Average Rent in 85021, Phoenix, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85021, Phoenix, AZ Rents

85021 rentals average $749 for a studio rental to $3,600 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,295, or roughly $17 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $74 (-9.03%) year-over-year from $823 to $749. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $14 (1.28%) year-over-year from $1,051 to $1,065. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $121 (-8.35%) year-over-year from $1,446 to $1,325. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $47 (-2.41%) year-over-year from $1,946 to $1,900. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $308 (8.01%) year-over-year from $3,840 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 up by 2.46% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.36% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.79% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.58% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 23.84% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$19.16	$749	$823 (-9.03%)	$1,010 (-25.80%)
1 BR	$19.43	$1,065	$1,051 (1.28%)	$1,035 (2.85%)
2 BR	$17.01	$1,325	$1,446 (-8.35%)	$1,389 (-4.62%)
3 BR	$15.91	$1,900	$1,946 (-2.41%)	$1,817 (4.57%)
4+ BR	$19.85	$4,148	$3,840 (8.01%)	$3,721 (11.47%)

Historical Rents in 85021, Phoenix, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85021

There are a total of 20 cities nearby 85021. The average rent in 85021 is currently $2,195 per month. Our records show that Maricopa, AZ, with an average rent of $1,780, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 85021, Phoenix, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $19,999 per month.

Let's compare 85021, Phoenix, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 29.96% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 85021, Phoenix, AZ are about 67.78% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 17.11% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 20 total cities near 85021, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Avondale, AZ	$1,099	$1,250	$1,350	$1,995
Phoenix, AZ	$899	$1,250	$1,700	$2,095
Glendale, AZ	$1,099	$925	$1,450	$2,100
Tempe, AZ	$1,095	$1,291	$1,600	$2,100
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,250	$2,500	$2,300
Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,225	$1,923	$2,395
Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,365	$3,500	$3,000
Fountain Hills, AZ	N/A	$2,600	$2,750	$3,000
Scottsdale, AZ	$899	$1,998	$3,500	$4,200
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$2,000	$16,500	$19,999

Top Neighborhoods Near 85021

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near 85021. 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 85021, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near 85021, Phoenix, AZ is currently around $3,375 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85021's average rent, which is only $1,295. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85021, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $2,300 per month. Whereas, at $4,998 average rent per month, Greyhawk is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 85021. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,250	$2,500	$2,300
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	N/A	$1,975	$2,600
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,365	$3,500	$2,949
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$3,000	$3,400	$3,800
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,500	$2,650	$4,395	$4,695
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,945	$4,000	$4,998

Top Counties Near 85021

There are a total of 2 counties located by 85021, Phoenix, AZ. Some of these counties include Yavapai, AZ and Maricopa, AZ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,318. That's roughly around $20 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Yavapai, AZ. Its average rent per month is $2,240. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,395, Maricopa, AZ is the most expensive county by 85021, Phoenix, AZ.

Typically, rent for studios in 85021, Phoenix, AZ is 33.34% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85021, Phoenix, AZ is 49.19% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85021, Phoenix, AZ is 66.53% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Yavapai, AZ	N/A	$1,550	$2,000	$2,240
Maricopa, AZ	$999	$1,395	$1,995	$2,395

Top Zipcodes Near 85021

There are a total of 36 zipcodes in or near 85021, Phoenix, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,198.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $800. That's at least $21 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85021, Phoenix, AZ is $1,350 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,798 per month. Which comes out to $21 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 85021, 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	$1,395	$1,905	$2,048
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$1,350	$1,650	$2,079	$2,795
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$1,500	$2,550	$4,000	$4,395
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,556	$3,000	$3,325	$4,500
85032, Phoenix, AZ	$1,187	$1,550	$1,497	$1,950
85020, Phoenix, AZ	$950	$999	$1,650	$1,700
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,045	$1,199	$1,613	$1,895
85260, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,970	$3,500	$3,945
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,032	$4,200	$5,950

Frequently Asked Questions - 85021 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85021, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for 85021, Phoenix, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $1,295. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 85021, 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 85021, Phoenix, AZ.

How much is a studio apartment in 85021, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $749 and an average price per square feet of $19.16. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 85021.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85021, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $987 and an average price per square feet of $19.43. There are a total of 19 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85021.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85021, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,200 and an average price per square feet of $17.01. There are a total of 36 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85021.

How have rent prices in 85021, Phoenix, AZ changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 85021, Phoenix, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.09%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.08%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.02% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 85021, Phoenix, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in 85021, Phoenix, AZ is around $1,036/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.