
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sonoran Regional Core Neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ from $1,300 (64 Rentals)
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Scottsdale Highlands Apartments

The Core Scottsdale

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IMT North Scottsdale

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Catherine Townhomes

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GlenEagles

One North Scottsdale Apartments

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Scottsdale Grand

Broadstone Scottsdale Quarter

The District at Scottsdale Apartments
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Avion on Legacy

Modera Kierland

Furnished Studio-Phoenix - Scottsdale - North

The View at Cascade

EDGE at Grayhawk

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Vitri

The Aston North Scottsdale

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Inspiration at Frank Lloyd Wright

15095 N Thompson Peak Pkwy
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15252 N 100th St

The Quincy at Kierland

Hideaway North Scottsdale

9393 E Palo Brea Bend

15095 N Thompson Peak Pkwy

20100 N 78th Pl

15050 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Unit 2042

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Soltra Kierland

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15050 N Thompson Peak Pkwy

20801 N 90th Pl

Modera Scottsdale

Residences Kierland

15151 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd

19777 N 76th St, Unit 1349

Modera Reserve

20121 N 76th St

15550 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd

15221 N Clubgate Dr
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The Nines at Kierland

Regents at Scottsdale

Camden Legacy

Elite North Scottsdale

The Halsten at Chauncey Lane

San Milan

Desert Parks Vista

Camden Foothills

San Bellara

The Nines at Kierland
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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 | $1,736 | $1,450 | $2,258 |
| Sonoran Regional Core 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $1,410 | $10,000+ |
| Sonoran Regional Core 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,844 | $1,605 | $10,000+ |
| Sonoran Regional Core 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,492 | $2,030 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 64 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 1 Bed unit found at Regents at Scottsdale priced from $1,384. Ninety Degrees has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Sonoran Regional Core apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regents at Scottsdale | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,384 |
| Ninety Degrees | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Ascent North Scottsdale | The Scott | 1BR,1BA | $1,458 |
| The Core Scottsdale | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,510 |
| GlenEagles | The Shetland | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| One North Scottsdale Apartments | Heron | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Scottsdale Grand | A0S | Studio,1BA | $1,579 |
| Desert Club | A2R | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| The District at Scottsdale Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,612 |
| Modera Kierland | S01 | Studio,1BA | $1,647 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sonoran Regional Core, AZ
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sonoran Regional Core area is the $2.11 price per square foot Juniper - Deluxe Model at Hideaway North Scottsdale in the in the Sonoran Regional Core neighborhood starting from $2,477. The second greatest value Sonoran Regional Core apartment is the Carson Model at Scottsdale Highlands Apartments starting at $2,210 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the West Cactus 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hideaway North Scottsdale | Juniper - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| Scottsdale Highlands Apartments | Carson | 3BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| EDGE at Grayhawk | Tesero | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| Avion on Legacy | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Desert Parks Vista | A2 Premier | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Catherine Townhomes | Cartagena | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| One North Scottsdale Apartments | Phoenix | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| GlenEagles | The Shetland | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Regents at Scottsdale | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Ascent North Scottsdale | The Scott | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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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 Regents at Scottsdale which is listed at $1,384, while the average apartment in Sonoran Regional Core costs $4,497.
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 68 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 $212 which is $4,285 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sonoran Regional Core.
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