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3025 N 32nd StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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4815 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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5225-5227 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85018
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3525 E Pinchot AvePhoenix, AZ 85018
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3426 N 32nd StPhoenix, AZ 85018
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East Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Phoenix?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Phoenix Studio Apartments | $1,179 | $875 | $2,288 |
| East Phoenix 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $949 | $3,162 |
| East Phoenix 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,150 | $4,588 |
| East Phoenix 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,267 | $2,494 | $4,145 |
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Cheapest Available East Phoenix Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at The Retro on 32nd Street Apartments priced from $875. Prados Apartments at Arcadia has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable East Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retro on 32nd Street Apartments | RStudio_Half | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Prados Apartments at Arcadia | S1 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Cactus Canyon | One Bedroom-One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Arcadia on 49th | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Senara Apartments | 0 bedroom, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Escondido Apartments | S1 Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| 3525 E Pinchot Ave | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| Ava North & South | Ava North - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| Arcadia Gardens | 0x1a | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| La Terraza | Alba | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Phoenix, AZ
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Phoenix area is the $1.47 price per square foot 3bd + Bonus Room / 2.5 bt Model at Gifford Groves in the in the Downtown Phoenix neighborhood starting from $3,199. The second greatest value East Phoenix apartment is the The Campbell Model at Novella at Arcadia starting at $3,305 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Camelback East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Gifford Groves | 3bd + Bonus Room / 2.5 bt | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Novella at Arcadia | The Campbell | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.86 |
| Ara Residences | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.78 |
| 3402 E Pinchot Ave | 3402 E Pinchot Ave | 3BR,3BA | $1.88 |
| Parq at East Arcadia | B2 Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Cactus Canyon | Two Bedroom - Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Parq on 50th Apartments | Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Park Paloma | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 3525 E Pinchot Ave | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 4127 Arcadia | 1X1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Biltmore Preparatory Academy
Creighton Elementary District
Public School - Grades K-8 (544)
5 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in East Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Biltmore Preparatory Academy
Creighton Elementary District
Public School - Grades K-8 (544)
5 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including East Phoenix, Phoenix, and the greater Phoenix area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the East Phoenix Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Phoenix Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Phoenix?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Phoenix is under $1,080.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Phoenix?
The cheapest apartment in East Phoenix is Cactus Canyon which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in East Phoenix costs $3,199.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Phoenix?
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 76 regular apartments in East Phoenix 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 East Phoenix?
Cheap apartments in East Phoenix have an average cost of $102 which is $3,097 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Phoenix.
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