Average Rent in Buckeye, AZ

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Current Versus Historical Buckeye, AZ Rents

Buckeye rentals average $1,850 for a studio rental to $2,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,160, or roughly $14 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $405 (28.01%) year-over-year from $1,445 to $1,850. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $95 (6.50%) year-over-year from $1,454 to $1,549. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $889 (46.53%) year-over-year from $1,911 to $2,800. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $24 (1.25%) year-over-year from $1,877 to $1,900. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $132 (6.37%) year-over-year from $2,068 to $2,200. 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 5.12% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 27.29% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.38% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.83% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jul 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio N/A $1,850 $1,445 (28.01%) $1,016 (82.09%)
1 BR $28.79 $1,549 $1,454 (6.50%) $1,171 (32.30%)
2 BR $20.84 $2,800 $1,911 (46.53%) $1,813 (54.48%)
3 BR $13.99 $1,900 $1,877 (1.25%) $1,898 (0.11%)
4+ BR $12.51 $2,200 $2,068 (6.37%) $2,279 (-3.47%)

Historical Rents in Buckeye, AZ

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Top Cities Near Buckeye

There are a total of 12 cities nearby Buckeye. The average rent in Buckeye is currently $2,246 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Maricopa, AZ, with an average rent of $1,885, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Buckeye, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $21,900 per month.

Let's compare Buckeye, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Buckeye, AZ is 78.41% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 7.31% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Buckeye, AZ are about 29.03% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 12.18% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 12 total cities near Buckeye, 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
Avondale, AZ $1,099 $1,100 $1,499 $2,073
Phoenix, AZ $847 $1,295 $1,697 $2,100
Surprise, AZ $1,399 $1,486 $2,475 $2,195
Goodyear, AZ $2,300 $1,422 $2,125 $2,298
Peoria, AZ N/A $1,450 $2,200 $2,400
Tempe, AZ $1,175 $1,300 $1,795 $2,400
Sun City West, AZ N/A $1,500 $2,575 $2,500
Paradise Valley, AZ N/A $11,500 $18,000 $21,900

Top Neighborhoods Near Buckeye

There are a total of 7 neighborhoods in or near Buckeye. Some of these neighborhoods include Sun City, Vistancia, and Arrowhead Ranch. We've included all of these top 7 neighborhoods in or near Buckeye, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 7 neighborhoods in or near Buckeye, AZ is currently around $2,500 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only six neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,500. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Buckeye's average rent, which is only $2,160. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Buckeye, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $1,900 per month. Whereas, at $3,825 average rent per month, Desert Ridge is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Buckeye. 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
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ $1,698 $2,800 $3,275 $3,695
Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ N/A $2,300 $3,100 $3,825

Top Counties Near Buckeye

There are a total of 2 counties located by Buckeye, 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 one county has 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 Buckeye, AZ.

Typically, rent for studios in Buckeye, AZ is 74.11% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Buckeye, AZ is 4.78% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Buckeye, AZ is 28.66% more expensive 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 Buckeye

There are a total of 40 zipcodes in or near Buckeye, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,184. A total of 19 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 $687. That's at least $17 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Buckeye, AZ is $1,341 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,773 per month. Which comes out to $19 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Buckeye, AZ. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
85338, Goodyear, AZ N/A $1,325 $1,700 $2,250
85326, Buckeye, AZ $1,850 $1,600 $1,599 $1,950
85281, Tempe, AZ $1,243 $1,265 $1,800 $2,200
85018, Phoenix, AZ $699 $1,570 $2,000 $2,750
85374, Surprise, AZ N/A $1,475 $2,500 $2,100
85254, Phoenix, AZ $1,582 $1,928 $3,200 $4,150
85395, Goodyear, AZ $2,300 $1,534 $2,500 $2,325
85016, Phoenix, AZ $895 $1,485 $2,100 $2,050
85032, Phoenix, AZ $1,200 $1,550 $1,527 $1,999
85383, Peoria, AZ N/A $1,650 $2,550 $2,600

Frequently Asked Questions - Buckeye Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Buckeye, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for Buckeye, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $2,160. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Buckeye, 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 Buckeye, AZ.
How much is a studio apartment in Buckeye, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,850. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Buckeye.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Buckeye, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,549 and an average price per square feet of $28.79. There are a total of 4 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Buckeye.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Buckeye, AZ?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,800 and an average price per square feet of $20.84. There are a total of 33 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Buckeye.
How have rent prices in Buckeye, AZ changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Buckeye, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.28%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.07%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.47%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Buckeye, AZ?
A reasonable rent price in Buckeye, AZ is around $1,728/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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