Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 30, 2026
Average rent in
Surprise, AZ
Average rent in
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Surprise rent stands today
Surprise, AZ rent rose 2.9% year over year, with a current median of $2,068/month. Renters today are paying $58 more per month on average than last year, with rent near the city's peak from mid-2025.
Compared to national trends
Surprise runs 8.8% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the higher price tier among smaller Arizona metros with 333 total rentals.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents in Surprise are $1,512/month, 1-bedrooms are $1,349/month, and 2-bedrooms are $1,899/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,950/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,325/month. The bedroom mix is weighted toward 3- and 4+ bedrooms, which make up over 80% of rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
The Studio bedroom segment saw a YoY rent decline of 42.5%, diverging from the citywide 2.9% rise. This contrasts with the broader market trend in Surprise, AZ, where rents have generally edged upward.
Median rent
Median rent in Surprise
$2,068/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Surprise is $2,068 per month as of October 2026. This is 9% above the national average rent, or $168 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Surprise
333
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Surprise rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Surprise, AZ
Average rent prices in Surprise have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% 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
Surprise, AZ
Rent prices in Surprise vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Surprise is $1,607, whereas a house costs $2,099. 1-bedroom apartments in Surprise run $1,349 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,697.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,512 | 2% |  43% | |
1 bedroom | $1,349 | No Change | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,899 | 3% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,950 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,325 | 1% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Bell West Ranch | $2,147 | |
Kingswood Parke | $1,852 | |
Mountain Vista Ranch | $1,999 | |
Rancho Gabriela | $2,030 | |
Roseview | $1,850 | |
Royal Ranch | $2,147 | |
Sierra Montana | $2,030 | |
Sun City Grand | $2,850 | |
Surprise Farms | $2,171 | |
West Point Towne Center | $2,000 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,607 | 3% | 2% | |
Condos | $1,950 | No Change | 32% | |
Houses | $2,099 | 1% | 2% | |
Rooms | $863 | 5% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,512
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
43%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,349
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,899
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,950
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,325
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
Surprise Farms
Average rent
$2,171
Royal Ranch
Average rent
$2,147
Sierra Montana
Average rent
$2,030
Mountain Vista Ranch
Average rent
$1,999
Sun City Grand
Average rent
$2,850
Rancho Gabriela
Average rent
$2,030
Roseview
Average rent
$1,850
Bell West Ranch
Average rent
$2,147
Kingswood Parke
Average rent
$1,852
West Point Towne Center
Average rent
$2,000
Apartments
Average rent
$1,607
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,950
Last year
32%
Houses
Average rent
$2,099
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$863
Last 30 days
5%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Surprise, 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 Surprise, AZ compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Surprise and Anthem by all bedroom counts and property types.
Surprise
9%higher than the national median
24%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Surprise, AZ is 12% lower than the median rent in Anthem, AZ.
Average rent in nearby cities
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2%$1,995
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3%$1,795
$2,000
4%$2,280
6%$2,100
$1,646
3%$1,725
1%$2,150
2%$2,037
2%Cost of living in Surprise, AZ
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 7% higher |
| Groceries | 4% higher |
| Health | 13% lower |
| Housing | 8% lower |
| Transportation | 9% higher |
| Utilities | 38% higher |
Discover rentals in Surprise, AZ
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Surprise
2 beds
1 bath
$950
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 Oct 23
5d+ ago
House for rent in Surprise
18399 W Jessie Ln #NA, Surprise, AZ 85387
4 beds
2 baths
$1,100
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.House for rent
Available Jun 9
5d+ ago
House for rent in Surprise
17521 West Bajada Road, Surprise, AZ 85387
5 beds
3 baths
$1,100
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 Jan 30
2d ago
12741 W Tasha Dr, Surprise, AZ 85378
2 beds
1 bath
$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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Surprise
15422 W Bajada Dr, Surprise, AZ 85387
4 beds
3.5 baths
$6,500
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
Surprise Farms house for rent in Surprise
16367 N 183rd Dr, Surprise, AZ 85388
3 beds
2 baths
$6,500
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 Surprise
17168 W Rocklin St, Surprise, AZ 85388
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,000
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
Kingswood Parke house for rent in Surprise
17311 N Kimberly Way, Surprise, AZ 85374
3 beds
3 baths
$5,000
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
1d ago
Verified
15164 N 140th Dr, Surprise, AZ 85379
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,299–$3,636
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
23h ago
Verified
17785 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85374
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,334–$2,084
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
6h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,025
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 13
22h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$2,155
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Dec 16
1d ago
Verified
15164 N 140th Dr, Surprise, AZ 85379
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,299–$3,636
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
23h ago
Verified
17785 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85374
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,334–$2,084
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
6h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,025
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 13
2d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,850
Price dropped $115Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 19
1d ago
Verified
15164 N 140th Dr, Surprise, AZ 85379
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,299–$3,636
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
23h ago
Verified
17785 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85374
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,334–$2,084
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
6h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,025
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 13
22h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$2,155
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Dec 16
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Frequently asked questions for Surprise, AZ
Quick answers to common questions about the Surprise rental market.
How much is rent in Surprise?
The average rent in Surprise is $2,068 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Surprise?
Average rent prices in Surprise have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Surprise rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Surprise is 9% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $168 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Surprise?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Surprise are Roseview ($1,850/mo), Kingswood Parke ($1,852/mo), and Mountain Vista Ranch ($1,999/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Surprise?
To comfortably afford rent in Surprise, you'd need to earn approximately $83,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Surprise?
December offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Surprise, with the lowest seasonal rents and reduced competition from other renters compared to peak months like June.
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).