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property at 5312 E Taylor St

5312 E Taylor St

PhoenixAZ85008
property at 5900 E Thomas Rd

5900 E Thomas Rd

ScottsdaleAZ85251
property at 5900 E Thomas Rd

5900 E Thomas Rd

ScottsdaleAZ85251

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property at 3600 Hayden Rd

3600 Hayden Rd

ScottsdaleAZ85251
property at 2938 N 61st Pl

2938 N 61st Pl

ScottsdaleAZ85251

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property at 5995 N 78th St

5995 N 78th St

ScottsdaleAZ85250

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property at 7494 E Earll Dr

7494 E Earll Dr

ScottsdaleAZ85251
property at 4120 N 78th St

4120 N 78th St

ScottsdaleAZ85251
property at 7009 E Acoma Dr

7009 E Acoma Dr

ScottsdaleAZ85254
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Scottsdale, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scottsdale, AZ

Pricing Updated: 06/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Scottsdale, AZ area range in price from $950 to $60,000 with an overall median price of $19,264. The three Scottsdale neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Chaparral at $1,200, Desert View at $950, and McDowell Mountain at $1,395. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scottsdale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Chaparral$5,125$1,200108
Desert View$5,500$950163
McDowell Mountain$7,000$1,39597
Old Town Scottsdale$11,497$1,071307
Old Town$16,495$1,071119
Salt River Community$17,500$1,050171
Central Scottsdale$39,995$1,400152
Arcadia$51,000$1,45061

Cheapest Available Scottsdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Scottsdale, AZ is a Studio unit found at Valencia Park in the South Phoenix neighborhood priced from $785. Prados Apartments at Arcadia in the South Phoenix neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scottsdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valencia ParkSonomaStudio,1BA$785
Prados Apartments at ArcadiaS1Studio,1BA$799
Senara Apartments0 bedroom, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$880
Papago Gardens ApartmentsSantorini Villas - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$896
Monterey VillageS1 | StudioStudio,1BA$899
Scottsdale GatewayBayStudio,1BA$902
TerrasolA11BR,1BA$914
Arcadia on 49thSTUDIOStudio,1BA$952
La TerrazaAlbaStudio,1BA$982
The Willowbrook Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scottsdale, AZ

As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scottsdale area is the $1.50 price per square foot Main House Model at 5418 E Yolantha St in the in the North Scottsdale neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Scottsdale apartment is the 2x2 Model at Monterey Apartments starting at $1,399 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scottsdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5418 E Yolantha StMain House3BR,2.5BA$1.50
Monterey Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.39
Morningside Apartments2 bedroom, 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.48
Papago Crossing2x22BR,2BA$1.43
Nine20 TempeB12BR,2BA$1.39
Boulder Creek ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.54
Solaire on ScottsdaleManhattan2BR,1BA$1.48
Garden Terrace ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50
The Willowbrook Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.52
TerrasolA11BR,1BA$1.47

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Frequently Asked Questions about Scottsdale

What type of rentals are currently available in Scottsdale?

There are currently 950 Apartments for Rent in Scottsdale, AZ with pricing that ranges from $700 to $25,000. There are also 1386 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scottsdale ranging from $900 to $60,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Scottsdale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Scottsdale ranges from $900 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,707.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Scottsdale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Scottsdale range from $840 to $16,785, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,225 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $700.

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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A Local Experts Guide to the Top 10 Budget Friendly Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ

Written by: Andrew Jollett

I'm Andrew, your ApartmHomeLiving.com local expert for Phoenix. My earliest memories of Phoenix date back to the mid-2000s when 2 of my sisters moved there (one for work and the other for school).

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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