Average Rent in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85226, Maricopa County, AZ Rents

85226 rentals average $2,038 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,275 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,345, or roughly $19 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $2,150 to $2,150. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $555 (37.39%) year-over-year from $1,483 to $2,038. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $10 (-0.53%) year-over-year from $1,855 to $1,845. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $84 (3.72%) year-over-year from $2,246 to $2,330. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $228 (7.47%) year-over-year from $3,048 to $3,275. 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 4.49% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.32% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.61% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.39% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jun 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$35.48	$2,038	$1,483 (37.39%)	$1,100 (85.23%)
2 BR	$20.23	$1,845	$1,855 (-0.53%)	$2,289 (-19.40%)
3 BR	$18.91	$2,330	$2,246 (3.72%)	$2,271 (2.60%)
4+ BR	$17.27	$3,275	$3,048 (7.47%)	$2,799 (17.00%)

Historical Rents in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85226

There are a total of 24 cities nearby 85226. The average rent in 85226 is currently $2,245 per month. A total of 15 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Tucson, AZ, with an average rent of $1,395, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 85226, Maricopa County, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $20,000 per month.

Let's compare 85226, Maricopa County, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 28.82% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ are about 7.26% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 5.42% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 24 total cities near 85226, Maricopa County, 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
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
Queen Creek, AZ	N/A	$1,400	$1,965	$2,699
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$11,500	$18,000	$20,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 85226

There are a total of 12 neighborhoods in or near 85226. 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 85226, Maricopa County, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 12 neighborhoods in or near 85226, Maricopa County, 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 85226's average rent, which is only $2,345. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85226, 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 85226. 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 85226

There are a total of 6 counties located by 85226, Maricopa County, AZ. Some of these counties include Cochise, AZ, Pima, AZ, and Pinal, AZ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,948. That's roughly around $17 per sqft. A total of 4 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Cochise, AZ. Its average rent per month is $1,400. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,500, Riverside, CA is the most expensive county by 85226, Maricopa County, AZ.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ is 38.65% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ is 0.59% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Cochise, AZ	N/A	$675	$1,000	$1,400
Pima, AZ	$845	$897	$1,325	$1,650
Pinal, AZ	$2,275	$1,300	$1,773	$1,900
Yavapai, AZ	$1,494	$1,200	$1,995	$1,995
Maricopa, AZ	$995	$1,447	$2,000	$2,398
Riverside, CA	$1,450	$1,700	$2,995	$3,500

Top Zipcodes Near 85226

There are a total of 47 zipcodes in or near 85226, Maricopa County, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,300. A total of 24 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 $628. That's at least $13 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85226, Maricopa County, AZ is $1,450 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 85226, Maricopa County, 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
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$2,025	$2,044	$3,800	$4,000
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$899	$1,235	$1,990	$2,948
85282, Tempe, AZ	$962	$1,272	$1,623	$2,750
85225, Chandler, AZ	$1,087	$1,595	$1,697	$2,200
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$862	$1,475	$2,300	$2,300
85048, Phoenix, AZ	N/A	$1,406	$2,023	$2,433
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,100	$3,798	$5,000
85044, Phoenix, AZ	N/A	$1,347	$1,700	$2,250

Frequently Asked Questions - 85226 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for 85226, Maricopa County, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $2,345. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 85226, Maricopa County, 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 85226, Maricopa County, AZ.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,038 and an average price per square feet of $35.48. There are a total of 2 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85226.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,895 and an average price per square feet of $20.23. There are a total of 16 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85226.

How have rent prices in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.37%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ is around $1,876/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.