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Last updated on November 5, 2026
Average rent in
Scottsdale, AZ
Average rent in
Last updated on November 5, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Scottsdale rent stands today
Scottsdale, AZ rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $3,000/month. Month over month, rents increased 3.3%, showing a recent upward movement in the market.
Vs. national rents
Scottsdale rents run roughly 1.6× the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier metro areas for renters. The market offers 1,167 total rentals, with a mix of housing types.
Price ranges
Studios rent for about $1,412/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,786/month, 2-bedrooms near $2,500/month, 3-bedrooms at $3,799/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $5,600/month in Scottsdale. These bedroom tiers show a broad range of rental options.
Neighborhood spotlight
Patterson Ranch rents fell 89.1% year over year to $2,724/month across 15 rentals, and Stoneridge Estates dropped 82.5% to $3,500/month across 15 rentals. These declines contrast with the citywide flat trend and show significant local variation in Scottsdale, AZ.
Median rent
Median rent in Scottsdale
$3,000/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Scottsdale is $3,000 per month as of October 2026. This is 58% above the national average rent, or $1,100 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Scottsdale
1,167
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Scottsdale rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Scottsdale, AZ
Average rent prices in Scottsdale have increased by 3% 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
Scottsdale, AZ
Rent prices in Scottsdale vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Scottsdale is $1,960, whereas a house costs $4,250. 1-bedroom apartments in Scottsdale run $1,794 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,200.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,412 |  10% |  13% | |
1 bedroom | $1,785 | No Change | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $2,500 | 3% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $3,799 | 6% | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $5,600 | No Change | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Boulders Carefree | $12,000 | |
Dc Ranch | $4,800 | |
Desert Mountain | $13,500 | |
Downtown Scottsdale | $2,849 | |
Greyhawk | $6,000 | |
Mccormick Ranch | $4,000 | |
Mcdowell Mountain Ranch | $7,500 | |
Scottsdale Ranch | $3,395 | |
Terravita | $6,000 | |
Troon North | $5,900 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,960 | No Change | 2% | |
Condos | $2,320 | No Change | 6% | |
Houses | $4,250 | 3% | 1% | |
Rooms | $1,249 | 2% | 29% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,412
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
13%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,785
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,799
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,600
Last year
2%
Downtown Scottsdale
Average rent
$2,849
Mccormick Ranch
Average rent
$4,000
Greyhawk
Average rent
$6,000
Terravita
Average rent
$6,000
Desert Mountain
Average rent
$13,500
Mcdowell Mountain Ranch
Average rent
$7,500
Troon North
Average rent
$5,900
Boulders Carefree
Average rent
$12,000
Scottsdale Ranch
Average rent
$3,395
Dc Ranch
Average rent
$4,800
Apartments
Average rent
$1,960
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$2,320
Last year
6%
Houses
Average rent
$4,250
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,249
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
29%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale, AZ compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Scottsdale and Anthem by all bedroom counts and property types.
Scottsdale
58%higher than the national median
21%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Scottsdale, AZ is 31% higher than the median rent in Anthem, AZ.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,290
$1,749
3%$4,500
8%$4,300
11%$2,600
4%$1,800
3%$1,663
6%$2,595
4%$9,900
29%$1,650
3%$5,500
22%$1,800
3%Cost of living in Scottsdale, 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 | 6% higher |
| Groceries | 6% higher |
| Health | 3% higher |
| Housing | 42% higher |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 5% lower |
Discover rentals in Scottsdale, AZ
5d+ ago
House for rent in Scottsdale
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.House for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Scottsdale
8755 E Sage Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
4 beds
2 baths
$850
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
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
McCormick Ranch house for rent in Scottsdale
8075 E Morgan Trl #D, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Studio
0 baths
$875
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
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Scottsdale
1 bed
1 bath
$995
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 Sep 17
5d+ ago
Pima Acres house for rent in Scottsdale
9067 E Rimrock Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
5 beds
6 baths
$50,000
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Scottsdale
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
Powderhorn Ranch house for rent in Scottsdale
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Scottsdale
17391 N 77th Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
3 beds
2.5 baths
$25,000
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.House for rent
16h ago
Verified
16801 N 49th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,532–$2,097
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
Available Nov 5
1h ago
Verified
15757 N 90th Pl, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,539–$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.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
6405 E Indian School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,096–$1,536
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
2h ago
Verified
15501 N Dial Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,669–$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.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
15757 N 90th Pl, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,539–$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.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
9595 E Thunderbird Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,657–$2,587
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.Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
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.Apartment for rent
2h ago
16h ago
Verified
16801 N 49th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,532–$2,097
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
Available Nov 5
2h ago
Verified
6405 E Indian School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,096–$1,536
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
2h ago
Verified
15501 N Dial Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,669–$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.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
6980 E Sahuaro Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
1 bed
1 bath
$1,735
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.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Scottsdale, AZ
Quick answers to common questions about the Scottsdale rental market.
How much is rent in Scottsdale?
The average rent in Scottsdale is $3,000 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Scottsdale?
Average rent prices in Scottsdale have increased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Scottsdale rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Scottsdale is 58% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,100 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Scottsdale?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Scottsdale are Downtown Scottsdale ($2,849/mo), Scottsdale Ranch ($3,395/mo), and Mccormick Ranch ($4,000/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Scottsdale?
To comfortably afford rent in Scottsdale, you'd need to earn approximately $120,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Scottsdale?
October offers the best rental deals in Scottsdale, with rents running about 12% lower than peak pricing in June. March tends to be the most competitive month with higher demand, so timing your search for fall can help you save.
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).