Average Rent in 85008, Phoenix, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85008, Phoenix, AZ Rents

85008 rentals average $896 for a studio rental to $3,100 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,425, or roughly $21 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $316 (43.16%) year-over-year from $731 to $1,047. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $22 (1.91%) year-over-year from $1,129 to $1,150. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $32 (2.19%) year-over-year from $1,463 to $1,495. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $303 (-12.22%) year-over-year from $2,475 to $2,173. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $433 (-10.00%) year-over-year from $4,333 to $3,900. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 19.93% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.17% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.68% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.40% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 10.91% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$28.68	$1,047	$731 (43.16%)	$990 (5.76%)
1 BR	$21.63	$1,150	$1,129 (1.91%)	$1,267 (-9.21%)
2 BR	$20.39	$1,495	$1,463 (2.19%)	$1,582 (-5.49%)
3 BR	$19.26	$2,173	$2,475 (-12.22%)	$2,366 (-8.17%)
4+ BR	$22.42	$3,900	$4,333 (-10.00%)	$3,779 (3.20%)

Historical Rents in 85008, Phoenix, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85008

There are a total of 21 cities nearby 85008. The average rent in 85008 is currently $2,195 per month. Our records show that Maricopa, AZ, with an average rent of $1,800, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 85008, Phoenix, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $19,750 per month.

Let's compare 85008, Phoenix, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 24.78% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 85008, Phoenix, AZ are about 40.28% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 1.24% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 21 total cities near 85008, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Mesa, AZ	$1,100	$1,203	$1,550	$2,000
Phoenix, AZ	$895	$1,300	$1,700	$2,073
Glendale, AZ	$1,370	$995	$1,500	$2,095
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$2,350	$2,100	$2,100
Tempe, AZ	$1,550	$1,395	$1,650	$2,115
Gilbert, AZ	N/A	$1,565	$2,199	$2,450
Chandler, AZ	$1,966	$1,551	$1,950	$2,495
Fountain Hills, AZ	$1,513	$2,000	$2,200	$2,825
Scottsdale, AZ	$1,251	$1,950	$3,395	$4,000
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$6,750	$17,000	$19,750

Top Neighborhoods Near 85008

There are a total of 8 neighborhoods in or near 85008. Some of these neighborhoods include Sun City, Sun City West, and Arrowhead Ranch. We've included all of these top 8 neighborhoods in or near 85008, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 8 neighborhoods in or near 85008, Phoenix, AZ is currently around $3,224 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85008's average rent, which is only $1,425. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85008, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $2,100 per month. Whereas, at $4,695 average rent per month, McCormick Ranch is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 85008. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$2,350	$2,100	$2,100
Sun City West, AZ	N/A	$1,488	$2,500	$2,500
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	$1,830	$2,010	$2,598
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,435	$3,500	$2,848
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,295	$3,000	$3,250	$3,600
Scottsdale Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$3,450	$3,825	$3,798
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,750	$3,775	$4,300
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$2,025	$2,350	$4,395	$4,695

Top Counties Near 85008

There are a total of 2 counties located by 85008, Phoenix, AZ. Some of these counties include Pinal, AZ and Maricopa, AZ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,123. That's roughly around $17 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Pinal, AZ. Its average rent per month is $1,895. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,350, Maricopa, AZ is the most expensive county by 85008, Phoenix, AZ.

Typically, rent for studios in 85008, Phoenix, AZ is 38.70% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85008, Phoenix, AZ is 10.85% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85008, Phoenix, AZ is 23.41% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Pinal, AZ	N/A	$1,100	$1,700	$1,895
Maricopa, AZ	$1,099	$1,450	$1,995	$2,350

Top Zipcodes Near 85008

There are a total of 42 zipcodes in or near 85008, Phoenix, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,234. A total of 4 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 85021, Phoenix, AZ at $1,295 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $14,995 per month is 85253, Paradise Valley, AZ.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85008, Phoenix, AZ is $1,382 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,886 per month. Which comes out to $21 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 85008, Phoenix, AZ. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
85251, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,099	$2,000	$2,395	$3,000
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$749	$1,625	$2,025	$2,700
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,704	$1,450	$1,650	$1,995
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$875	$1,425	$1,950	$2,195
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$2,025	$2,200	$4,200	$4,495
85257, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,399	$1,773	$3,400
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,556	$2,110	$3,175	$4,050
85282, Tempe, AZ	$1,024	$1,228	$1,525	$2,495
85260, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,950	$3,500	$3,800
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,870	$4,200	$5,000

Frequently Asked Questions - 85008 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85008, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for 85008, Phoenix, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $1,425. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 85008, Phoenix, AZ rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 85008, Phoenix, AZ.

How much is a studio apartment in 85008, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $896 and an average price per square feet of $28.68. There are a total of 8 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 85008.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85008, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,150 and an average price per square feet of $21.63. There are a total of 29 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85008.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85008, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,497 and an average price per square feet of $20.39. There are a total of 48 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85008.

How have rent prices in 85008, Phoenix, AZ changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 85008, Phoenix, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.43%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.12% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 85008, Phoenix, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in 85008, Phoenix, AZ is around $1,140/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.