Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 13, 2026
Average rent in
Phoenix, AZ
Average rent in
Last updated on August 13, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Phoenix, AZ rent slipped 4.1% year over year, with a current median of $1,680/month. Renters today are paying $112 less per month on average than last year, continuing a downward trend since the peak of $1,750/month in July 2025.
Compared to national trends
Phoenix is 12.8% more affordable than the $1,925/month national median, with 2,998 total rentals offering a range of options across the metro. This positions Phoenix as an accessible market for renters seeking value.
Price ranges
Studios in Phoenix rent for $928/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,150/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,495/month, with 3-bedrooms and 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,165/month and $2,600/month respectively. Houses have a median rent of $2,200/month, while apartments are more affordable at $1,300/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Country Club Acres rents fell 95.4% year over year to $2,750/month across 16 rentals, with Doubletree Canyon and Ingleside Club also seeing declines of 88.9% and 87.0%. These steep drops contrast with the citywide decline of 4.1%, showing localized market shifts.
Median rent
Median rent in Phoenix
$1,679/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Phoenix is $1,679 per month as of August 2026. This is 13% below the national average rent, or $245 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Phoenix
2,998
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Phoenix rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Phoenix, AZ
Average rent prices in Phoenix have decreased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 4% 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
Phoenix, AZ
Rent prices in Phoenix vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Phoenix is $1,300, whereas a house costs $2,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Phoenix run $1,190 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,399.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $927 | No Change |  16% | |
1 bedroom | $1,150 | No Change | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $1,495 | No Change | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $2,165 | 1% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,600 | 1% | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Citrus Acres | $1,295 | |
Desert Ridge | $3,800 | |
Downtown Phoenix | $2,008 | |
Garfield | $1,395 | |
Governmental Mall | $1,195 | |
La Mancha | $1,349 | |
Lake Biltmore Village | $1,275 | |
Paradise Valley Oasis | $2,360 | |
Tramonto | $2,099 | |
Vista Income Estates | $1,095 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,300 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,549 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,200 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $848 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$927
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
16%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,495
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,165
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,600
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
Downtown Phoenix
Average rent
$2,008
Garfield
Average rent
$1,395
Desert Ridge
Average rent
$3,800
Tramonto
Average rent
$2,099
Paradise Valley Oasis
Average rent
$2,360
La Mancha
Average rent
$1,349
Vista Income Estates
Average rent
$1,095
Governmental Mall
Average rent
$1,195
Citrus Acres
Average rent
$1,295
Lake Biltmore Village
Average rent
$1,275
Apartments
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,549
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$848
Last 30 days
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Phoenix, 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 Phoenix, AZ compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Phoenix and Avondale by all bedroom counts and property types.
Phoenix
13%lower than the national median
1%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Phoenix, AZ is 12% lower than the median rent in Avondale, AZ.
Average rent in nearby cities
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1%$2,102
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3%$1,775
9%$2,100
1%$1,899
1%$2,099
2%Cost of living in Phoenix, AZ
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | No difference |
| Groceries | 3% higher |
| Health | 3% lower |
| Housing | 11% higher |
| Transportation | 10% higher |
| Utilities | 6% higher |
Discover rentals in Phoenix, AZ
5d+ ago
Downtown Phoenix house for rent in Phoenix
112 N Central Ave #M08, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Studio
0 baths
$399
House for rent
5d+ ago
Tramonto house for rent in Phoenix
34975 N North Valley Pkwy #152, Phoenix, AZ 85086
Studio
0 baths
$500
House for rent
5d+ ago
1845 E Monroe St, Phoenix, AZ 85034
4 beds
1 bath
$645–$825
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Phoenix
2111 E Chanute Pass #NA, Phoenix, AZ 85040
1 bed
2.5 baths
$650
House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Phoenix
5632 N Camelback Canyon Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85018
5 beds
5.5 baths
$45,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Phoenix
4925 E Red Rock Dr #43, Phoenix, AZ 85018
5 beds
5.5 baths
$40,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Phoenix
5316 E Royal View Dr S, Phoenix, AZ 85018
5 beds
4.5 baths
$25,000
House for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Phoenix
1919 E Claremont St, Phoenix, AZ 85016
4 beds
4.5 baths
$20,500
House for rent
1d ago
Verified
8245 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$982–$1,444
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
7750 W Encanto Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85035
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,248–$1,731
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
16437 N 31st St, Phoenix, AZ 85032
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150–$1,249
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
8400 W Virginia Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85037
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,099–$1,922
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
24100 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85085
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,564–$2,373
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
4424 E Baseline Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85042
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,107–$3,081
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
9652 N 31st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$913–$3,358
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
8245 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$982–$1,444
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
7750 W Encanto Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85035
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$1,731
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
16437 N 31st St, Phoenix, AZ 85032
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150–$1,249
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Phoenix, AZ
Quick answers to common questions about the Phoenix rental market.
How much is rent in Phoenix?
The average rent in Phoenix is $1,679 per month as of August 8, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Phoenix?
Average rent prices in Phoenix have decreased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 4% since last year.
How does Phoenix rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Phoenix is 13% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $245 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Phoenix?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Phoenix are Vista Income Estates ($1,095/mo), Governmental Mall ($1,195/mo), and Lake Biltmore Village ($1,275/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Phoenix?
To comfortably afford rent in Phoenix, you'd need to earn approximately $67,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Phoenix?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Phoenix average around $1,200/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,500/month.
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).
For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.
Phoenix Metro Report
The Zumper Phoenix Metro Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to reveal the most and least expensive cities, as well as those with the fastest growing rents. The Arizona one bedroom median rent was $1,231 last month.
The Most Expensive
- Scottsdale was the most expensive city with one-bedrooms priced at $1,800.
- Flagstaff ranked as the second priciest with rent at $1,620.
- Gilbert placed third with rent at $1,570.
The Least Expensive
- Glendale was the most affordable city with one-bedrooms priced at $1,050.
- Bullhead City was the second least expensive with rent at $1,090.
- Casa Grande placed third with rent priced at $1,120.
The Largest Decline (Y/Y%)
- Peoria had the largest annual rent price decline, falling 8.6%.
- Goodyear saw rent drop 8.2%, making it second.
- Flagstaff was third with rent decreasing 7.4%.
The Largest Decline (M/M%)
About
The Zumper Phoenix Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
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Crystal ChenCrystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.