Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desert View Neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ from $800 (52 Rentals)

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Mission Springs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Springs

16818 N 56th StScottsdale, AZ 85254
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Desert Horizon
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Horizon

16636 N 58th StScottsdale, AZ 85254

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Escarlata 31
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Escarlata 31

16645 N 31st StPhoenix, AZ 85032

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Desert View, Scottsdale, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Desert View Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Desert View area of Scottsdale, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Rancho La Fuente priced from $899. Saratoga Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Desert View apartments for rent in Scottsdale, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rancho La FuenteOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$899
Saratoga Ridge1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$915
Monte ViejoE1I-LStudio,1BA$975
Northerly ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
Desert Springs Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,049
Windsprings Apartments1 X 11BR,1BA$1,050
Escarlata 311 Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$1,100
CalistaA11BR,1BA$1,110
The Reserve on Cave CreekStudio with SunroomStudio,1BA$1,149
Paradise Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Small2BR,1BA$1,157

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert View, AZ

As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desert View area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Saratoga Ridge in the in the North Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,864. The second greatest value Desert View apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Sun Terrace Apartments starting at $1,499 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the North Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desert View apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Saratoga Ridge3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.56
Sun Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.44
Seventeen8052X2S2BR,2BA$1.37
Connect on UnionTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.51
Mountain View CasitasB20A2BR,2BA$1.38
La Serena at Toscana1x11BR,1BA$1.42
Buenas Paradise Valley$350 TOTAL MOVE-IN2BR,1BA$1.41
Paradise Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Small2BR,1BA$1.38
CalistaA11BR,1BA$1.61
Rancho La FuenteOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.58

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Desert View, Scottsdale, AZ

Ranked #14

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Arizona, including Scottsdale. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Desert View Neighborhood in Scottsdale, AZ

Walk Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Desert View Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Desert View?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Desert View is under $1,157.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Desert View?

The cheapest apartment in Desert View is Rancho La Fuente which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Desert View costs $11,136.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Desert View?

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 10 regular apartments in Desert View 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 Desert View?

Cheap apartments in Desert View have an average cost of $134 which is $11,002 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Desert View.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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 to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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