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Scottsdale 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 28, 2025

There are currently 700 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Scottsdale, AZ that range in price from $875 to $25,000. Desert View, Old Town Scottsdale and Salt River Community are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Scottsdale with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Desert View201$1,594$899
Old Town Scottsdale152$1,737$1,000
Salt River Community133$1,460$949
Old Town90$2,002$1,000
Arcadia43$1,618$999
Chaparral42$2,315$1,206
Central Scottsdale34$1,600$1,264
McDowell Mountain5$1,511$875

Largest Available Scottsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Scottsdale, AZ is found at Soltra Kierland in the West Cactus neighborhood and is 1,505 square feet priced from $3,864. Northbend in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,339 square feet and currently listed start at $2,601. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Scottsdale:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Soltra KierlandA131,505 Sq Ft$3,864
NorthbendW - Live / Work1,339 Sq Ft$2,601
Hideaway North ScottsdaleSaguaro1,175 Sq Ft$2,075
Optima Kierland Apartments7190-151,145 Sq Ft$5,368
San Artes1 Bed/1 Bath1,137 Sq Ft$2,335
Envy Residences1 Bedroom plus Den1,114 Sq Ft$3,250
Smith & RioB81,105 Sq Ft$2,378
San Travesia1 BED/1 BATH (229-1c)1,077 Sq Ft$1,875
The Scottsdale GrandA7.11,069 Sq Ft$2,860

Cheapest Available Scottsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Scottsdale, AZ is the Royal Palms 1/1 Model starting from $837 at Royal Palms Apartments in the Downtown Scottsdale neighborhood. The second most affordable Scottsdale 1 Bedroom is the Coronado Model at Valencia Park starting at $890 in the South Phoenix neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Scottsdale is currently $2,055. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Scottsdale:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Royal Palms ApartmentsRoyal Palms 1/1$837
Valencia ParkCoronado$890
Papago Crossing1x1$950
TerrasolA1$970
Senara Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$980
Papago Gardens ApartmentsSantorini Villas - 1 Bedroom$985
Emerson Square1 Bed 1 Bath$999
Monterey VillageA3 | 1x1 | Large Affordable$1,008
Scottsdale GatewayBayonne$1,022
Papago VistaMedium One Bedroom$1,025

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Scottsdale Overview

Scottsdale is a vibrant city that's regularly ranked among the top most desirable cities to call home. Thanks to its close proximity to Arizona's capital city Phoenix, Scottsdale has adopted quite a bustling urban center where art, shopping, dining, and tons of entertainment can be found all year long. Set atop the stunning Sonoran Desert and nestled next to the McDowell Mountains, Scottsdale has something for everybody. Having so much to do and so many great options for Scottsdale apartments available makes life here fantastic!

Why live in Scottsdale, AZ?

Despite the fact that the Phoenix Metro area, which includes Scottsdale, has grown up as a resort town, Scottsdale is a surprisingly affordable place to live when compared to other cities in the United States. The culture boasts of an interesting combination of Wild, Wild West meets Urban Chic, and the near-perfect weather is happy to welcome people all year long. It's a casual town where folks are friendly and inviting, and there's plenty to do on any given day.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Scottsdale, AZ

Ranked #6

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Scottsdale, AZ

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Scottsdale Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Scottsdale with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Scottsdale is at Royal Palms Apartments listed at $837.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Scottsdale Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Scottsdale is $2,055.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Scottsdale Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Scottsdale is a 1,505 square feet unit starting from $3,864 at Soltra Kierland.

What is the average size for Scottsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Scottsdale is currently 743 sq ft.

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