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Last updated on September 13, 2026
Average rent in
Flagstaff, AZ
Average rent in
Last updated on September 13, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Flagstaff rent stands today
Flagstaff, AZ rent rose 7.1% year over year, with a current median of $2,200/month. Renters today are paying $108 more per month on average than last year.
Compared to national trends
Flagstaff runs 15.8% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the pricier tier for renters seeking housing in smaller metros with limited total rentals (188 total rentals).
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Flagstaff rent for $1,250/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,612/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,900/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,537/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,950/month. These figures reflect the range renters face by bedroom count.
Neighborhood spotlight
Pinacle Pines rents fell 71.1% year over year to $1,862/month across 21 rentals, and Cherry Hill dropped 66.4% to $1,849/month. These declines mark a strong local cooldown in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Flagstaff
$2,200/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Flagstaff is $2,200 per month as of September 2026. This is 16% above the national average rent, or $300 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Flagstaff
188
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Flagstaff rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Flagstaff, AZ
Average rent prices in Flagstaff have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Flagstaff, AZ
Rent prices in Flagstaff vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Flagstaff is $1,800, whereas a house costs $2,595. 1-bedroom apartments in Flagstaff run $1,700 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,799.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,250 |  4% | 1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,612 | 3% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,900 | 1% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $2,537 | 3% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,950 | 3% | 13% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Country Club Estates | $2,375 | |
Elk Run | $2,400 | |
Greenlaw Estates | $2,300 | |
Lake Mary Road | $1,971 | |
Pine Knoll | $2,177 | |
Railroad Springs | $2,500 | |
South Side | $2,250 | |
Sunnyside | $1,750 | |
Switzer Ridge | $2,000 | |
Woodlands Village | $1,756 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,800 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,800 | No Change | 3% | |
Houses | $2,595 | 4% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,612
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,900
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,537
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,950
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
13%
Woodlands Village
Average rent
$1,756
Sunnyside
Average rent
$1,750
South Side
Average rent
$2,250
Pine Knoll
Average rent
$2,177
Lake Mary Road
Average rent
$1,971
Railroad Springs
Average rent
$2,500
Switzer Ridge
Average rent
$2,000
Greenlaw Estates
Average rent
$2,300
Country Club Estates
Average rent
$2,375
Elk Run
Average rent
$2,400
Apartments
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
Houses
Average rent
$2,595
Last 30 days
4%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Flagstaff, AZ, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Flagstaff, AZ compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Flagstaff and Anthem by all bedroom counts and property types.
Flagstaff
16%higher than the national median
31%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Flagstaff, AZ is 11% lower than the median rent in Anthem, AZ.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,480
4%$2,075
15%$1,645
14%$1,995
5%$1,690
1%$2,500
$2,200
$1,499
4%$1,750
9%$1,812
4%$3,000
30%$1,200
23%Cost of living in Flagstaff, AZ
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 11% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 3% lower |
| Housing | 50% higher |
| Transportation | 6% higher |
| Utilities | 10% lower |
Discover rentals in Flagstaff, AZ
1d ago
2501 N 4th St, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Studio
-1 baths
$299
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Pine Knoll apartment for rent in Flagstaff
51 S Maricopa St #101, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
1 bed
1 bath
$800
$699
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
101 S Park St, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
1 bed
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Pine Knoll apartment for rent in Flagstaff
4 beds
4 baths
$800
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
5 beds
3 baths
$13,004
$12,790
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Flagstaff
2145 William Palmer, Flagstaff, AZ 86005
2 beds
2 baths
$12,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Pinacle Pines townhouse for rent in Flagstaff
3271 S Burgess Ln #1, Flagstaff, AZ 86005
4 beds
4 baths
$7,450
House for rent
Available Jun 17
5d+ ago
House for rent in Flagstaff
2749 S Vega St, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
4 beds
3 baths
$4,750
House for rent
3d ago
Verified
4343 E Soliere Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,975–$2,940
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 13
2d ago
Verified
2701 S Woody Mountain Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,225–$3,215
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 21
1d ago
Verified
923 W University Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,656–$2,758
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
900 N Switzer Canyon Dr, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,730–$3,423
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 4
3d ago
Verified
4343 E Soliere Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,975–$2,940
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 13
2d ago
Verified
2701 S Woody Mountain Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,225–$3,215
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 21
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Frequently asked questions for Flagstaff, AZ
Quick answers to common questions about the Flagstaff rental market.
How much is rent in Flagstaff?
The average rent in Flagstaff is $2,200 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Flagstaff?
Average rent prices in Flagstaff have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
How does Flagstaff rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Flagstaff is 16% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $300 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Flagstaff?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Flagstaff are Sunnyside ($1,750/mo), Woodlands Village ($1,756/mo), and Lake Mary Road ($1,971/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Flagstaff?
To comfortably afford rent in Flagstaff, you'd need to earn approximately $88,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Flagstaff?
February offers the best rental deals in Flagstaff, with rents approximately 15% lower than August's peak season prices. September and December also see less competitive conditions with reduced demand compared to April's highly competitive market.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).