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property at 5312 E Taylor St

5312 E Taylor St

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5900 E Thomas Rd

ScottsdaleAZ85251
property at 5900 E Thomas Rd

5900 E Thomas Rd

ScottsdaleAZ85251

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5995 N 78th St

ScottsdaleAZ85250

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3500 Hayden Rd

ScottsdaleAZ85251
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3600 Hayden Rd

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4120 N 78th St

ScottsdaleAZ85251
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Scottsdale, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Scottsdale, AZ

Pricing Updated: 04/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Scottsdale, AZ area range in price from $855 to $25,000 with an overall median price of $4,559. The three Scottsdale neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Salt River Community at $899, Desert View at $925, and McDowell Mountain at $1,350. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Scottsdale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Salt River Community$2,620$899267
Desert View$2,699$925478
McDowell Mountain$2,860$1,35029
Arcadia$3,500$855141
Old Town$3,500$1,000235
Chaparral$4,893$1,106112
Central Scottsdale$7,760$1,244103
Old Town Scottsdale$8,640$923490

Cheapest Available Scottsdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Scottsdale, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Royal Palms Apartments in the Downtown Scottsdale neighborhood priced from $837. Valencia Park in the South Phoenix neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scottsdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Royal Palms ApartmentsRoyal Palms 1/11BR,1BA$837
Valencia ParkCoronado1BR,1BA$870
Papago Gardens ApartmentsSantorini Villas - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$896
Prados Apartments at ArcadiaS1Studio,1BA$899
Arcadia on 49thSTUDIOStudio,1BA$922
Scottsdale GatewayBayStudio,1BA$923
Senara Apartments0 bedroom, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$930
La TerrazaAlbaStudio,1BA$949
TerrasolA11BR,1BA$956
The Willowbrook Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scottsdale, AZ

As of April 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scottsdale area is the $0.59 price per square foot Furnished Townhome Model at Lofts on 8th | Student Housing in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $1,099. The second greatest value Scottsdale apartment is the 1211 N. Miller Road Model at 1211 N. Miller Road, Unit 260 starting at $1,650 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scottsdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts on 8th | Student HousingFurnished Townhome4BR,4.5BA$0.59
1211 N. Miller Road, Unit 2601211 N. Miller Road2BR,2BA$1.38
Scottsdale SerrentoTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.29
Parq at East ArcadiaB2 Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.39
Monterey Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.39
New Horizons2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.47
Nine20 TempeB12BR,2BA$1.39
VentanaOne Bedroom One Bath A1, A21BR,1BA$1.45
The Glen at Old TownA11BR,1BA$1.36
Gateway at Tempe2x2 L Renovated2BR,2BA$1.36

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Frequently Asked Questions about Scottsdale

What type of rentals are currently available in Scottsdale?

There are currently 956 Apartments for Rent in Scottsdale, AZ with pricing that ranges from $650 to $25,000. There are also 1240 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scottsdale ranging from $850 to $60,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Scottsdale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Scottsdale ranges from $850 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,579.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Scottsdale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Scottsdale range from $840 to $16,672, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $28,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $650.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Experts Guide to the Top 10 Budget Friendly Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ

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I'm Andrew, your ApartmHomeLiving.com local expert for Phoenix. My earliest memories of Phoenix date back to the mid-2000s when 2 of my sisters moved there (one for work and the other for school).

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.