
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sonoran Regional Core Neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ from $1,215 (59 Rentals)
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Furnished Studio-Phoenix - Scottsdale - North

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GlenEagles

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Catherine Townhomes

15095 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Unit 2119

The Core Scottsdale

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Scottsdale Grand

The View at Cascade
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Modera Kierland

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Avion on Legacy

Inspiration at Frank Lloyd Wright

15050 N Thompson Peak Pky, Unit 1058

EDGE at Grayhawk

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The District at Scottsdale Apartments

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The Aston North Scottsdale

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Soltra Kierland

20100 N 78th Pl, Unit Apt 3088

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The Beverly

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20121 N 76th St

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The Nines at Kierland

Residences Kierland

15050 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Unit 2050

Modera Scottsdale

20750 N 87th St

16801 N 94th St

15151 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd

15252 N 100th St

The Regents at Scottsdale

The Nines at Kierland
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Camden Legacy

Elite North Scottsdale

15095 N Thompson Peak Pkwy

San Bellara

The Halsten at Chauncey Lane

San Milan

Camden Foothills

15225 N 100th St

San Artes

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Sonoran Regional Core, Scottsdale, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sonoran Regional Core?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonoran Regional Core Studio Apartments | $1,761 | $1,215 | $2,648 |
| Sonoran Regional Core 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $1,270 | $10,000+ |
| Sonoran Regional Core 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,848 | $1,505 | $7,705 |
| Sonoran Regional Core 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,322 | $2,042 | $10,000+ |
| Sonoran Regional Core 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,672 | $9,541 | $9,804 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sonoran Regional Core Neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Sonoran Regional Core Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sonoran Regional Core area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Ninety Degrees priced from $1,215. The Regents at Scottsdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,289. Here are the most affordable Sonoran Regional Core apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ninety Degrees | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,215 |
| The Regents at Scottsdale | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,289 |
| Scottsdale Highlands Apartments | Colorado | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| One North Scottsdale Apartments | Heron | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Desert Club | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| GlenEagles | The Shetland | 1BR,1BA | $1,532 |
| Ascent North Scottsdale | The Shea | 2BR,2BA | $1,559 |
| Scottsdale Grand | A0S | Studio,1BA | $1,629 |
| The View at Cascade | A3a, A3d | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Modera Kierland | S01 | Studio,1BA | $1,647 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sonoran Regional Core, AZ
As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sonoran Regional Core area is the $1.78 price per square foot Tesero Model at EDGE at Grayhawk in the in the Sonoran Regional Core neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Sonoran Regional Core apartment is the Falcon Model at One North Scottsdale Apartments starting at $2,240 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Sonoran Regional Core neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sonoran Regional Core apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDGE at Grayhawk | Tesero | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| One North Scottsdale Apartments | Falcon | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Ascent North Scottsdale | The Gainey | 3BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| The Nines at Kierland | 2x2 Super | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Avion on Legacy | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| The District at Scottsdale Apartments | A11D | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Catherine Townhomes | Barcelona | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Inspiration at Frank Lloyd Wright | The Sonoran | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| The Regents at Scottsdale | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| GlenEagles | The Shetland | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sonoran Regional Core Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sonoran Regional Core?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sonoran Regional Core is under $1,647.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sonoran Regional Core?
The cheapest apartment in Sonoran Regional Core is The Regents at Scottsdale which is listed at $1,289, while the average apartment in Sonoran Regional Core costs $2,328.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sonoran Regional Core?
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 53 regular apartments in Sonoran Regional Core 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 Sonoran Regional Core?
Cheap apartments in Sonoran Regional Core have an average cost of $184 which is $2,144 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sonoran Regional Core.
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