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Desert Lakes Apartments
8245 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051, USA

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8245 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051, USA

9.6

Excellent

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Monthly rent	$905–$1,444
Beds	1–2
Baths	1–2
Sqft	654–900

Monthly rent	$905–$1,444
Beds	1–2
Baths	1–2
Sqft	654–900

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(602) 892-2731

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Highlights

Rent Special
Pet Friendly

Full-size washer and dryer
Full size washer and dryer
Modern home
Full-size washers and dryers
Usb outlets
Gated community

Location

8245 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051, USA

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Leasing office

(602) 892-2731

Property Overview

Desert Lakes Apartments earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 9.6 out of 10, with standout scores for amenities, location, and quality, plus strong trustworthiness and value. Notable features include full-size washer and dryer, USB outlets, a modern home feel, and a gated community, while pros include 80 photos, nearby top-rated schooling, and top-tier value per square foot. It is also a strong fit for pet friendliness, with pet-friendly flooring, outdoor spaces, and nearby pet services.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.6

Excellent

Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Desert Lakes Apartments 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
Dishwasher

Great for

Pet owners

Floor plans

1 x 1 Legacy	1 bed	1 bath	654 sqft	$905–$1,168 /mo	3 units available	This home is adorned with ceramic tiles throughout, porcelain tubs, light oak cabinets, Corian countertops, 6 panel doors, upgraded bedroom closets, and large ceiling fans in selected units. The culinary-inspired kitchen features large cooking spaces, Lazy Susan, and oversized cabinets. Recessed LED lighting, high-neck faucets, and energy star appliances are just a few of the finer touches you will experience. A full-size washer and dryer out on your private patio, bow front tub, dual vanity bath counters with crisp clean lighting accent your new modern home.
1 x 1 Trilogy	1 bed	1 bath	654 sqft	$1,086–$1,214 /mo	3 units available	This home comes adorned with dark rosewood cabinets and soft-touch drawers with black and rose accents on your custom granite. The culinary-inspired kitchen features dual lazy susans, large cooking spaces, and oversized cabinets. Recessed LED lighting, high-neck faucets, USB outlets, and energy star appliances are just a few of the finer touches you will experience. Full-size washer and dryer out on your private patio, bow front tub, dual vanity bath counters with crisp clean lighting accent your new modern home.
1 x 1 Trilogy - Q	1 bed	1 bath	654 sqft	$1,099–$1,195 /mo	2 units available	Find out why many North Phoenix residents call Desert Lakes Apartments their home. We prioritize your comfort and convenience. Benefit from our numerous amenities, such as a 24/7 fitness center, round-the-clock package acceptance with instant notifications from Luxer, full-size washers and dryers, a convenient online portal for payments and service requests, and a gated community offering remote access for guests. Discover the definition of truly comfortable living. Explore through a virtual tour or converse with our amiable staff.
2 x 2 Trilogy	2 bed	2 bath	900 sqft	$1,139–$1,247 /mo	2 units available	This home comes adorned with dark rose wood cabinets with soft touch drawers. Deep black and rose accents on the granite throughout your home. Recessed lighting, high neck faucets and energy star appliances are just a few of the finer touches you will experience. Full size washer and dryer, bow front tub and shower curtain with crisp clean lighting accent your new modern home.
2 x 2 Legacy	2 bed	2 bath	900 sqft	$1,380 /mo	1 unit available	This home is adorned with ceramic tiles throughout, porcelain tubs, light oak cabinets, Corian countertops, 6 panel doors, upgraded bedroom closets, and large ceiling fans in selected units. The culinary-inspired kitchen features large cooking spaces, Lazy Susan, and oversized cabinets. Recessed LED lighting, high-neck faucets, and energy star appliances are just a few of the finer touches you will experience. A full-size washer and dryer out on your private patio, bow front tub, dual vanity bath counters with crisp clean lighting accent your new modern home.
2 x 2 Trilogy - Q	2 bed	2 bath	900 sqft	$1,444 /mo	1 unit available	Find out why many North Phoenix residents call Desert Lakes Apartments their home. We prioritize your comfort and convenience. Benefit from our numerous amenities, such as a 24/7 fitness center, round-the-clock package acceptance with instant notifications from Luxer, full-size washers and dryers, a convenient online portal for payments and service requests, and a gated community offering remote access for guests. Discover the definition of truly comfortable living. Explore through a virtual tour or converse with our amiable staff.

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Amenities for Desert Lakes Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Bowfront Tub	Ceiling Fan
Ceiling Fans In Every Room	Corian Countertops
Culinary-Inspired Kitchen	Custom Cabinets
Granite Countertops	Island Kitchen
Lazy Susan	Quartz Countertops
Rosewood Cabinets	Tile Flooring
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

Dishwasher	EnergyStar Appliances
Full Size Washer and Dryer	In-Unit Laundry
Microwave	Refrigerator
Stove

Building

24/7 Fitness Room	Business Center
Cats OK	Clubhouse
Dogs OK	Fitness Center
Smoke-free

Grounds

Gated Community	Pools
Private Patios	Reserved Covered Parking
Spa	Two Pools and Spa

Services

24 Hour Fitness	Cox Quick Connect
Package Service

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

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed

Limit2

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 cats max.

$20

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$350

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 dogs max. We are a pet-friendly community! Call us today to learn more about our pet policy. Breed restrictions apply.

$20

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$350

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Building details

Property details

Units	320

About Desert Lakes Apartments

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Welcome to the Neighborhood Find out why so many people in north phoenix choose to call Desert Lakes apartments their home. Your comfort and convenience is our top priority. Your list of conveniences begin with 24/7 fitness center, 24/7 package acceptance with Luxer’s instant package notification, full size washers and dryers, online resident payment and service request portal, gated community with remote guest access. Experience what truly comfortable living is meant to be. Take a virtual tour or just stop by to chat with one of our helpful.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.6

/10

Excellent

How we rated Desert Lakes Apartments

Price·9

Desert Lakes Apartments 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·10

Desert Lakes Apartments 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·10

Desert Lakes Apartments 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·10

Desert Lakes Apartments 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 Desert Lakes Apartments.

Trustworthiness·9

Desert Lakes Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

I toured these apartments almost a year ago and unfortunately the apartment I wanted I was unable to move into because my lease was up after the move in date. But this complex I still would love to move into. The management team seemed very kind and attentive. They cared and even refunded the application fee since I was unable to move in at the time. I plan to try again and hope the apartment I want is available in February. It was a beautiful and safe looking property I have yet to see one as nice as here.

Rena Shaw

Aug 05, 2023

I have lived in Desert Lakes for almost 5 years and am very happy here. The manager, assistant manager, leasing agent, and maintenance staff are always on top of things and I am completely happy with every aspect of this community. I have never had a bad experience with any employee. Parking is a little tough but livable due to the other great things. The property is clean and well-maintained. The pricing is average for the area. It's a quiet community, no issues with any other residents, it's pretty quiet. Security guard at night is great as well, it brings an additional comfort level along with being a gated community. I highly recommend this community

Trish Martin

Nov 06, 2024

We have been living here for about 3 months and we absolutely love it here! Danielle in the office is super sweet and helped us through the whole application process and answered any of our question or concerns. Our experience living here has been amazing, we have no issues with our apartment and all of our neighbors are super sweet. The good thing about this apartment complex is that they hold events for the whole community every month in order to just get to know each other which I think was really cool and nice of them to do. The apartment grounds are very nicely kept and it's really quiet, I cannot stop saying so many positive things about this place, honestly the best decision we made into moving here! ****Update**** After living here for 18 months I can say my experience living here was really nice and pleasant! Danielle in the front office was always friendly she would always say hello when she would see us around the community and maintenance was great! It would only take 1 day when we would submit a request maybe 2 days at the most but nothing more than that! I lived towards the back of the apartment complex and I never really had an issue with anything or anyone. Almost everyone I encountered during my time here was friendly, I even made friends with my parking neighbor! We never really had any problems with our apartment, other then just the A/C breaking once but they would be there the next day getting it fixed! As for parking, it wasn't that bad what we did was that the first person who got to the complex would take a parking spot towards the front of the complex and the person who came in last would take the parking spot that we were assigned too. And anyways the complex isn't that big where it's like a 10 minute walk, worst case scenario you were walking 3-5 minutes to your apartment and that's that I lived at the very back of the complex and I would park in the front so it's really not that bad. Towards the end of my stay they were doing water shut off's but they were really good about communicating with you when those day's would be, I signed up for email notifications and I check my email daily so they were usually sending you emails days before letting you know about what they were doing, PLUS they would post up posters around the community letting you know about important information that would affect you. I honestly never really experienced any issues and my rent never increased other then the times I would renew my lease and even then it wasn't a drastic raise it was a small raise but they never raised my rent during the current lease agreement. The grounds were kept really nice and we always felt safe here, overall we had a great experience here and enjoyed our stay, we have nothing negative to say about this complex.

miriam rodriguez

Jun 18, 2018

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Desert Lakes Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

Outdoor spaces are available at this property
Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
4 pet grooming services nearby
6 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

How Desert Lakes Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space: The 1-bedroom is 260 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby: There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher: Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available: There are at least 10 photos of this address
Package service: More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet: More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools: The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Phoenix

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% lower than 1-bedrooms in Phoenix.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Desert Lakes Apartments to be 11% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Phoenix.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.

Phoenix

A table of studio rental data trends in Phoenix
Month	Median Rent
August 2024	$1,095
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	$934

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