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12123 W Bell Rd, Unit 313

12123 W Bell Rd

12221 W Bell Rd

The Residences at Stadium Village

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Bungalows on Sarival

La Borgata

Orchard Springs 55+ Apartments

12221 W Bell Rd, Unit 250

Promenade at Grand
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12221 W Bell Rd, Unit 182

12123 W Bell Rd, Unit 258

Harmony at Surprise

Sobremesa Villas

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Bungalows at Asante

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12123 W Bell Rd

12123 W Bell Rd, Unit Sunridge Condominiums

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Allora Surprise

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Alta Surprise
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Album Surprise 55+ Active Adult Living

Mera City Center 55+ Active Adult

17361 W Smoketree Dr, Unit B

Allasso Ranch

Sun Ridge

12221 W Bell Rd, Unit 175

The Statler

Vistoria On Mountain View
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Vistoria On Greenway

Springs at Stadium Village

TerraLane on Cotton

Estia at Zanjero Trails

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The Village at West Point

12731 W Tasha Dr

12730 W Amy Dr

Avilla Meadows

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The Montgomery at Rancho Mercado

14950 W Mountain View Blvd, Unit 7205

Vistoria At Marley Park

Estia Surprise Farms

Elanto at Prisada

14862 W Pershing St

Hayden Farms Townhomes

14575 W Mountain View Blvd, Unit 11103

14743 N 177th Ave

The Fountains at Lake Pleasant
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Surprise, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Surprise?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Surprise Studio Apartments | $1,395 | $1,299 | $1,479 |
| Cheap Surprise 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $999 | $2,800 |
| Cheap Surprise 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $1,199 | $4,696 |
| Cheap Surprise 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $1,600 | $3,612 |
| Cheap Surprise 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $1,773 | $4,378 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Surprise, AZ
Pricing Updated: 07/14/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Surprise | $3,247 | $1,520 | 147 |
| Lake Pleasant | $3,349 | $725 | 1056 |
Cheapest Available Surprise Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Surprise, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Sun Ridge in the Deer Valley neighborhood priced from $800. The Fountains at Lake Pleasant in the Deer Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Surprise apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Ridge | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Fountains at Lake Pleasant | La Jolla` | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| 10880 W Coggins Dr | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Residences at Stadium Village | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,134 |
| La Borgata | Positano | 1BR,1BA | $1,188 |
| Deer Valley Gardens | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Statler | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,224 |
| Vistoria On Mountain View | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,243 |
| Promenade at Grand | The Newport | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
| Vistoria On Greenway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,261 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Surprise, AZ
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Surprise area is the $1.29 price per square foot Easton Model at Broadway North at Mason Ranch in the in the Harmony at Desert Oasis neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Surprise apartment is the 3 Bed /2.5 Bath Model at Ironwood Homes at The Rosefield starting at $1,868 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Greer Ranch Heritage neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Surprise apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway North at Mason Ranch | Easton | 4BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Ironwood Homes at The Rosefield | 3 Bed /2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.48 |
| Town Surprise | Chicago | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.52 |
| La Fontaine at Sun City | Ocotillo | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Village On Greenway in El Mirage | OPEN HOUSE | Luxurious First-Floor 2-Bed, 2-Bat... | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Wyngate Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 10880 W Coggins Dr | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Arterra Apartments | 2AV (Audio/Visual Accessible) | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| The Fountains at Lake Pleasant | Santa Fe | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Sun Ridge | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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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 The Statler listed at $1,224.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Surprise Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Surprise Apartment is $800 at Sun Ridge.
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 $1,199 at The Fountains at Lake Pleasant.
What is the most affordable Surprise Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Surprise Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arterra Apartments and starts from $1,661.
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