Average Rent in 85301, Glendale, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85301, Glendale, AZ Rents

85301 rentals average $900 for a 1-bedroom rental to $2,350 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,400, or roughly $16 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $318 (-31.41%) year-over-year from $1,013 to $695. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $7 (-0.74%) year-over-year from $907 to $900. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $43 (-3.11%) year-over-year from $1,378 to $1,335. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $75 (4.77%) year-over-year from $1,575 to $1,650. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $93 (4.23%) year-over-year from $2,207 to $2,300. 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 4.90% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.61% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.37% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.35% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$17.98	$900	$907 (-0.74%)	$1,175 (-23.40%)
2 BR	$17.01	$1,335	$1,378 (-3.11%)	$1,407 (-5.09%)
3 BR	$14.42	$1,650	$1,575 (4.77%)	$1,868 (-11.66%)
4+ BR	$12.18	$2,300	$2,207 (4.23%)	$2,317 (-0.71%)

Historical Rents in 85301, Glendale, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85301

There are a total of 18 cities nearby 85301. The average rent in 85301 is currently $2,298 per month. Our records show that Mesa, AZ, with an average rent of $2,000, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 85301, Glendale, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $19,750 per month.

Let's compare 85301, Glendale, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 65.97% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 85301, Glendale, AZ are about 54.32% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 39.39% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 18 total cities near 85301, Glendale, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Avondale, AZ	$1,099	$1,250	$1,499	$2,043
Phoenix, AZ	$895	$1,300	$1,700	$2,073
Glendale, AZ	$1,370	$995	$1,500	$2,095
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$2,350	$2,100	$2,100
Tempe, AZ	$1,550	$1,395	$1,650	$2,115
Surprise, AZ	$1,399	$1,799	$2,500	$2,200
Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,288	$1,833	$2,395
Sun City West, AZ	N/A	$1,488	$2,500	$2,500
Scottsdale, AZ	$1,251	$1,950	$3,395	$4,000
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$6,750	$17,000	$19,750

Top Neighborhoods Near 85301

There are a total of 8 neighborhoods in or near 85301. Some of these neighborhoods include Sun City, Sun City West, and Arrowhead Ranch. We've included all of these top 8 neighborhoods in or near 85301, Glendale, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 8 neighborhoods in or near 85301, Glendale, AZ is currently around $3,224 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85301's average rent, which is only $1,400. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85301, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $2,100 per month. Whereas, at $4,695 average rent per month, McCormick Ranch is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 85301. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$2,350	$2,100	$2,100
Sun City West, AZ	N/A	$1,488	$2,500	$2,500
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	$1,830	$2,010	$2,598
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,435	$3,500	$2,848
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,295	$3,000	$3,250	$3,600
Scottsdale Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$3,450	$3,825	$3,798
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,750	$3,775	$4,300
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$2,025	$2,350	$4,395	$4,695

Top Counties Near 85301

There are a total of 1 counties located by 85301, Glendale, AZ. One county in the area is Maricopa, AZ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,350. That's roughly around $20 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Maricopa, AZ. Its average rent per month is $2,350. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,350, Maricopa, AZ is the most expensive county by 85301, Glendale, AZ.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 85301, Glendale, AZ is 61.11% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 85301, Glendale, AZ is 49.16% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Maricopa, AZ	$1,099	$1,450	$1,995	$2,350

Top Zipcodes Near 85301

There are a total of 38 zipcodes in or near 85301, Glendale, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,186. A total of 2 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.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $725. That's at least $11 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85301, Glendale, AZ is $1,443 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,823 per month. Which comes out to $21 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 85301, Glendale, AZ. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
85251, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,099	$2,000	$2,395	$3,000
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$749	$1,625	$2,025	$2,700
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$875	$1,425	$1,950	$2,195
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$2,025	$2,200	$4,200	$4,495
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,704	$1,450	$1,650	$1,995
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,556	$2,110	$3,175	$4,050
85032, Phoenix, AZ	$1,187	$1,550	$1,500	$2,000
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,870	$4,200	$5,000
85260, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,950	$3,500	$3,800
85345, Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,350	$1,597	$1,895

Frequently Asked Questions - 85301 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85301, Glendale, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for 85301, Glendale, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $1,400. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 85301, Glendale, 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 85301, Glendale, AZ.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85301, Glendale, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $900 and an average price per square feet of $17.98. There are a total of 15 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85301.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85301, Glendale, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,338 and an average price per square feet of $17.01. There are a total of 22 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85301.

How have rent prices in 85301, Glendale, AZ changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 85301, Glendale, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.31%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.03%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.05% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 85301, Glendale, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in 85301, Glendale, AZ is around $1,120/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.