Average Rent in 85018, Phoenix, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85018, Phoenix, AZ Rents

85018 rentals average $699 for a studio rental to $9,998 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,700, or roughly $26 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $154 (-18.02%) year-over-year from $853 to $699. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $169 (-9.88%) year-over-year from $1,709 to $1,540. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $187 (9.52%) year-over-year from $1,963 to $2,150. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $789 (25.57%) year-over-year from $3,086 to $3,875. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $3,277 (42.43%) year-over-year from $7,723 to $11,000. 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 12.52% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 26.54% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 16.76% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 20.81% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 26.92% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jul 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $27.96 $699 $853 (-18.02%) $1,298 (-46.16%)
1 BR $23.84 $1,540 $1,709 (-9.88%) $1,290 (19.38%)
2 BR $21.51 $2,150 $1,963 (9.52%) $1,697 (26.72%)
3 BR $24.98 $3,875 $3,086 (25.57%) $3,283 (18.02%)
4+ BR $38.42 $11,000 $7,723 (42.43%) $4,414 (149.20%)

Historical Rents in 85018, Phoenix, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85018

There are a total of 21 cities nearby 85018. The average rent in 85018 is currently $2,195 per month. A total of 16 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Casa Grande, AZ, with an average rent of $1,895, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 85018, Phoenix, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $21,900 per month.

Let's compare 85018, Phoenix, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 4.69% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 85018, Phoenix, AZ are about 0.24% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 33.82% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 21 total cities near 85018, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Sun City, AZ N/A $1,800 $2,000 $1,995
Mesa, AZ $1,050 $1,224 $1,550 $1,995
Glendale, AZ $797 $999 $1,473 $2,023
Phoenix, AZ $825 $1,325 $1,700 $2,100
Tempe, AZ $1,615 $1,413 $1,772 $2,300
Chandler, AZ $1,360 $1,695 $1,920 $2,463
Gilbert, AZ N/A $1,708 $2,100 $2,500
Fountain Hills, AZ $2,095 $1,975 $2,595 $2,800
Scottsdale, AZ $1,375 $1,900 $3,100 $4,000
Paradise Valley, AZ N/A $11,500 $18,000 $21,900

Top Neighborhoods Near 85018

There are a total of 11 neighborhoods in or near 85018. Some of these neighborhoods include Downtown Phoenix, Sun City, and Vistancia. We've included all of these top 11 neighborhoods in or near 85018, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 11 neighborhoods in or near 85018, Phoenix, AZ is currently around $3,200 per month. A total of 5 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only six neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,200. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85018's average rent, which is only $2,700. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85018, Downtown Phoenix has the most affordable average rent at $1,995 per month. Whereas, at $4,425 average rent per month, McCormick Ranch is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 85018. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ $778 $1,914 $2,500 $1,995
Sun City, AZ N/A $1,800 $2,000 $1,995
Vistancia, Peoria, AZ N/A N/A $2,550 $2,400
Sun City West, AZ N/A $1,438 $2,600 $2,500
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ N/A $1,830 $2,020 $2,595
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ N/A $1,453 $3,675 $3,200
Scottsdale Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $2,548 $3,500 $3,500
Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ N/A $2,300 $2,950 $3,600
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ $1,900 $2,795 $3,350 $3,697
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $2,100 $3,225 $4,000
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ $2,025 $2,250 $3,998 $4,425

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 $1,998. That's roughly around $19 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 $1,900. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,395, Maricopa, AZ is the most expensive county by 85018, Phoenix, AZ.

Typically, rent for studios in 85018, Phoenix, AZ is 38.20% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85018, Phoenix, AZ is 6.14% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85018, Phoenix, AZ is 4.77% 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 N/A $1,300 $1,699 $1,900
Yavapai, AZ $1,494 $1,198 $1,995 $1,998
Maricopa, AZ $966 $1,453 $1,999 $2,395

Top Zipcodes Near 85018

There are a total of 44 zipcodes in or near 85018, Phoenix, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,200. A total of 32 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 85301, Glendale, AZ at $1,395 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 $314. That's at least $9 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 $1,385 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,885 per month. Which comes out to $20 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 $1,253 $1,946 $2,500 $3,000
85016, Phoenix, AZ $875 $1,495 $2,250 $2,200
85281, Tempe, AZ $1,704 $1,664 $1,850 $2,195
85258, Maricopa County, AZ $2,025 $2,122 $3,600 $4,000
85008, Phoenix, AZ $847 $1,248 $1,495 $1,495
85254, Phoenix, AZ $1,582 $1,978 $3,000 $4,275
85260, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $1,816 $3,275 $3,600
85257, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $1,492 $1,780 $3,400
85250, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $1,750 $2,300 $3,173
85255, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $2,200 $3,500 $5,000

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 $2,700. 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 studio apartment in 85018, Phoenix, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $699 and an average price per square feet of $27.96. There are a total of 7 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 85018.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85018, Phoenix, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,385 and an average price per square feet of $23.84. There are a total of 30 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 $2,095 and an average price per square feet of $21.51. There are a total of 65 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 -0.18%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.10%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.10%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.26% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 85018, Phoenix, AZ?
A reasonable rent price in 85018, Phoenix, AZ is around $2,160/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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