Last updated on November 4, 2026

Average rent in
Sonoran Desert Institute, AZ

Median rent

Median rent in Scottsdale

$2,595/mo

increased by17%

vs previous year

The average rent in Scottsdale is $2,595 per month as of October 2026. This is 37% above the national average rent, or $695 more per month.

$2.29

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Scottsdale

1,171

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Scottsdale rentals at each price point

45%34%23%11%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Sonoran Desert Institute, AZ

Average rent prices in Scottsdale have increased by 17% since last year. At this time, we don't have enough information to generate yearly trends. Please see below for more rent price details.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Sonoran Desert Institute, AZ

Rent prices in Scottsdale vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Scottsdale is $1,848, whereas a house costs $3,995. 1-bedroom apartments in Scottsdale run $1,649 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,950.

Listings

Studio

$1,301

-

13%

1 bedroom

$1,657

-

No Change

2 bedroom

$2,300

-

8%

3 bedroom

$3,500

-

29%

4 bedroom

$6,100

-

49%

Studio

Average rent

$1,301

Last year

13%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,657

Last year

No Change

2 bedroom

Average rent

$2,300

Last year

8%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$3,500

Last year

29%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$6,100

Last year

49%

At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Sonoran Desert Institute, AZ.

Apartments

Average rent

$1,848

Last year

1%

Condos

Average rent

$2,395

Last year

25%

Houses

Average rent

$3,995

Last year

38%

Rooms

Average rent

$1,525

Last year

65%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Sonoran Desert Institute, 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.

Discover rentals in Sonoran Desert Institute, AZ

4815 E Thomas Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Phoenix

Studio

1 bath

$700

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
5024 E Thomas Rd #5 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Phoenix

5024 E Thomas Rd #5, Phoenix, AZ 85018

Studio

1 bath

$795

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
8985 E Bell Rd #110 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Scottsdale

Comm/Industry Lease, Scottsdale, AZ

8985 E Bell Rd #110, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Studio

0 baths

$800

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
The Urban - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

22h ago

8.3

Very good

The Urban

3601 E Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$804–$1,865

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
8060 N Mummy Mountain Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Paradise Valley

Residential Lease, Paradise Valley, AZ

8060 N Mummy Mountain Rd, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

4 beds

5.5 baths

$40,000

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
4925 E Red Rock Dr #43 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Phoenix

Residential Lease, Phoenix, AZ

4925 E Red Rock Dr #43, Phoenix, AZ 85018

5 beds

5.5 baths

$40,000

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
4949 E Lincoln Dr #16 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Scottsdale

Residential Lease, Scottsdale, AZ

4949 E Lincoln Dr #16, Scottsdale, AZ 85253

4 beds

5.5 baths

$32,000

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
10011 E Windrose Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Powderhorn Ranch house for rent in Scottsdale

Residential Lease, Scottsdale, AZ

10011 E Windrose Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

5 beds

4.5 baths

$29,000

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
The Palms - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

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The Palms

4304 E Campbell Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85018

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,706–$5,369

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Tatum Place - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

1d ago

9.3

Excellent

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Tatum Place

16801 N 49th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85254

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,532–$2,122

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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Ingleside - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
Rent special

2d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Ingleside

4502 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,316–$3,586

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Sentral Old Town - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

16m ago

8.7

Very good

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Sentral Old Town

4735 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,980–$99,999

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Arcadia on 49th - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special
3D tour

29m ago

10

Excellent

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Arcadia on 49th

4902 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$827–$1,626

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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4127 Arcadia - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

1d ago

10

Excellent

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4127 Arcadia

4127 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,025–$1,250

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Camden Old Town Scottsdale - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

4h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Camden Old Town Scottsdale

7350 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,670–$2,450

Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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Camden Legacy - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

16h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Camden Legacy

15757 N 90th Pl, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,549–$2,699

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Tatum Place - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

1d ago

9.3

Excellent

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Tatum Place

16801 N 49th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85254

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,532–$2,122

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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Ingleside - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
Rent special

2d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Ingleside

4502 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,316–$3,586

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Sentral Old Town - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

16m ago

8.7

Very good

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Sentral Old Town

4735 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,980–$99,999

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Scottsdale Grand - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
Rent special

26m ago

9.7

Excellent

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Scottsdale Grand

15501 N Dial Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,689–$2,539

Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions for Sonoran Desert Institute, AZ

Quick answers to common questions about the Scottsdale rental market.

How much is rent in Scottsdale?

The average rent in Scottsdale is $2,595 per month as of October 31, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Scottsdale?

Average rent prices in Scottsdale have increased by 17% since last year.

How does Scottsdale rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Scottsdale is 37% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $695 more per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in Scottsdale?

To comfortably afford rent in Scottsdale, you'd need to earn approximately $104,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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).

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