Average Rent in 85048, Phoenix, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85048, Phoenix, AZ Rents

85048 rentals average $1,406 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,600 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,433, or roughly $19 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $1,550 to $1,550. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $8 (0.55%) year-over-year from $1,398 to $1,406. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $119 (-5.56%) year-over-year from $2,142 to $2,023. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $103 (4.28%) year-over-year from $2,398 to $2,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $426 (13.42%) year-over-year from $3,174 to $3,600. 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 4.44% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 5.16% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.31% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 18.68% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jun 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$22.42	$1,406	$1,398 (0.55%)	$1,417 (-0.74%)
2 BR	$20.16	$2,023	$2,142 (-5.56%)	$1,842 (9.82%)
3 BR	$17.48	$2,500	$2,398 (4.28%)	$2,427 (3.02%)
4+ BR	$16.91	$3,600	$3,174 (13.42%)	$2,698 (33.42%)

Historical Rents in 85048, Phoenix, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85048

There are a total of 21 cities nearby 85048. The average rent in 85048 is currently $2,199 per month. A total of 13 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Maricopa, AZ, with an average rent of $1,895, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 85048, Phoenix, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $20,000 per month.

Let's compare 85048, Phoenix, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 3.31% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 85048, Phoenix, AZ are about 6.25% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 10.48% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 21 total cities near 85048, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Maricopa, AZ	N/A	$1,098	$1,827	$1,895
Mesa, AZ	$1,050	$1,200	$1,595	$2,000
Glendale, AZ	$797	$999	$1,443	$2,099
Avondale, AZ	$1,099	$1,405	$1,700	$2,100
Phoenix, AZ	$849	$1,318	$1,699	$2,100
Goodyear, AZ	$1,599	$1,749	$2,180	$2,195
Tempe, AZ	$1,605	$1,350	$1,772	$2,290
Chandler, AZ	$1,360	$1,771	$1,900	$2,500
Gilbert, AZ	N/A	$1,723	$2,150	$2,550
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$11,500	$18,000	$20,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 85048

There are a total of 12 neighborhoods in or near 85048. Some of these neighborhoods include Sun City, Downtown Phoenix, and Sun City West. We've included all of these top 12 neighborhoods in or near 85048, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 12 neighborhoods in or near 85048, Phoenix, AZ is currently around $3,300 per month. A total of 3 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only nine neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,300. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85048's average rent, which is only $2,433. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85048, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $1,900 per month. Whereas, at $6,000 average rent per month, Terravita is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 85048. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,598	$1,875	$1,900
Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ	$744	$1,964	$2,473	$2,050
Sun City West, AZ	N/A	$1,450	$2,500	$2,313
Vistancia, Peoria, AZ	N/A	N/A	$2,575	$2,450
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	$1,830	$2,135	$2,598
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,453	$3,850	$3,100
Scottsdale Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,548	$3,795	$3,500
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	$2,200	$2,773	$3,495	$3,695
Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ	N/A	$2,300	$3,398	$3,700
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,100	$3,250	$4,000
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$2,025	$2,300	$3,898	$4,200
Terravita, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	N/A	$5,500	$6,000

Top Counties Near 85048

There are a total of 2 counties located by 85048, Phoenix, AZ. Some of these counties include Pinal, AZ and Maricopa, AZ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,149. That's roughly around $17 per sqft. A total of 2 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 $2,398, Maricopa, AZ is the most expensive county by 85048, Phoenix, AZ.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85048, Phoenix, AZ is 2.31% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85048, Phoenix, AZ is 6.74% 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	$2,275	$1,300	$1,773	$1,900
Maricopa, AZ	$995	$1,447	$2,000	$2,398

Top Zipcodes Near 85048

There are a total of 47 zipcodes in or near 85048, Phoenix, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,295. A total of 28 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 85015, Phoenix, AZ at $1,325 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 $749. That's at least $17 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85048, Phoenix, AZ is $1,475 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,925 per month. Which comes out to $20 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 85048, 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	$1,299	$1,991	$2,500	$3,000
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,654	$1,400	$1,825	$2,050
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$899	$1,235	$1,990	$2,948
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$2,025	$2,044	$3,800	$4,000
85282, Tempe, AZ	$962	$1,272	$1,623	$2,750
85044, Phoenix, AZ	N/A	$1,347	$1,700	$2,250
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$862	$1,475	$2,300	$2,300
85042, Phoenix, AZ	$2,300	$1,180	$1,999	$2,350
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,100	$3,798	$5,000
85226, Maricopa County, AZ	N/A	$2,038	$1,895	$2,345

Frequently Asked Questions - 85048 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85048, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for 85048, Phoenix, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $2,433. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 85048, 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 85048, Phoenix, AZ.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85048, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,406 and an average price per square feet of $22.42. There are a total of 13 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85048.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85048, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,023 and an average price per square feet of $20.16. There are a total of 14 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85048.

How have rent prices in 85048, Phoenix, AZ changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 85048, Phoenix, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.06%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 85048, Phoenix, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in 85048, Phoenix, AZ is around $1,946/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.