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South Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Phoenix Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Phoenix area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Coral Gardens priced from $420. Sunrise Vista has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here are the most affordable South Phoenix apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Coral GardensStudioStudio,1BA$420
Sunrise VistaStudioStudio,1BA$450
Legacy Crossing I & II1 bedroom1BR,1BA$577
Tides on 51st0BD, 1BTHStudio,1BA$663
MarqueeOne Bedroom 559 Sq Ft A1BR,1BA$670
McCarty on Monroe1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$717
Victory Place I-IVStudioStudio,1BA$720
Ascent on BroadwayStudioStudio,1BA$720
Paradise Palms I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$739
Roosevelt PointD24BR,4BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Phoenix, AZ

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Phoenix area is the $0.53 price per square foot Furnished Townhome Model at Lofts on 8th | Student Housing in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value South Phoenix apartment is the 4 bed 3 bath Model at Raymond Place Townhomes starting at $2,200 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Phoenix apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts on 8th | Student HousingFurnished Townhome4BR,4.5BA$0.53
Raymond Place Townhomes4 bed 3 bath4BR,3BA$1.27
San MarinoA11BR,1BA$1.29
Glen at Mesa2 Bed 2 Bath - B12BR,2BA$1.27
454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Legacy Crossing I & IILG2 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.92
The Davenport2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.29
Paradise Palms I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
McCarty on Monroe1 Bedroom (A)1BR,1BA$1.04
MarqueeOne Bedroom 559 Sq Ft A1BR,1BA$1.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Phoenix

What type of rentals are currently available in South Phoenix?

There are currently 3426 Apartments for Rent in South Phoenix, AZ with pricing that ranges from $450 to $14,960. There are also 3208 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Phoenix ranging from $625 to $30,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Phoenix?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Phoenix ranges from $625 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,633.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Phoenix?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Phoenix range from $840 to $14,960, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $650.

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