
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Scottsdale Neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ from $900 (45 Rentals)
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Villa Montana

Evara Living

Mosaic

Del Sol

The Aliante by Picerne

10115 E Mountain View Rd, Unit 2035

9451 E Becker Ln, Unit 1018

Anacosta at McCormick Ranch
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9355 N 91st St

9445 N 94th Pl

11375 E Sahuaro Dr, Unit 1041

11375 E Sahuaro Dr

11375 E Sahuaro Dr, Unit 1070

9600 N 96th St, Unit 121

10444 N 69th St

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Morningside at Scottsdale Ranch

9275 E Mission Ln
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11680 E Sahuaro Dr

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La Privada

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Montclair Scottsdale

9708 E Vía Linda, Unit 1357

9750 N 94th Pl

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9270 E Mission Ln, Unit SI ID1546034P

9775 N 93rd Way

9460 E Mission Ln
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9745 N 95th St

9451 E Becker Ln, Unit 1037B

Frank's on Shea

Cabrillo

Casa Santa Fe

10055 E Mountainview Lake Dr

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Camden Montierra

8787 E Mountain View Rd
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8256 E Arabian Trail

9600 N 96th St

Camden San Paloma

9450 N 95th St

Patek Philippe Luxury Apartments

10115 E Mountain View Rd

9711 E Mountain View Rd

10444 N 69th St

10444 N 69th St, Unit 107
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Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Scottsdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Scottsdale Studio Apartments | $1,703 | $1,627 | $1,780 |
| Central Scottsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,094 | $1,255 | $4,000 |
| Central Scottsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,965 | $1,480 | $6,000 |
| Central Scottsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,066 | $1,966 | $5,500 |
| Central Scottsdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,357 | $8,892 | $10,000+ |
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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 Cabrillo priced from $1,244. Casa Santa Fe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Central Scottsdale apartments for rent in Scottsdale, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabrillo | 1X1-650 | 1BR,1BA | $1,244 |
| Casa Santa Fe | 1X1-695 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Villa Montana | Ventura | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Mosaic | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $1,354 |
| Del Sol | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,441 |
| The Aliante by Picerne | 1a1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| Cortland Scottsdale Mountain | Quartz | 1BR,1BA | $1,507 |
| Anacosta at McCormick Ranch | Massena (A-4) | 1BR,1BA | $1,558 |
| Evara Living | Rose | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Morningside at Scottsdale Ranch | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,716 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Scottsdale, AZ
As of September 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Scottsdale area is the $1.68 price per square foot B1 Model at Morningside at Scottsdale Ranch in the in the Via Linda Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,716. The second greatest value Central Scottsdale apartment is the 1X1 Desert Palm Model at La Privada starting at $1,836 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Via Linda Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Scottsdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morningside at Scottsdale Ranch | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| La Privada | 1X1 Desert Palm | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Anacosta at McCormick Ranch | Massena (A-4) | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Mosaic | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Del Sol | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| The Aliante by Picerne | 1b1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Cortland Scottsdale Mountain | Quartz | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Casa Santa Fe | 1X1-652 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Cabrillo | 1X1-650 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Villa Montana | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
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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 $1,244 at Cabrillo.
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 $1,469 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 Casa Santa Fe and starts from $1,779.
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