Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Median rent
Median rent in Downtown Phoenix
$1,997/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Downtown Phoenix is $1,997 per month as of October 2026. This is 5% above the national average rent, or $97 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Downtown Phoenix
54
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Downtown Phoenix rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Average rent prices in Downtown Phoenix have decreased by 2% 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
Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Rent prices in Downtown Phoenix vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Phoenix is $2,009, whereas a house costs $1,750. 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Phoenix run $1,871 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,854.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,272 |  3% | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,845 | 1% |  1% | |
2 bedroom | $2,802 | No Change | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $2,734 | 24% | 16% | |
4 bedroom | $2,300 | No Change | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Central City South | $1,595 | |
Coronado | $1,550 | |
Garfield | $1,325 | |
Governmental Mall | $1,287 | |
Phoenix Country Club | $1,651 | |
Willo | $1,739 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,009 | 1% | 4% | |
Condos | $1,892 | 13% | 18% | |
Houses | $1,750 | 5% | 12% | |
Rooms | $1,377 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,272
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,845
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,802
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,734
Last 30 days
24%
Last year
16%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,300
Last year
2%
Central City South
Average rent
$1,595
Coronado
Average rent
$1,550
Garfield
Average rent
$1,325
Governmental Mall
Average rent
$1,287
Phoenix Country Club
Average rent
$1,651
Willo
Average rent
$1,739
Apartments
Average rent
$2,009
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,892
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
18%
Houses
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
12%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,377
The table above reflects average rent prices in Downtown Phoenix, 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 Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ compare to other neighborhoods?
Compare median rent prices in Downtown Phoenix and Central City South by all bedroom counts and property types.
Downtown Phoenix
5%higher than the national median
16%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ is 25% higher than the median rent in Central City South, Phoenix, AZ.
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Discover rentals in Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
5d+ ago
Downtown Phoenix house for rent in Phoenix
112 N Central Ave #M08, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Studio
0 baths
$399
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.House for rent
1d ago
601 N 6th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$850–$1,200
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Phoenix apartment for rent in Phoenix
536 E Portland St #30, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Studio
1 bath
$895
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.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 25
1d ago
617 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003
1 bed
1 bath
$999–$1,039
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Phoenix apartment for rent in Phoenix
208 W Portland St #561, Phoenix, AZ 85003
2 beds
2.5 baths
$5,600
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.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 21
5d+ ago
Downtown Phoenix apartment for rent in Phoenix
114 W Adams St #402, Phoenix, AZ 85003
1 bed
1 bath
$2,799
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.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
222 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,645–$2,661
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Phoenix condo for rent in Phoenix
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
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.Condo for rent
Available Nov 14
4d ago
Verified
355 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,064–$1,738
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.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
301 W Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,775–$3,600
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.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
317 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,299
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
402 W Lincoln St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,045–$3,025
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
317 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,299
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.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
301 W Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,775–$3,600
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.Apartment for rent
11h ago
411 S 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,449–$3,657
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
355 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,064–$1,738
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.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
355 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,064–$1,738
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.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
301 W Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,775–$3,600
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.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
317 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,299
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
402 W Lincoln St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,045–$3,025
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
Quick answers to common questions about the Downtown Phoenix rental market.
How much is rent in Downtown Phoenix?
The average rent in Downtown Phoenix is $1,997 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Downtown Phoenix?
Average rent prices in Downtown Phoenix have decreased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Downtown Phoenix rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Downtown Phoenix is 5% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $97 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Downtown Phoenix?
To comfortably afford rent in Downtown Phoenix, you'd need to earn approximately $80,000/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).