Average Rent in 85085, Phoenix, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85085, Phoenix, AZ Rents

85085 rentals average $1,330 for a studio rental to $3,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,800, or roughly $16 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 decreased by $481 (-26.55%) year-over-year from $1,811 to $1,330. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $235 (-13.80%) year-over-year from $1,701 to $1,466. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $431 (-18.87%) year-over-year from $2,284 to $1,853. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $94 (-3.83%) year-over-year from $2,444 to $2,350. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $727 (26.21%) year-over-year from $2,773 to $3,500. 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 down by 0.23% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.44% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.02% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.06% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jul 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $27.56 $1,330 $1,811 (-26.55%) $2,091 (-36.38%)
1 BR $22.10 $1,466 $1,701 (-13.80%) $1,915 (-23.43%)
2 BR $19.35 $1,853 $2,284 (-18.87%) $2,269 (-18.33%)
3 BR $15.84 $2,350 $2,444 (-3.83%) $2,572 (-8.64%)
4+ BR $14.81 $3,500 $2,773 (26.21%) $3,165 (10.58%)

Historical Rents in 85085, Phoenix, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85085

There are a total of 21 cities nearby 85085. The average rent in 85085 is currently $2,298 per month. A total of 17 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Casa Grande, AZ, with an average rent of $1,870, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 85085, Phoenix, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $21,900 per month.

Let's compare 85085, Phoenix, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 85085, Phoenix, AZ is 39.92% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 1.09% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 85085, Phoenix, AZ are about 13.33% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 8.33% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 21 total cities near 85085, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Sun City, AZ N/A $1,799 $1,850 $1,900
Glendale, AZ $799 $984 $1,498 $2,050
Phoenix, AZ $847 $1,295 $1,697 $2,100
Surprise, AZ $1,399 $1,486 $2,475 $2,195
Peoria, AZ N/A $1,450 $2,200 $2,400
Sun City West, AZ N/A $1,500 $2,575 $2,500
Fountain Hills, AZ $2,095 $2,000 $2,513 $2,800
Anthem, AZ N/A $1,453 $3,850 $3,300
Scottsdale, AZ $1,329 $1,888 $3,000 $4,000
Paradise Valley, AZ N/A $11,500 $18,000 $21,900

Top Neighborhoods Near 85085

There are a total of 10 neighborhoods in or near 85085. Some of these neighborhoods include Sun City, Vistancia, and Arrowhead Ranch. We've included all of these top 10 neighborhoods in or near 85085, Phoenix, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 10 neighborhoods in or near 85085, Phoenix, AZ is currently around $3,325 per month. A total of 4 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only six neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,325. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85085's average rent, which is only $2,800. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85085, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $1,900 per month. Whereas, at $4,395 average rent per month, McCormick Ranch is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 85085. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Sun City, AZ N/A $1,548 $1,850 $1,900
Vistancia, Peoria, AZ N/A N/A $2,600 $2,350
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ N/A N/A $2,138 $2,499
Sun City West, AZ N/A $1,500 $2,550 $2,500
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ N/A $1,453 $3,675 $3,150
Scottsdale Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $3,300 $3,500 $3,500
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ $1,698 $2,800 $3,275 $3,695
Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ N/A $2,300 $3,100 $3,825
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $2,098 $3,199 $3,950
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ $2,025 $2,225 $4,000 $4,395

Top Counties Near 85085

There are a total of 2 counties located by 85085, Phoenix, AZ. Some of these counties include Yavapai, AZ and Maricopa, AZ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,200. That's roughly around $20 per sqft. A total of 2 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Yavapai, AZ. Its average rent per month is $2,000. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,399, Maricopa, AZ is the most expensive county by 85085, Phoenix, AZ.

Typically, rent for studios in 85085, Phoenix, AZ is 63.98% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85085, Phoenix, AZ is 0.61% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85085, Phoenix, AZ is 7.80% 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 $1,995 $2,000
Maricopa, AZ $958 $1,400 $2,000 $2,399

Top Zipcodes Near 85085

There are a total of 44 zipcodes in or near 85085, Phoenix, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,225. A total of 31 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 $1,300 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $14,995 per month is 85253, Paradise Valley, AZ.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $651. That's at least $14 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85085, Phoenix, AZ is $1,425 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,807 per month. Which comes out to $20 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 85085, 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 $899 $1,971 $2,495 $3,000
85255, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $2,098 $3,500 $5,000
85254, Phoenix, AZ $1,582 $1,928 $3,200 $4,150
85032, Phoenix, AZ $1,200 $1,550 $1,527 $1,999
85258, Maricopa County, AZ $2,025 $2,044 $3,798 $4,000
85260, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $1,776 $3,000 $3,600
85027, Phoenix, AZ $1,450 $1,107 $1,550 $1,760
85018, Phoenix, AZ $699 $1,570 $2,000 $2,750
85383, Peoria, AZ N/A $1,650 $2,550 $2,600
85016, Phoenix, AZ $895 $1,485 $2,100 $2,050

Frequently Asked Questions - 85085 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85085, Phoenix, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for 85085, Phoenix, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $2,800. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 85085, 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 85085, Phoenix, AZ.
How much is a studio apartment in 85085, Phoenix, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,330 and an average price per square feet of $27.56. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 85085.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85085, Phoenix, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,466 and an average price per square feet of $22.10. There are a total of 5 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85085.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85085, Phoenix, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,853 and an average price per square feet of $19.35. There are a total of 6 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85085.
How have rent prices in 85085, Phoenix, AZ changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 85085, Phoenix, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.27%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.14%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.19%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.04% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 85085, Phoenix, AZ?
A reasonable rent price in 85085, Phoenix, AZ is around $2,240/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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