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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Pet-friendly community
  • Resort-style living

Location

14435 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
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Management

Willow Bridge

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Leasing office

(520) 652-3248

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm MST

Property Overview

San Melia features an impressive overall rating of 9.6 from Zumper, with exceptional scores in amenities, location, and quality, reflecting its premier status among rental properties. It is competitively priced, offering remarkable value, while maintaining transparency and trustworthiness in its management. Notable features include a pet-friendly community and various amenities that cater to an active and social lifestyle, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a vibrant living environment.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, San Melia is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

Whitesand1 bed1 bath728 sqft$1,335–$1,716 /mo3 units available
Waterfall1 bed1 bath919 sqft$1,368–$1,797 /mo3 units available
Desert Bloom2 bed2 bath954 sqft$1,530–$1,549 /mo3 units available
Palm Breeze2 bed2 bath1,053 sqft$1,596–$1,687 /mo3 units available
Coral Bay3 bed2 bath1,345 sqft$2,322–$2,412 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for San Melia

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Ceiling FanCentral Heat
Corner UnitFireplace
HeatingPatio
Window Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherFull Size Washer and Dryer
Garbage DisposalIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
Refrigerator

Building

Business CenterCats OK
ClubhouseControlled Access
Dogs OKFitness Center
Free WeightsGroup Exercise
Recreation RoomResidents Lounge
SaunaTV Lounge

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBasketball Courts
Dog WashGarage Parking
GateOutdoor Space
PlaygroundSand Volleyball
Swimming Pool

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Package Service

Other

Short Term Lease
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$300

Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$1,335–$2,412

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Covered parking, garages, and open parking available. Parking assignment fee is $15. Please call for complete parking information.

Other

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 others max. Unassigned parking

$15

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. Cats and dogs are allowed. There is a pet deposit of $350 and a one-time non-refundable pet fee of $350. Pet rent is $35 per pet. Breed restrictions apply. Please call for complete pet policy information.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max.

$70

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet

$350

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet

$350

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

$70

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet

$350

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet

$350

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Building details

Property details

Year built1999
Units488
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About San Melia

HomeApartments in Phoenix San Melia

Welcome to San Melia Apartments offering resort-style living tucked into the Ahwatukee Foothills of Phoenix. Our remarkable pet-friendly community boasts one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes with five striking floorplans.


Year Built: 1999

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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, San Melia is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated San Melia
Price·9A 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.
San Melia stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
San Melia stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
San Melia offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
San Melia has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at San Melia.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
San Melia has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

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 San Melia compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 94 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 3-bedroom is 141 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Phoenix

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 13% higher than 1-bedrooms in Phoenix.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at San Melia to be 2% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Phoenix.

3-bedroom apartments at San Melia cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Phoenix.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Phoenix
A table of studio rental data trends in Phoenix
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,197
December 2023$1,206
January 2024$1,207
February 2024$1,056
March 2024$1,057
April 2024$1,084
May 2024$1,109
June 2024$1,093
July 2024$1,100
August 2024$1,104
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$989

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Can I afford to live at 14435 S 48th St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$53,720/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $53,720 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,343.
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Schools near San Melia

Kyrene de la Esperanza Elementary School

14841 s 41st pl

phoenix, AZ, 85044

PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Phoenix near 14435 S 48th St

Walking

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

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 14435 S 48th St, Phoenix

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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