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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Open kitchen layout
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Refreshing swimming pool
  • Spacious bedroom
  • Plenty of off-street parking
  • Plenty of open parking

Location

21420 N 23rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85027, USA|Black Canyon Heights
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Desert Winds

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(602) 557-2867 ext. 2

Property Overview

Desert Winds Apartments earns strong marks for value, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8 out of 10. It offers an open kitchen layout, on-site laundry, a swimming pool, spacious bedrooms, and ample off-street and open parking, while also ranking highly for value for money and pet friendliness.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Desert Winds Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Desert Winds 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

  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1x1-OC1 bed1 bath550 sqft$895–$1,050 /mo2 units availableEnjoy comfortable living in this open-concept one-bedroom apartment at Desert Winds Apartments in North Phoenix. This thoughtfully designed layout features an open living space that flows into the kitchen, creating a bright and functional home. The layout offers flexibility for your living setup, with space for a small dining table or work-from-home area, while still maintaining a private bedroom and full bathroom. Apartment Features: • Open living layout • Spacious bedroom with closet storage • Open kitchen layout with functional workspace • Efficient 550 sq ft floor plan Community Amenities: • Refreshing swimming pool • On-site laundry facilities • Plenty of open off-street parking Conveniently located near I-17 and Loop 101, with easy access to shopping, dining, and everyday essentials in North Phoenix.

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Amenities for Desert Winds Apartments

Appliances

Range HoodRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Swimming Pool
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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Desert Winds Apartments

HomeApartments in PhoenixBlack Canyon Heights Desert Winds Apartments

Beautifully Updated Unit in a Prime Phoenix Location. Discover your new home in a well-maintained community just steps from Christown Mall, Target, Walmart, and a variety of dining and shopping options. This inviting upstairs unit offers modern upgrades, a warm atmosphere, and an unbeatable location


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Desert Winds Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Desert Winds 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 Desert Winds 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, Desert Winds Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Black Canyon Heights. 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.
Desert Winds Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Desert Winds 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.
Desert Winds 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·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 Desert Winds Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Lived here for a year now, such a peaceful place to live and very friendly.

diego colin

diego colin

Oct 22, 2024

Albert was an awesome guy to work with. He helped me with the process of the move in, answered all questions, made my move in experience a great one. I love my apartment. Thank you Albert!!!! 😎

Keenan Falck

Keenan Falck

Mar 06, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Desert Winds Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Desert Winds Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.0 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.1 miles away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Black Canyon Heights

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Black Canyon Heights
Phoenix
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Phoenix
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,547
December 2024$1,533
January 2025$1,547
February 2025$1,548
March 2025$1,547
April 2025$1,554
May 2025$1,550
June 2025$1,550
July 2025$1,555
August 2025$1,534
September 2025$1,544
October 2025$1,538
November 2025$1,507
December 2025$1,499
January 2026$1,503
February 2026$1,497
March 2026$1,495
April 2026$1,495
May 2026$1,492
June 2026$1,495
July 2026$1,486
August 2026$1,483
September 2026$1,467
October 2026$1,456
November 2026$1,450
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Black Canyon Heights
MonthMedian Rent
March 2025$1,400
April 2025$1,200
May 2025$1,100

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Can I afford to live at 21420 N 23rd Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near Desert Winds Apartments

Aspire, Deer Valley's Online Academy

20402 n 15th ave

phoenix, AZ, 85027

K-12Public
A-

Vista Peak School

19825 n 15th ave

phoenix, AZ, 85027

PK, K-12Public

Esperanza Elementary School

251 w mohawk ln

phoenix, AZ, 85027

PK, K-6Public
B

Union Park School

25700 n 21st ave

phoenix, AZ, 85027

PK, K-8Public
A

Sky Crossing Elementary School

3300 e sky crossing way

phoenix, AZ, 85050

PK, K-6Public
A
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Getting around Phoenix near 21420 N 23rd Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

4/10
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 21420 N 23rd Ave, Phoenix

Groceries

4/10
Some groceries within a short drive

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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