
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McDowell Mountain Ranch Neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ from $1,000 (49 Rentals)
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Villa Montana

92Forty Scottsdale

The Allison Condominiums

Kota North Scottsdale

Huxley Scottsdale

Sonoran Vista

Scottsdale Highlands Apartments

The Aliante by Picerne
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San Carlos

The Core Scottsdale

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Vintage at Scottsdale

9393 E Palo Brea Bend

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Inspiration at Frank Lloyd Wright

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11333 N 92nd St

9550 E Thunderbird Rd, Unit 138, Unit 138

11011 N 92nd St, Unit 2084

15252 N 100th St

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Aspendale Scottsdale

15095 N Thompson Peak Pkwy

11333 N 92nd St, Unit 1003

8879 E Friess Dr, Unit Attached apartment, Unit Attached apartment

15050 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Unit 2042, Unit 2042
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11680 E Sahuaro Dr

9455 E Raintree Dr

15050 N Thompson Peak Pkwy

15050 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Unit 2053

9551 E Redfield Rd

9551 E Redfield Rd

15151 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd

16801 N 94th St

19475 N Grayhawk Dr
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Cabrillo

Casa Santa Fe

Ventana Apartments

Regents at Scottsdale

9550 E Thunderbird Rd

Camden Legacy

Camden San Marcos

9450 E Becker Ln
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Desert Parks Vista

Camden Foothills

14000 N 94th St, Unit 2195, Unit 2195

10925 E Hope Dr
McDowell Mountain Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McDowell Mountain Ranch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDowell Mountain Ranch Studio Apartments | $1,564 | $1,550 | $1,575 |
| McDowell Mountain Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $1,211 | $3,363 |
| McDowell Mountain Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,673 | $1,433 | $10,000+ |
| McDowell Mountain Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,014 | $2,210 | $6,646 |
| McDowell Mountain Ranch 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,410 | $7,410 | $7,410 |
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Cheapest Available McDowell Mountain Ranch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McDowell Mountain Ranch area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Jade Scottsdale priced from $1,211. Villa Montana has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable McDowell Mountain Ranch apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Scottsdale | Amethyst | 1BR,1BA | $1,211 |
| Villa Montana | Ventura | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Casa Santa Fe | 1X1-652 | 1BR,1BA | $1,309 |
| 92Forty Scottsdale | A1 Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1,406 |
| Kota North Scottsdale | A1 South | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Regents at Scottsdale | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $1,444 |
| Sonoran Vista | Pima | 1BR,1BA | $1,464 |
| Cabrillo | 2X1-915 | 2BR,1BA | $1,489 |
| Cortland Scottsdale Mountain | Quartz | 1BR,1BA | $1,501 |
| The Aliante by Picerne | 1c1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,509 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McDowell Mountain Ranch, AZ
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the McDowell Mountain Ranch area is the $1.94 price per square foot Carson Model at Scottsdale Highlands Apartments in the in the West Cactus neighborhood starting from $2,210. The second greatest value McDowell Mountain Ranch apartment is the Tallbot Model at The Allison Condominiums starting at $1,575 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the West Cactus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McDowell Mountain Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale Highlands Apartments | Carson | 3BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| The Allison Condominiums | Tallbot | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Cabrillo | 2X1-915 | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Desert Parks Vista | A2 Premier | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Vintage at Scottsdale | Belmont | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Sonoran Vista | Pima | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Aliante by Picerne | 1c1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Kota North Scottsdale | A1 South | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Casa Santa Fe | 1X1-652 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Jade Scottsdale | Amethyst | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Best Local Schools in Mcdowell Mountain Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McDowell Mountain Ranch Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McDowell Mountain Ranch Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McDowell Mountain Ranch Apartment is $1,211 at Jade Scottsdale.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McDowell Mountain Ranch Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McDowell Mountain Ranch is starting from $1,433 at Jade Scottsdale.
What is the most affordable McDowell Mountain Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap McDowell Mountain Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Regents at Scottsdale and starts from $1,799.
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