Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Papago Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ from $500 (112 Rentals)

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Papago, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Papago Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Papago area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Vista Village on Van Buren priced from $699. Valencia Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Papago apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista Village on Van BurenStudioStudio,1BA$699
Valencia ParkSonomaStudio,1BA$865
Coral GardensStudioStudio,1BA$899
Cactus CanyonOne Bedroom-One Bath1BR,1BA$899
Legacy Crossing I & IILG2 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$911
La TerrazaAlbaStudio,1BA$949
1431 N 35th St0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$949
Papago Crossing1x11BR,1BA$950
Prados Apartments at ArcadiaS1Studio,1BA$950
Arcadia on 49thSTUDIOStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Papago, AZ

As of April 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Papago 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 Papago apartment is the The Cardinal Model at Nido 18 starting at $2,095 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Papago apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gifford Groves3bd + Bonus Room / 2.5 bt3BR,2.5BA$1.47
Nido 18The Cardinal3BR,3BA$1.35
3010 E Yale St3010 E Yale St3BR,2BA$1.46
Parq at East ArcadiaB2 Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.54
Legacy Crossing I & IILG2 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.92
The Clubhouse at Arcadia1x11BR,1BA$1.35
Cactus CanyonTwo Bedroom - Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.26
New Horizons2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.36
Garden Terrace ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.54
434 N 42nd St, Unit 2434 N 42nd St1BR,1BA$1.46

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Papago, Phoenix, AZ

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Phoenix, Arizona. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Papago Neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

38 / 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 Papago Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Papago?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Papago is at Vista Village on Van Buren listed at $699.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Papago Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Papago Apartment is $868 at Vista Village on Van Buren.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Papago Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Papago is starting from $899 at Vista Village on Van Buren.

What is the most affordable Papago Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Papago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Legacy Crossing I & II and starts from $941.

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