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Last updated on June 18, 2026
Average rent in
Scottsdale, AZ
Average rent in
Last updated on June 18, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Scottsdale, AZ rent slipped 6.2% year over year, with a current median of $3,000/month. Renters today are paying $132 less per month on average than last year, continuing a downward trend from the peak of $3,550/month in November 2024.
Vs. national rents
Scottsdale runs roughly 1.5× the $1,950/month national median, placing it among pricier metros with a total rental inventory of 1,412 units. This market caters to renters seeking upscale options in Arizona.
Price ranges
Studios in Scottsdale rent for $1,544/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,750/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,495/month, with 3-bedrooms at $3,916/month and 4+ bedrooms at $6,000/month. Houses command a median of $4,200/month compared to apartments at $2,100/month, reflecting distinct price tiers across property types.
Neighborhood spotlight
Sherwood Heights rents fell 94.0% year over year to $1,449/month across 11 rentals, while Patterson Ranch and Stoneridge Estates also saw declines over 85%. These steep drops contrast with the citywide 6.2% decline, showing significant local variation in Scottsdale's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Scottsdale
$3,000/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Scottsdale is $3,000 per month as of June 2026. This is 54% above the national average rent, or $1,050 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Scottsdale
1,412
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Scottsdale rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Scottsdale, AZ
Average rent prices in Scottsdale have decreased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 6% 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 $2,100, whereas a house costs $4,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Scottsdale run $1,799 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,219.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,544 | 5% |  14% | |
1 bedroom | $1,750 | 1% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $2,495 | 2% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $3,916 | 1% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $6,000 | 2% | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Boulders Carefree | $12,000 | |
Dc Ranch | $4,997 | |
Desert Mountain | $12,500 | |
Downtown Scottsdale | $2,849 | |
Gainey Ranch | $4,497 | |
Greyhawk | $4,000 | |
Mccormick Ranch | $3,325 | |
Scottsdale Ranch | $3,225 | |
Terravita | $6,000 | |
Troon North | $5,850 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,100 | 7% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,300 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $4,200 | 3% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,015 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,544
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
14%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,495
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,916
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$6,000
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Downtown Scottsdale
Average rent
$2,849
Mccormick Ranch
Average rent
$3,325
Greyhawk
Average rent
$4,000
Terravita
Average rent
$6,000
Scottsdale Ranch
Average rent
$3,225
Dc Ranch
Average rent
$4,997
Troon North
Average rent
$5,850
Desert Mountain
Average rent
$12,500
Boulders Carefree
Average rent
$12,000
Gainey Ranch
Average rent
$4,497
Apartments
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
7%
Condos
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$4,200
Last 30 days
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,015
Last 30 days
2%
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
54%higher than the national median
28%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Scottsdale, AZ is 20% higher than the median rent in Anthem, AZ.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,500
11%$1,851
22%$2,860
19%$3,800
4%$2,825
1%$1,895
4%$1,696
5%$2,465
12%$8,700
13%$1,695
2%$5,000
2%$1,895
1%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
House for rent
5d+ ago
Cox Heights apartment for rent in Scottsdale
1 bed
1 bath
$999
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Cox Heights apartment for rent in Scottsdale
1 bed
1 bath
$999
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 13
5d+ ago
House for rent in Scottsdale
4949 E Lincoln Dr #16, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
4 beds
5.5 baths
$55,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Pima Acres house for rent in Scottsdale
9067 E Rimrock Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
5 beds
6 baths
$50,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
DC Ranch house for rent in Scottsdale
10110 E Siesta Ln, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
4 beds
5.5 baths
$40,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Powderhorn Ranch house for rent in Scottsdale
10011 E Windrose Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
5 beds
4.5 baths
$39,000
$34,000
Price drop
House for rent
1h ago
Verified
6980 E Sahuaro Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,609–$2,819
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
6640 E Mcdowell Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$1,934
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
15501 N Dial Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,419–$2,799
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
15757 N 90th Pl, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,479–$2,489
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
9595 E Thunderbird Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,599–$2,669
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
7350 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,749–$2,509
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
6980 E Sahuaro Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
1 bed
1 bath
$1,609
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
6640 E Mcdowell Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$1,934
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
15501 N Dial Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,419–$2,799
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 June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Scottsdale?
Average rent prices in Scottsdale have decreased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
How does Scottsdale rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Scottsdale is 54% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,050 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Scottsdale?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Scottsdale are Downtown Scottsdale ($2,849/mo), Scottsdale Ranch ($3,225/mo), and Mccormick Ranch ($3,325/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?
Scottsdale's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,700 per month, while 2-bedroom units rent for around $2,600 monthly. One-bedroom rents remained relatively stable compared to the previous year, while 2-bedroom apartments saw a 3.9% increase.
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).