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Surprise rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 371 apartments for rent in Surprise, with a median rent price of $2,000 per month. Surprise has seen a 2%—or $41—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$2,000

Year Over Year Change

2%

$41

Rentals available, last 30 days

371

Rent ranges for Surprise apartments
$4,501 - $6,000
1%
$3,001 - $4,500
5%
$1,501 - $3,000
86%
$0 - $1,500
7%

How has rent in Surprise, AZ changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Surprise, AZ, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $2,000, which is a 1.91% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Surprise, AZ is about $1,388. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Surprise, AZ is $1,800, and studios are about $1,895 per month.

See more Surprise, AZ rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Surprise, AZ?

26

schools

23,173

students

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Freedom Traditional Academy

16066 n parkview pl

surprise, AZ, 85374

PK, K-8Public
A

Canyon Ridge School

17359 w surprise farms loop n

surprise, AZ, 85388

K-8Public
A-

Marley Park Elementary School

15042 w sweetwater ave

surprise, AZ, 85379

PK, K-8Public
B+

Rancho Gabriela Elementary School

15272 w gabriela dr

surprise, AZ, 85379

PK, K-4Public
B+

Western Peaks Elementary School

18063 w surprise farms loop s

surprise, AZ, 85388

PK, K-4Public
B+

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Who lives in Surprise, AZ?

Gender

47% Male
53% Female

Age Range

0-19

27%

20-34

14%

35-44

12%

45-64

22%

65+

23%

Language

English

87%

Spanish

8%

Indo Euro

1%

Asia Pac

1%

Other

0%

Education

No HS

8%

High School

52%

Bachelor's

29%

Master's

8%

Prof Degree

1%

Doctorate

0%

What is the household breakdown in Surprise, AZ?

Families

59% Families
41% Single

Property

25% Renters
75% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

10%

25-50k

19%

50-75k

22%

75-100k

16%

100-150k

20%

150k+

10%

How do residents get around Surprise, AZ?

Surprise locals spend about 30 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. Residents or visitors looking to take public transit can hop on a bus, the light rail or streetcar run by Valley Metro Transit to navigate Surprise and nearby areas. The best way to fly in or out of Surprise is through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, 26.43 miles away.

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Scores for Surprise are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Surprise, AZ?

The overall cost of living in Surprise, AZ is 3% higher than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Surprise you can expect groceries to cost more than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $2.94 per carton, and milk $4.76. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $103.39 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY

Goods & Services

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

3% higher

CATEGORY

Groceries

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

4% higher

CATEGORY

Utilities

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

45% higher

CATEGORY

Transportation

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

3% higher

CATEGORY

Health

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

15% lower

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Allora Surprise - Photo 1 of 1

8h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Allora Surprise

17785 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85374

Garage parking | Swimming pool | Fitness center

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,284–$2,278

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Broadway North at Mason Ranch - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special
New construction

22h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Broadway North at Mason Ranch

25200 N 151st Dr, Surprise, AZ 85387

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

3–5 beds

2 baths

$2,195–$2,982

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17378 W Holland Ln - Photo 1 of 1

16h ago

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Garage parking | On-site laundry | Walk-in closets

4 beds

2 baths

$2,110

$1,820

Price drop

House for rent

Available Oct 8