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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Community room
  • Covered parking
  • 24-hour maintenance
  • Dedicated management team
  • Relaxing courtyards

Location

248 E Ruth Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020, USA
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La Cascada I Apartments

Leasing office

(928) 232-6179

Property Overview

La Cascada I Apartments offers a strong overall rental experience, with an 8.2 Zumper rating, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location. It also stands out for value, nearby schools, and pet-friendly access, while features like covered parking, a community room, 24-hour maintenance, a dedicated management team, and relaxing courtyards add everyday appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.2
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, La Cascada I Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, La Cascada I Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath1 bed1 bath300 sqft$750 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to La Cascada I Apartments Located in the heart of Central Phoenix. Our beautifully landscaped community features serene ponds, inviting courtyards, and a welcoming atmosphere. With a dedicated management team, La Cascada is designed to make you feel right at home. Contact us today, and let our friendly staff help you find the perfect apartment! Community Amenities: • 24-hour maintenance for your peace of mind • Scenic ponds and relaxing courtyards • Community room for socializing and events • Covered parking for added convenience Discover the charm and comfort of La Cascada I—your ideal senior living destination in Central Phoenix!

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Amenities for La Cascada I Apartments

Appliances

Garbage DisposalOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About La Cascada I Apartments

HomeApartments in Phoenix La Cascada I Apartments

Welcome to La Cascada I Apartments Located in the heart of Central Phoenix. Our beautifully landscaped community features serene ponds, inviting courtyards, and a welcoming atmosphere. With a dedicated management team, La Cascada is designed to make you feel right at home. Contact us today, and let our friendly staff help you find the perfect apartment! Community Amenities: • 24-hour maintenance for your peace of mind • Scenic ponds and relaxing courtyards • Community room for socializing and events • Covered parking for added convenience Discover the charm and comfort of La Cascada I—your ideal senior living destination in Central Phoenix!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.2
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, La Cascada I Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, La Cascada I Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated La Cascada I Apartments
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, La Cascada I Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
La Cascada I Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, La Cascada I Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
La Cascada I Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust La Cascada I Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
La Cascada I Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

La Cascada I Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How La Cascada I Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Phoenix

1-bedroom apartments at La Cascada I Apartments cost about 37% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Phoenix.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Phoenix
A table of studio rental data trends in Phoenix
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,097
September 2024$1,095
October 2024$1,065
November 2024$1,051
December 2024$1,049
January 2025$1,070
February 2025$1,072
March 2025$1,038
April 2025$1,000
May 2025$1,000
June 2025$999
July 2025$995
August 2025$995
September 2025$995
October 2025$986
November 2025$960
December 2025$981
January 2026$988
February 2026$961
March 2026$950
April 2026$963
May 2026$948
June 2026$950
July 2026$924
August 2026$931

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$30,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near La Cascada I Apartments

Desert View Elementary School

8621 n 3rd st

phoenix, AZ, 85020

PK, K-6Public
C+

Foundation for Blind Children Preschool

1234 e northern ave

phoenix, AZ, 85020

PKPublic

Phoenix Day School for the Deaf

7654 n 19th ave

phoenix, AZ, 85021

PK, K-12Public

ASDB - ELP Phoenix Day School for the Deaf Preschool

1946 w morten ave

phoenix, AZ, 85021

PKPublic

Abraham Lincoln Traditional School

10444 n 39th ave

phoenix, AZ, 85051

PK, K-8Public
B+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Phoenix near 248 E Ruth Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 248 E Ruth Ave, Phoenix

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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Walmart Neighborhood Market
115 E Dunlap Ave
Orange Food Store
8843 N Central Ave
Country Market II
8941 N 12th St
Fry's Food
850 E Hatcher Rd
Orange Food Store
9409 N Cave Creek Rd

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