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12123 W Bell Rd

SurpriseAZ85378

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Bell Mirage Estates
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bell Mirage Estates

16629 N Greasewood StSurprise, AZ 85378
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The Statler
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Statler

14560 W Greenway RdSurprise, AZ 85379
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La Borgata
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Borgata

16671 N Litchfield RdSurprise, AZ 85374
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TerraLane on Cotton
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

TerraLane on Cotton

17180 W Sweetwater AveSurprise, AZ 85388
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Avilla Meadows
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Avilla Meadows

15400 W Waddell RdSurprise, AZ 85379
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Arterra Apartments
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Arterra Apartments

13500 N Cotton LnSurprise, AZ 85388

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Village On Greenway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village On Greenway

12945 W Greenway RdEl Mirage, AZ 85335
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Avilla Grand
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Avilla Grand

11755 W Thompson Ranch RdEl Mirage, AZ 85335

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Surprise, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Surprise, AZ

Pricing Updated: 11/06/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Surprise, AZ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Surprise Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Surprise$3,299$1,324197
Lake Pleasant$4,300$7001257

Cheapest Available Surprise Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Surprise, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Allora Surprise in the Surprise Farms neighborhood priced from $1,284. Christopher Todd Communities On Greenway in the Heritage at Royal Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,285. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Surprise apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Allora SurpriseA11BR,1BA$1,284
Christopher Todd Communities On GreenwaySeaside1BR,1BA$1,285
Villas at Mountain Vista Ranch1x1 819sf Avanti Renovation1BR,1BA$1,299
Christopher Todd Communities on Mountain ViewSeaside1BR,1BA$1,306
The Village at West PointMolise1BR,1BA$1,324
Alta SurpriseE2Studio,1BA$1,330
The Residences at Stadium Village1x1A1BR,1BA$1,333
The Statler1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,365
Village On GreenwayVG-2-Bed 2-Bath 3rd Floor2BR,2BA$1,375
TerraLane on Cotton1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Surprise, AZ

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Surprise area is the $1.34 price per square foot 4 Bed / 2.5 Bath Model at Ironwood Homes at The Rosefield in the in the Greer Ranch Heritage neighborhood starting from $2,228. The second greatest value Surprise apartment is the Haven Model at Townhomes at Sunnyside starting at $1,895 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Regal at Veramonte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Surprise apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ironwood Homes at The Rosefield4 Bed / 2.5 Bath4BR,2.5BA$1.34
Townhomes at SunnysideHaven3BR,2.5BA$1.50
11933 W Soledad St, Unit tbd11933 W Soledad St3BR,2BA$1.40
Sierra VerdeC2BR,2BA$1.42
Villas at Mountain Vista Ranch3x2 1159 Avanti Renovation3BR,2BA$1.60
The Place at Fountains at Sun CityOcotillo2BR,2BA$1.33
Wyngate ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.45
Harmony at SurpriseSymmetry2BR,2BA$1.34
Village On GreenwayReceive up to $250 off your first month's rent!...2BR,2BA$1.34
Christopher Todd Communities At Marley ParkSunset2BR,2BA$1.66

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A Phoenix Expert's Relocation Guide: Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near Banner, ASU, & Amazon

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Expert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for College Renters

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Surprise, AZ
Population: 138,161

Ranked #199

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Surprise, AZ

Ranked #170

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Surprise, AZ

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 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 Surprise Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Surprise?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Surprise is at Alta Surprise listed at $1,330.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Surprise Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Surprise Apartment is $1,284 at Allora Surprise.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Surprise Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Surprise is starting from $1,375 at Village On Greenway.

What is the most affordable Surprise Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Surprise Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harmony at Surprise and starts from $1,666.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.