Average Rent in 85020, Phoenix, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85020, Phoenix, AZ Rents

85020 rentals average $1,390 for a studio rental to $4,148 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,550, or roughly $20 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $672 (93.59%) year-over-year from $718 to $1,390. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $370 (-27.12%) year-over-year from $1,365 to $995. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $92 (5.88%) year-over-year from $1,558 to $1,650. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $13 (0.56%) year-over-year from $2,382 to $2,395. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $931 (28.94%) year-over-year from $3,217 to $4,148. 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 4.79% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 10.90% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.43% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.99% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.47% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$21.72	$1,390	$718 (93.59%)	$1,075 (29.30%)
1 BR	$19.90	$995	$1,365 (-27.12%)	$1,557 (-36.10%)
2 BR	$19.21	$1,650	$1,558 (5.88%)	$1,449 (13.87%)
3 BR	$20.42	$2,395	$2,382 (0.56%)	$2,383 (0.52%)
4+ BR	$16.61	$4,148	$3,217 (28.94%)	$4,511 (-8.06%)

Historical Rents in 85020, Phoenix, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85020

There are a total of 21 cities nearby 85020. The average rent in 85020 is currently $2,195 per month. 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 85020, Phoenix, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $21,900 per month.

Let's compare 85020, Phoenix, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 45.73% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 85020, Phoenix, AZ are about 35.70% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 3.57% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 21 total cities near 85020, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,800	$2,000	$1,995
Glendale, AZ	$797	$999	$1,473	$2,023
Phoenix, AZ	$825	$1,325	$1,700	$2,100
Avondale, AZ	$1,099	$1,125	$1,447	$2,165
Tempe, AZ	$1,615	$1,413	$1,772	$2,300
Sun City West, AZ	N/A	$1,438	$2,600	$2,500
Fountain Hills, AZ	$2,095	$1,975	$2,595	$2,800
Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,453	$3,850	$3,250
Scottsdale, AZ	$1,375	$1,900	$3,100	$4,000
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$11,500	$18,000	$21,900

Top Neighborhoods Near 85020

There are a total of 11 neighborhoods in or near 85020. Some of these neighborhoods include Downtown Phoenix, Sun City, and Vistancia. We've included all of these top 11 neighborhoods in or near 85020, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 11 neighborhoods in or near 85020, Phoenix, AZ is currently around $3,200 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85020's average rent, which is only $1,550. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85020, 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 85020. 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 85020

There are a total of 3 counties located by 85020, 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. 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 85020, Phoenix, AZ.

Typically, rent for studios in 85020, Phoenix, AZ is 30.50% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85020, Phoenix, AZ is 30.65% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85020, Phoenix, AZ is 28.92% 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	$1,300	$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 85020

There are a total of 43 zipcodes in or near 85020, Phoenix, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,195. A total of 5 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 $699. That's at least $19 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85020, Phoenix, AZ is $1,425 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,800 per month. Which comes out to $20 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 85020, 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
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$699	$1,385	$2,095	$2,700
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$875	$1,495	$2,250	$2,200
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$2,025	$2,122	$3,600	$4,000
85032, Phoenix, AZ	$799	$1,525	$1,500	$1,995
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,582	$1,978	$3,000	$4,275
85260, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,816	$3,275	$3,600
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,200	$3,500	$5,000
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,704	$1,664	$1,850	$2,195
85014, Phoenix, AZ	$800	$1,099	$1,695	$1,650

Frequently Asked Questions - 85020 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85020, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for 85020, Phoenix, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $1,550. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 85020, 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 85020, Phoenix, AZ.

How much is a studio apartment in 85020, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,390 and an average price per square feet of $21.72. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 85020.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85020, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $995 and an average price per square feet of $19.90. There are a total of 20 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85020.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85020, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,548 and an average price per square feet of $19.21. There are a total of 58 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85020.

How have rent prices in 85020, Phoenix, AZ changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 85020, Phoenix, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.94%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.27%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 85020, Phoenix, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in 85020, Phoenix, AZ is around $1,240/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.