Average Rent in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85226, Maricopa County, AZ Rents

85226 rentals average $1,425 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,800 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,390, or roughly $19 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have fallen 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 decreased by $390 (-21.49%) year-over-year from $1,815 to $1,425. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $241 (-11.81%) year-over-year from $2,040 to $1,799. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $69 (3.08%) year-over-year from $2,231 to $2,300. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,770 (64.84%) year-over-year from $2,730 to $4,500. 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 13.16% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.76% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.29% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 23.29% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$23.75	$1,425	$1,815 (-21.49%)	$1,200 (18.75%)
2 BR	$18.99	$1,799	$2,040 (-11.81%)	$2,115 (-14.92%)
3 BR	$18.29	$2,300	$2,231 (3.08%)	$2,240 (2.69%)
4+ BR	$18.62	$4,500	$2,730 (64.84%)	$2,992 (50.42%)

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 $2,200 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 $1,425, 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 2.91% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ are about 2.31% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 4.14% 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	$1,800	$1,829
Mesa, AZ	$1,100	$1,200	$1,522	$1,995
Phoenix, AZ	$811	$1,299	$1,700	$2,050
Avondale, AZ	$1,099	$1,250	$1,447	$2,073
Goodyear, AZ	$1,599	$1,749	$2,028	$2,195
Tempe, AZ	$1,515	$1,367	$1,700	$2,200
Gilbert, AZ	$1,280	$1,825	$2,197	$2,495
Chandler, AZ	$1,360	$1,503	$1,900	$2,497
Queen Creek, AZ	N/A	$1,400	$1,865	$2,800
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$11,500	$17,000	$20,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 85226

There are a total of 10 neighborhoods in or near 85226. Some of these neighborhoods include Sun City, Downtown Phoenix, and Vistancia. We've included all of these top 10 neighborhoods in or near 85226, Maricopa County, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 10 neighborhoods in or near 85226, Maricopa County, AZ is currently around $2,800 per month. A total of 3 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only seven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,800. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85226's average rent, which is only $2,390. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85226, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $1,900 per month. Whereas, at $4,490 average rent per month, McCormick Ranch 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	$1,748	$1,850	$1,900
Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ	$1,099	$1,914	$2,695	$2,099
Vistancia, Peoria, AZ	N/A	N/A	$2,650	$2,375
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	$1,830	$2,000	$2,400
Sun City West, AZ	N/A	$1,488	$2,600	$2,600
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,435	$3,500	$3,000
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,295	$2,750	$3,250	$3,599
Scottsdale Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$3,400	$3,800	$3,750
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,850	$3,375	$4,200
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$2,025	$2,250	$3,995	$4,490

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 $2,047. That's roughly around $17 per sqft. A total of 5 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Cochise, AZ. Its average rent per month is $1,225. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,588, 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 18.18% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85226, Maricopa County, AZ is 0.53% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Cochise, AZ	$675	$725	$913	$1,225
Pima, AZ	$575	$870	$1,445	$1,613
Pinal, AZ	$1,749	$1,100	$1,720	$1,899
Yavapai, AZ	N/A	$1,232	$2,200	$2,195
Maricopa, AZ	$960	$1,425	$1,999	$2,350
Riverside, CA	$1,450	$1,800	$2,995	$3,588

Top Zipcodes Near 85226

There are a total of 45 zipcodes in or near 85226, Maricopa County, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,298. 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 85021, Phoenix, AZ at $1,295 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $14,995 per month is 85253, Paradise Valley, AZ.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85226, Maricopa County, AZ is $1,399 per month. Or in other words, $25 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,900 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	$799	$1,991	$2,497	$3,000
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,624	$1,425	$1,712	$2,000
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$2,025	$2,184	$3,995	$4,200
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$699	$1,520	$2,000	$2,695
85282, Tempe, AZ	$1,024	$1,238	$1,595	$2,500
85225, Chandler, AZ	$1,087	$1,360	$1,697	$2,200
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$875	$1,400	$1,995	$1,995
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,890	$3,898	$5,000
85044, Phoenix, AZ	N/A	$1,314	$1,705	$2,043
85048, Phoenix, AZ	N/A	$1,523	$1,995	$2,348

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 $2,390. 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 $1,425 and an average price per square feet of $23.75. There are a total of 3 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 $1,850 and an average price per square feet of $18.99. There are a total of 10 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 -0.21%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.12%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03% 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 $1,912/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.