Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 22, 2026
Average rent in
Gilbert, AZ
Average rent in
Last updated on August 22, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Gilbert rent stands today
Gilbert, AZ rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $2,300/month. Renters are paying $31 less per month on average than last year, showing a steady market after recent fluctuations.
Compared to national trends
Gilbert runs 19.5% more expensive than the $1,925/month national median, positioning it as a pricier metro with 406 total rentals dominated by houses, which make up 88.3% of the inventory.
Price ranges
Studios in Gilbert rent for $1,468/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,529/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,000/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,295/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,795/month. Houses command a median rent of $2,400/month, while apartments are lower at $1,834/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Silverhawke rents fell 47.4% year over year to $1,525/month across 10 rentals, marking the largest neighborhood decline. This contrasts with the citywide flat trend and shows a localized cooldown in this area.
Median rent
Median rent in Gilbert
$2,300/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Gilbert is $2,300 per month as of August 2026. This is 19% above the national average rent, or $375 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Gilbert
406
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Gilbert rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Gilbert, AZ
Average rent prices in Gilbert have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same 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
Gilbert, AZ
Rent prices in Gilbert vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Gilbert is $1,834, whereas a house costs $2,400. 1-bedroom apartments in Gilbert run $1,551 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,014.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,468 |  1% | 48% | |
1 bedroom | $1,529 |  1% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $2,000 | No Change | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $2,295 | 1% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,795 | 1% | 5% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Gardens | $2,125 | |
Heritage District | $1,850 | |
Higley Park | $2,200 | |
Layton Lakes | $2,595 | |
Power Ranch | $2,350 | |
San Tan Ranch | $2,282 | |
Seville | $2,625 | |
Spectrum At Val Vista | $2,297 | |
The Islands | $2,995 | |
Val Vista Lakes | $2,797 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,834 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,200 | 7% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,400 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $936 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,468
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
48%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,529
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,295
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,795
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
Power Ranch
Average rent
$2,350
The Islands
Average rent
$2,995
Val Vista Lakes
Average rent
$2,797
San Tan Ranch
Average rent
$2,282
Heritage District
Average rent
$1,850
Gardens
Average rent
$2,125
Seville
Average rent
$2,625
Spectrum At Val Vista
Average rent
$2,297
Layton Lakes
Average rent
$2,595
Higley Park
Average rent
$2,200
Apartments
Average rent
$1,834
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
7%
Houses
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$936
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Gilbert, 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 Gilbert, AZ compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Gilbert and Apache Junction by all bedroom counts and property types.
Gilbert
19%higher than the national median
6%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Gilbert, AZ is 28% higher than the median rent in Apache Junction, AZ.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,800
3%$2,350
2%$2,500
7%$2,195
34%$1,468
$1,800
5%$1,650
4%$9,825
2%$2,350
12%$1,999
1%$2,500
12%$1,913
Cost of living in Gilbert, 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 | 10% higher |
| Groceries | 4% higher |
| Health | 6% lower |
| Housing | 30% higher |
| Transportation | 3% higher |
| Utilities | 1% lower |
Discover rentals in Gilbert, AZ
3d ago
Townhouse for rent in Gilbert
3636 E Vest Ave, Gilbert, AZ 85295
1 bed
1 bath
$660
House for rent
Available Aug 1
4d ago
217 E Washington Ave, Gilbert, AZ 85234
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
Apartment for rent
3d ago
7640 S Power Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85297
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,390–$1,650
Apartment for rent
20h ago
36 E Vaughn Ave, Gilbert, AZ 85234
3 beds
2 baths
$1,795–$1,875
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gilbert
2681 E Hampton Ln, Gilbert, AZ 85295
5 beds
4.5 baths
$8,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Val Vista Lakes house for rent in Gilbert
2041 E Marquette Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85234
4 beds
2 baths
$7,950
House for rent
22h ago
House for rent in Gilbert
4 beds
3.5 baths
$5,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gilbert
626 E Palomino Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85296
4 beds
2.5 baths
$5,500
House for rent
8h ago
Verified
455 S Recker Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85296
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$2,514
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
2d ago
Verified
960 N Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,399
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2300 W San Angelo St, Gilbert, AZ 85233
3 beds
2 baths
$1,825–$1,925
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
1101 N Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,250–$1,475
Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
455 S Recker Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85296
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$2,514
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
2d ago
Verified
960 N Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,399
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2300 W San Angelo St, Gilbert, AZ 85233
3 beds
2 baths
$1,825–$1,925
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,570
House for rent
Available Aug 31
8h ago
Verified
455 S Recker Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85296
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$2,514
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
2d ago
Verified
960 N Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,399
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2300 W San Angelo St, Gilbert, AZ 85233
3 beds
2 baths
$1,825–$1,925
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
1101 N Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,250–$1,475
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Gilbert, AZ
Quick answers to common questions about the Gilbert rental market.
How much is rent in Gilbert?
The average rent in Gilbert is $2,300 per month as of August 15, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Gilbert?
Average rent prices in Gilbert have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Gilbert rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Gilbert is 19% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $375 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Gilbert?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Gilbert are Heritage District ($1,850/mo), Gardens ($2,125/mo), and Higley Park ($2,200/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Gilbert?
To comfortably afford rent in Gilbert, you'd need to earn approximately $92,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Gilbert?
Winter months offer the best rental deals in Gilbert, with January seeing the lowest rents of the year. June commands the highest prices, running approximately 7% more expensive than the winter low, so timing your search for the colder months can save you money.
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).