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Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Desert Ridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Desert Ridge area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Celia priced from $989. Monte Viejo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,115. Here are the most affordable Desert Ridge apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CeliaAspen1BR,1BA$989
Monte ViejoS11BR,1BA$1,115
NortherlyOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,250
Ventura VistaL1Studio,1BA$1,285
Ninety DegreesE2Studio,1BA$1,319

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Ridge, AZ

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desert Ridge area is the $1.52 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Aria on Cave Creek Apartments in the in the North Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,660. The second greatest value Desert Ridge apartment is the B2 (Topaz) Model at Sonterra Apartments at Paradise Valley starting at $1,889 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the North Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desert Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Aria on Cave Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.52
Sonterra Apartments at Paradise ValleyB2 (Topaz)2BR,2BA$1.77
IMT Desert RidgeB32BR,2BA$1.85
Seventeen8052X2S2BR,2BA$1.42
Connect on UnionTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.39
MontreuxA1LS1BR,1BA$2.06
Ventura VistaL1Studio ,1BA$1.46
The Reserve on Cave CreekOne B1BR,1BA$1.74
NortherlyOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$2.00
CeliaCrown1BR,1BA$2.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Ridge

What type of rentals are currently available in Desert Ridge?

There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Desert Ridge, AZ with pricing that ranges from $989 to $6,500. There are also 119 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Desert Ridge ranging from $950 to $22,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Desert Ridge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Desert Ridge ranges from $950 to $22,495 with an average monthly rent of $3,285.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Desert Ridge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Desert Ridge range from $1,738 to $6,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,998.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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