Average Rent in 85008, Phoenix, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85008, Phoenix, AZ Rents

85008 rentals average $799 for a studio rental to $3,000 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,395, or roughly $19 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $68 (9.25%) year-over-year from $731 to $799. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $109 (-8.37%) year-over-year from $1,299 to $1,190. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $269 (-16.48%) year-over-year from $1,631 to $1,363. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $215 (-8.68%) year-over-year from $2,474 to $2,260. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $942 (-23.15%) year-over-year from $4,067 to $3,125. 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 down by 3.85% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.92% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.26% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.94% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.95% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$10.45	$799	$731 (9.25%)	$930 (-14.09%)
1 BR	$20.15	$1,190	$1,299 (-8.37%)	$1,423 (-16.37%)
2 BR	$19.78	$1,363	$1,631 (-16.48%)	$1,611 (-15.43%)
3 BR	$18.40	$2,260	$2,474 (-8.68%)	$2,291 (-1.37%)
4+ BR	$19.98	$3,125	$4,067 (-23.15%)	$3,508 (-10.93%)

Historical Rents in 85008, Phoenix, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85008

There are a total of 20 cities nearby 85008. The average rent in 85008 is currently $2,136 per month. Our records show that Maricopa, AZ, with an average rent of $1,763, 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 $18,000 per month.

Let's compare 85008, Phoenix, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 20.08% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 85008, Phoenix, AZ are about 51.62% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 2.49% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 20 total cities near 85008, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Tempe, AZ	$1,754	$1,327	$1,650	$2,000
Glendale, AZ	$1,348	$1,110	$1,395	$2,000
Phoenix, AZ	$895	$1,300	$1,699	$2,019
Mesa, AZ	$1,237	$1,198	$1,500	$2,038
Gilbert, AZ	N/A	$1,580	$2,100	$2,430
Chandler, AZ	$1,359	$1,557	$1,995	$2,450
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,499	$2,600	$2,500
Fountain Hills, AZ	N/A	$2,300	$2,700	$2,975
Scottsdale, AZ	$1,425	$2,000	$3,500	$4,200
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$3,250	$16,500	$18,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 85008

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near 85008. Some of these neighborhoods include Sun City, Arrowhead Ranch, and Sun City Anthem. We've included all of these top 6 neighborhoods in or near 85008, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near 85008, Phoenix, AZ is currently around $3,474 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85008's average rent, which is only $1,395. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85008, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $2,500 per month. Whereas, at $5,000 average rent per month, Greyhawk 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	$1,800	$2,600	$2,500
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	$1,830	$2,200	$2,595
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,365	$3,500	$2,949
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$3,000	$3,550	$4,000
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,450	$2,650	$4,445	$4,800
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,550	$4,200	$5,000

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 $2,090. That's roughly around $16 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Pinal, AZ. Its average rent per month is $1,829. 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 29.29% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85008, Phoenix, AZ is 0.52% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85008, Phoenix, AZ is 33.39% 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	$975	$950	$1,700	$1,829
Maricopa, AZ	$1,091	$1,448	$1,995	$2,350

Top Zipcodes Near 85008

There are a total of 41 zipcodes in or near 85008, Phoenix, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,150. A total of 2 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 $1,299 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $14,700 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 $1,368 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,815 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	$998	$2,000	$2,500	$3,000
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$599	$1,600	$1,999	$2,950
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,832	$1,349	$1,650	$1,895
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$861	$1,495	$2,098	$2,377
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$1,450	$2,550	$4,200	$4,450
85257, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,397	$1,810	$2,950
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,556	$1,980	$3,150	$4,400
85282, Tempe, AZ	$1,104	$1,291	$1,500	$2,325
85260, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,855	$3,500	$4,000
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,275	$4,500	$6,000

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 $1,395. 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 $799 and an average price per square feet of $10.45. There are a total of 3 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 $1,193 and an average price per square feet of $20.15. There are a total of 30 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 $1,385 and an average price per square feet of $19.78. There are a total of 46 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 0.09%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.08%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.16%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.09% year-over-year.

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

A reasonable rent price in 85008, Phoenix, AZ is around $1,116/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.