Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City South Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (72 Rentals)

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Central City South, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central City South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City South area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at McCarty on Monroe priced from $647. Marquee has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $670. Here are the most affordable Central City South apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
McCarty on Monroe1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$647
MarqueeOne Bedroom 559 Sq Ft A1BR,1BA$670
Victory Place I-IVStudioStudio,1BA$720
Ascent on BroadwayStudioStudio,1BA$720
Roosevelt PointD24BR,4BA$875
16th Ave ApartmentsStudio/1 BathStudio,1BA$895
Matthew Henson Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$927
X PhoenixCOLIVING Suites in 4 BR/4BAStudio,1BA$950
VB on 12thA1 - StudioStudio,1BA$964
TerraceVue1st Floor 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City South, AZ

As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City South area is the $1.55 price per square foot One Bedroom Garden Model at Matthew Henson Apartments in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,083. The second greatest value Central City South apartment is the The Arena - 60 Model at ReNue Downtown Apartments starting at $1,199 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Matthew Henson ApartmentsOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.55
ReNue Downtown ApartmentsThe Arena - 601BR,1BA$1.73
McCarty on Monroe1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$0.93
601 PaxA11BR,1BA$2.06
Willetta ApartmentsWoodhaven1BR,1BA$1.82
Dahlia VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.83
MarqueeOne Bedroom 559 Sq Ft A1BR,1BA$1.04
Roosevelt SquareStudio A1Studio ,1BA$2.04
Victory Place I-IVStudioStudio ,1BA$1.50
Ascent on BroadwayStudioStudio ,1BA$1.76

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Central City South, Phoenix, AZ

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Among neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Phoenix. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Central City South Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Central City South Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central City South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central City South is at Victory Place I-IV listed at $720.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City South Apartment is $647 at McCarty on Monroe.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central City South Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City South is starting from $926 at Ascent on Broadway.

What is the most affordable Central City South Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central City South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Roosevelt Point and starts from $925.

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