Average Rent in 85018, Phoenix, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85018, Phoenix, AZ Rents

85018 rentals average $1,650 for a 1-bedroom rental to $12,995 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,800, or roughly $26 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $554 (-48.05%) year-over-year from $1,153 to $599. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $95 (5.82%) year-over-year from $1,630 to $1,725. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $56 (2.75%) year-over-year from $2,034 to $2,090. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $44 (1.45%) year-over-year from $3,007 to $3,050. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $7,802 (150.08%) year-over-year from $5,198 to $13,000. 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 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 27.57% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.45% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.48% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 30.87% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$28.16	$1,725	$1,630 (5.82%)	$1,331 (29.60%)
2 BR	$22.55	$2,090	$2,034 (2.75%)	$1,832 (14.05%)
3 BR	$21.22	$3,050	$3,007 (1.45%)	$2,780 (9.71%)
4+ BR	$43.95	$13,000	$5,198 (150.08%)	$5,033 (158.28%)

Historical Rents in 85018, Phoenix, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85018

There are a total of 19 cities nearby 85018. The average rent in 85018 is currently $2,192 per month. A total of 16 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Maricopa, AZ, with an average rent of $1,775, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 85018, Phoenix, AZ is Scottsdale, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $4,125 per month.

Let's compare 85018, Phoenix, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 22.76% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 85018, Phoenix, AZ are about 7.14% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 24.79% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 19 total cities near 85018, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Avondale, AZ	$1,099	$1,250	$1,350	$1,995
Mesa, AZ	$1,087	$1,200	$1,497	$2,047
Phoenix, AZ	$897	$1,250	$1,699	$2,095
Tempe, AZ	$1,097	$1,293	$1,600	$2,100
Glendale, AZ	$1,099	$925	$1,430	$2,100
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,250	$2,450	$2,200
Gilbert, AZ	N/A	$1,565	$2,125	$2,420
Chandler, AZ	$1,632	$1,557	$1,950	$2,485
Fountain Hills, AZ	N/A	$2,600	$2,750	$3,000
Scottsdale, AZ	$899	$2,000	$3,500	$4,125

Top Neighborhoods Near 85018

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near 85018. 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 85018, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near 85018, Phoenix, AZ is currently around $3,288 per month. A total of 3 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only three neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,288. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85018's average rent, which is only $2,800. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85018, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $2,200 per month. Whereas, at $4,998 average rent per month, Greyhawk is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 85018. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,250	$2,450	$2,200
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	N/A	$2,200	$2,600
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,365	$3,500	$2,800
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$3,000	$3,400	$3,775
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,500	$2,650	$4,395	$4,600
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,950	$4,000	$4,998

Top Counties Near 85018

There are a total of 3 counties located by 85018, Phoenix, AZ. Some of these counties include Pinal, AZ, Yavapai, AZ, and Maricopa, AZ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,240. That's roughly around $20 per sqft. A total of 3 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Pinal, AZ. Its average rent per month is $1,850. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,395, Maricopa, AZ is the most expensive county by 85018, Phoenix, AZ.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85018, Phoenix, AZ is 15.45% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85018, Phoenix, AZ is 5.00% more expensive 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	$935	$1,600	$1,850
Yavapai, AZ	N/A	$1,550	$2,000	$2,240
Maricopa, AZ	$998	$1,395	$1,995	$2,395

Top Zipcodes Near 85018

There are a total of 40 zipcodes in or near 85018, Phoenix, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,163. A total of 29 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 $15,000 per month is 85253, Paradise Valley, AZ.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $348. That's at least $1 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85018, Phoenix, AZ is $1,312 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,793 per month. Which comes out to $21 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 85018, 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	$799	$2,000	$2,495	$3,000
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$861	$1,398	$1,950	$2,098
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,095	$1,204	$1,613	$1,888
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$1,500	$2,550	$4,000	$4,385
85008, Phoenix, AZ	$895	$1,195	$1,423	$1,395
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,556	$3,000	$3,175	$4,475
85260, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,970	$3,500	$3,900
85257, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,437	$1,772	$2,985
85250, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,525	$2,500	$3,200
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,032	$4,200	$5,500

Frequently Asked Questions - 85018 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85018, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for 85018, Phoenix, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $2,800. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 85018, 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 85018, Phoenix, AZ.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85018, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,650 and an average price per square feet of $28.16. There are a total of 18 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85018.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85018, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,100 and an average price per square feet of $22.55. There are a total of 53 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85018.

How have rent prices in 85018, Phoenix, AZ changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 85018, Phoenix, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.48%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 85018, Phoenix, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in 85018, Phoenix, AZ is around $2,240/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.