Average Rent in 85023, Phoenix, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85023, Phoenix, AZ Rents

85023 rentals average $909 for a studio rental to $2,545 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,950, or roughly $16 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 $11 (1.28%) year-over-year from $898 to $909. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $122 (-9.91%) year-over-year from $1,232 to $1,110. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $72 (5.40%) year-over-year from $1,324 to $1,395. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $8 (0.40%) year-over-year from $2,089 to $2,098. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $351 (14.62%) year-over-year from $2,399 to $2,750. 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 12.69% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.84% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.79% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.45% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Oct 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $21.82 $909 $898 (1.28%) $858 (5.91%)
1 BR $20.34 $1,110 $1,232 (-9.91%) $1,346 (-17.51%)
2 BR $16.04 $1,395 $1,324 (5.40%) $1,807 (-22.81%)
3 BR $15.61 $2,098 $2,089 (0.40%) $2,107 (-0.47%)
4+ BR $16.00 $2,750 $2,399 (14.62%) $2,933 (-6.25%)

Historical Rents in 85023, Phoenix, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85023

There are a total of 20 cities nearby 85023. The average rent in 85023 is currently $2,136 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. 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 85023, Phoenix, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $18,000 per month.

Let's compare 85023, Phoenix, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 29.01% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 85023, Phoenix, AZ are about 50.54% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 5.61% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 20 total cities near 85023, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Glendale, AZ $1,348 $1,110 $1,395 $2,000
Tempe, AZ $1,754 $1,327 $1,650 $2,000
Phoenix, AZ $895 $1,300 $1,699 $2,019
Surprise, AZ $1,399 $1,742 $2,500 $2,172
Peoria, AZ N/A $1,187 $2,000 $2,305
Sun City, AZ N/A $1,499 $2,600 $2,500
Fountain Hills, AZ N/A $2,300 $2,700 $2,975
Anthem, AZ N/A $1,365 $3,500 $3,000
Scottsdale, AZ $1,425 $2,000 $3,500 $4,200
Paradise Valley, AZ N/A $3,250 $16,500 $18,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 85023

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near 85023. 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 85023, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near 85023, Phoenix, AZ is currently around $3,474 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85023's average rent, which is only $1,950. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85023, 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 85023. 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 85023

There are a total of 2 counties located by 85023, Phoenix, AZ. Some of these counties include Yavapai, AZ and Maricopa, AZ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,298. That's roughly around $19 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Yavapai, AZ. Its average rent per month is $2,245. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,350, Maricopa, AZ is the most expensive county by 85023, Phoenix, AZ.

Typically, rent for studios in 85023, Phoenix, AZ is 39.99% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85023, Phoenix, AZ is 28.69% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85023, Phoenix, AZ is 43.19% 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 $1,410 $2,000 $2,245
Maricopa, AZ $1,091 $1,448 $1,995 $2,350

Top Zipcodes Near 85023

There are a total of 41 zipcodes in or near 85023, Phoenix, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,150. A total of 12 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.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $697. 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 85023, Phoenix, AZ is $1,395 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,969 per month. Which comes out to $20 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 85023, 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
85032, Phoenix, AZ $1,187 $1,573 $1,500 $1,995
85254, Phoenix, AZ $1,556 $1,980 $3,150 $4,400
85258, Maricopa County, AZ $1,450 $2,550 $4,200 $4,450
85255, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $2,275 $4,500 $6,000
85022, Phoenix, AZ N/A $1,242 $1,668 $2,125
85260, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $1,855 $3,500 $4,000
85016, Phoenix, AZ $861 $1,495 $2,098 $2,377
85018, Phoenix, AZ $599 $1,600 $1,999 $2,950
85281, Tempe, AZ $1,832 $1,349 $1,650 $1,895

Frequently Asked Questions - 85023 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85023, Phoenix, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for 85023, Phoenix, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $1,950. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 85023, 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 85023, Phoenix, AZ.
How much is a studio apartment in 85023, Phoenix, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $909 and an average price per square feet of $21.82. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 85023.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85023, Phoenix, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,110 and an average price per square feet of $20.34. There are a total of 6 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85023.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85023, Phoenix, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,395 and an average price per square feet of $16.04. There are a total of 11 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85023.
How have rent prices in 85023, Phoenix, AZ changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 85023, Phoenix, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.01%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.10%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.05%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 85023, Phoenix, AZ?
A reasonable rent price in 85023, Phoenix, AZ is around $1,560/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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