd St

$1,850 - $3,000

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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11260 N 92nd St

ScottsdaleAZ85260
property at 9460 E Mission Ln

$2,000 - $3,950

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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9460 E Mission Ln

ScottsdaleAZ85258

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property at 9460 E Mission Ln

$2,350

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$2,350

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

9460 E Mission Ln, Unit 116

9460 E Mission Ln
ScottsdaleAZ85258
property at 9600 N 96th St

$2,250 - $2,495

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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9600 N 96th St

ScottsdaleAZ85258
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Frank's on Shea
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Frank's on Shea

11375 E Sahuaro DrScottsdale, AZ 85259
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Cabrillo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cabrillo

11620 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
property at 9450 E Becker Ln

$1,325 - $4,300

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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9450 E Becker Ln

ScottsdaleAZ85260

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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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9450 N 95th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

9450 N 95th St

9450 N 95th StScottsdale, AZ 85258
property at 11333 N 92nd St

$1,950 - $7,500

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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11333 N 92nd St

ScottsdaleAZ85260

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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 $1,260. Casa Santa Fe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,269. Here are the most affordable Central Scottsdale apartments for rent in Scottsdale, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa MontanaVentura1BR,1BA$1,260
Casa Santa Fe1X1-6521BR,1BA$1,269
Evara LivingCopper1BR,1BA$1,349
Del Sol1A1BR,1BA$1,358
MosaicEmerald1BR,1BA$1,401
Cabrillo2X2-9352BR,2BA$1,419
Jade ScottsdaleGarnet1BR,1BA$1,451
Cortland Scottsdale MountainQuartz1BR,1BA$1,482
Anacosta at McCormick RanchCatania (A-2)1BR,1BA$1,519
La Privada1X1 Desert Palm1BR,1BA$1,740

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Scottsdale, AZ

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Scottsdale area is the $1.75 price per square foot C1 Model at Morningside at Scottsdale Ranch in the in the Via Linda Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,155. The second greatest value Central Scottsdale apartment is the 2a2 Model at The Aliante by Picerne starting at $1,969 with a $1.68 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.
Morningside at Scottsdale RanchC13BR,2BA$1.75
The Aliante by Picerne2a22BR,2BA$1.68
Villa MontanaSantiago2BR,2BA$2.01
Cabrillo2X1-9152BR,1BA$1.62
La Privada1X1 Desert Palm1BR,1BA$2.01
MosaicEmerald1BR,1BA$1.94
Jade ScottsdaleGarnet1BR,1BA$2.04
Del Sol1A1BR,1BA$1.94
Cortland Scottsdale MountainQuartz1BR,1BA$2.22
Casa Santa Fe1X1-6521BR,1BA$1.95

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Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ

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

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2.5
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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 $1,260 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 $1,419 at Cabrillo.

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 $1,738.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.