Average Rent in 85051, Phoenix, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85051, Phoenix, AZ Rents

85051 rentals average $799 for a studio rental to $2,123 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,498, or roughly $16 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $289 (-26.56%) year-over-year from $1,088 to $799. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,223 (150.51%) year-over-year from $812 to $2,035. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $17 (1.49%) year-over-year from $1,156 to $1,173. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $47 (2.68%) year-over-year from $1,753 to $1,800. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $23 (1.07%) year-over-year from $2,100 to $2,123. 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 2.36% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 18.11% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 29.06% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.69% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 5.98% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$19.24	$799	$1,088 (-26.56%)	$1,208 (-33.88%)
1 BR	$22.19	$2,035	$812 (150.51%)	$1,162 (75.13%)
2 BR	$14.48	$1,173	$1,156 (1.49%)	$1,313 (-10.67%)
3 BR	$15.78	$1,800	$1,753 (2.68%)	$1,683 (6.98%)
4+ BR	$13.38	$2,123	$2,100 (1.07%)	$2,283 (-7.04%)

Historical Rents in 85051, Phoenix, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85051

There are a total of 20 cities nearby 85051. The average rent in 85051 is currently $2,136 per month. 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 85051, Phoenix, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $18,000 per month.

Let's compare 85051, Phoenix, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 29.63% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 85051, Phoenix, AZ are about 79.03% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 30.53% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 20 total cities near 85051, 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
Avondale, AZ	$1,099	$1,250	$1,350	$2,050
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
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 85051

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near 85051. 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 85051, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near 85051, Phoenix, AZ is currently around $3,474 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85051's average rent, which is only $1,498. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85051, 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 85051. 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 85051

There are a total of 2 counties located by 85051, 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 85051, Phoenix, AZ.

Typically, rent for studios in 85051, Phoenix, AZ is 31.73% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85051, Phoenix, AZ is 29.80% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85051, Phoenix, AZ is 70.29% 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 85051

There are a total of 39 zipcodes in or near 85051, Phoenix, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,150. A total of 3 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 $699. That's at least $6 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85051, Phoenix, AZ is $1,397 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,938 per month. Which comes out to $20 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 85051, 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
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$861	$1,495	$2,098	$2,377
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$599	$1,600	$1,999	$2,950
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$1,450	$2,550	$4,200	$4,450
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,556	$1,980	$3,150	$4,400
85032, Phoenix, AZ	$1,187	$1,573	$1,500	$1,995
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,832	$1,349	$1,650	$1,895
85021, Phoenix, AZ	$699	$993	$1,295	$1,299
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,275	$4,500	$6,000
85260, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,855	$3,500	$4,000

Frequently Asked Questions - 85051 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85051, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for 85051, Phoenix, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $1,498. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 85051, 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 85051, Phoenix, AZ.

How much is a studio apartment in 85051, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $799 and an average price per square feet of $19.24. There are a total of 3 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 85051.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85051, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,035 and an average price per square feet of $22.19. There are a total of 11 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85051.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85051, Phoenix, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,173 and an average price per square feet of $14.48. There are a total of 19 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85051.

How have rent prices in 85051, Phoenix, AZ changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 85051, Phoenix, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.27%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 1.51%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 85051, Phoenix, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in 85051, Phoenix, AZ is around $1,198/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.