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Highlights
- Ceiling fans
- New appliances
- Picnic areas
- On-site laundry facility
- New cabinets
- Pet park
Location
8818 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85042, USA
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Property Overview
Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave earns a strong overall rating, reflecting excellent value, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location. Notable features include ceiling fans, new appliances, new cabinets, a pet park, picnic areas, and on-site laundry, while photos, nearby high school access, and a quiet environment with high-speed internet make it appealing for renters who work from home.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
Great for
Work-from-home
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 0X1 | Studio | 1 bath | 300 sqft | $795 /mo | 1 unit available | Elevate at South Mountain Apartments offers affordable, luxury living in South Phoenix. Our homes are recently remodeled and feature an array of modern amenities for your convenience. Inside our apartment homes you'll find upgraded kitchens with new cabinets, counter tops, appliances and flooring throughout. Our residents will also benefit from air conditioning units, fresh paint, new light fixtures, ceiling fans, and new energy-efficient, double pane windows to help keep utility bills at a low cost. Other community features include on-site laundry facility, renovated kid s playground, Pet Park, two renovated swimming pools with picnic areas and plenty of open parking spaces. You'll be close to transportation, shopping, and great entertainment. Call or stop by our leasing office today! We would love to show you all that Elevate at South Mountain has to offer! Call for more details or a tour 480-712-7168 | |
| 2x1LWD | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $1,099 /mo | 2 units available | Elevate @ South Mountain offers affordable, city living in South Phoenix. Our homes are recently remodeled and feature an array of modern amenities for your convenience. Inside our apartment homes you'll find upgraded kitchens with new cabinets, counter tops, appliances, and flooring throughout. Our residents will also benefit from new air conditioning units, fresh paint, new light fixtures, ceiling fans, and new energy-efficient, double pane windows. We also do utilities differently. One check pays it all--rent, utilities, Cox high-speed internet and filtered water. When you sign your lease, you are locking in your utility rate for the next 12 months! This means no credit checks, no utility deposits, and no rate hikes during the term of your lease. Our community features an on-site laundry facility, two renovated swimming pools with picnic areas and plenty of open parking spaces. You'll be close to transportation, shopping, and entertainment. |
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Amenities for Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| All-In-One Washer/Dryer | Electric |
| In-Unit Laundry | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
| Sewer |
Grounds
| Dog Park | Swimming Pool |
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. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 119 |
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About Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave
Elevate at South Mountain Apartments offers affordable, luxury living in South Phoenix. Our homes are recently remodeled and feature an array of modern amenities for your convenience. Inside our apartment homes you'll find upgraded kitchens with new cabinets, counter tops, appliances and flooring throughout. Our residents will also benefit from air conditioning units, fresh paint, new light fixtures, ceiling fans, and new energy-efficient, double pane windows to help keep utility bills at a low cost. Other community features include on-site laundry facility, renovated kid s playground, Pet Park, two renovated swimming pools with picnic areas and plenty of open parking spaces. You'll be close to transportation, shopping, and great entertainment. Call or stop by our leasing office today! We would love to show you all that Elevate at South Mountain has to offer! Call for more details or a tour 480-712-7168
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave 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—dogs allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave 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·6A 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 Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave is great for:
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 Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 miles away
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
- Pool
- Enhanced community features
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 1.7 miles from public transportation
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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Rent trends in Phoenix
Studio apartments at Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave cost about 20% less than the average rent price for studios in Phoenix.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave to be 24% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Phoenix.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Phoenix
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $930 |
| September 2026 | $941 |
| October 2026 | $985 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 8818 S Central Ave?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$31,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $795.
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Schools near Elevate @ South Mountain | 8818 S Central Ave
Valley View School
8220 s 7th ave
phoenix, AZ, 85041
PK, K-8Public
C-
Iamrsdonline Academy
6000 s 7th st
phoenix, AZ, 85042
K-8Public
C-
Gila Crossing Community School
4665 w pecos rd
laveen, AZ, 85339
K-8Public
MLK Early Childhood Center
4615 s 22nd st
phoenix, AZ, 85040
PK, K-3Public
C-
Faith North Early Childhood Learning Center
910 e washington st
phoenix, AZ, 85034
PK, KPublic
B
Neighborhood
Getting around Phoenix near 8818 S Central Ave
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
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 8818 S Central Ave, Phoenix
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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