2238 E Polk St
PhoenixAZ85006
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $600 (21 Rentals)
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2237 E Taylor St
PhoenixAZ85006
328 N 11th Pl
PhoenixAZ85006
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X Phoenix
200 W Monroe StPhoenix, AZ 85003
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from $964Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
VB on 12th
220 N 12th StPhoenix, AZ 85034
1241 E McKinley St
PhoenixAZ85006
1210 E Van Buren St
PhoenixAZ85006
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Agave Court
125 N 18th StPhoenix, AZ 85034
1422 E Adams St
PhoenixAZ85034
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from $1,345Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Mason Oliver
11 S 12th StPhoenix, AZ 85034
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AVE Phoenix Sky
601 N 3rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85003
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The Battery
411 S 3rd StPhoenix, AZ 85004
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The Ryan
188 E Jefferson StPhoenix, AZ 85004
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Central City, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City Studio Apartments | $1,514 | $950 | $2,400 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,054 | $899 | $3,059 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,044 | $1,250 | $4,785 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,049 | $1,350 | $5,050 |
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Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at McCarty on Monroe priced from $647. X Phoenix has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCarty on Monroe | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
| X Phoenix | COLIVING Suites in 4 BR/4BA | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| VB on 12th | A1 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $964 |
| Agave Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Kenect Phoenix | Jr. Studio Furnished | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, AZ
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $3.33 price per square foot B1.1 Model at Adeline Luxury Living in the in the Central City neighborhood starting from $3,906. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 2x2 Model at Agave Court starting at $1,699 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Central City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adeline Luxury Living | B1.1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.33 |
| Agave Court | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| McCarty on Monroe | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Mason Oliver | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Battery | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| The Tailor | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| The Ryan | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
| 1933 E Monroe St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| AVE Phoenix Sky | E2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.17 |
| VB on 12th | A2 - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
Getting Around the Central City Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central City is under $1,530.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central City?
The cheapest apartment in Central City is McCarty on Monroe which is listed at $647, while the average apartment in Central City costs $3,075.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central City?
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 44 regular apartments in Central City 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 Central City?
Cheap apartments in Central City have an average cost of $417 which is $2,658 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central City.
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