Average Rent in Buckeye, AZ

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Current Versus Historical Buckeye, AZ Rents

Buckeye rentals average $1,500 for a 1-bedroom rental to $2,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,150, or roughly $14 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $324 (21.22%) year-over-year from $1,526 to $1,850. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $172 (12.92%) year-over-year from $1,331 to $1,503. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,102 (50.11%) year-over-year from $2,198 to $3,300. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $38 (2.15%) year-over-year from $1,787 to $1,825. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $306 (15.37%) year-over-year from $1,992 to $2,298. 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 0.84% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 35.64% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.95% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.07% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$25.63	$1,503	$1,331 (12.92%)	$1,209 (24.37%)
2 BR	$20.93	$3,300	$2,198 (50.11%)	$1,623 (103.39%)
3 BR	$15.01	$1,825	$1,787 (2.15%)	$1,923 (-5.07%)
4+ BR	$12.95	$2,298	$1,992 (15.37%)	$2,214 (3.76%)

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 $2,162 per month. A total of 6 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Maricopa, AZ, with an average rent of $1,800, 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 $19,750 per month.

Let's compare Buckeye, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 5.67% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Buckeye, AZ are about 31.06% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 18.67% 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
Avondale, AZ	$1,099	$1,250	$1,499	$2,045
Phoenix, AZ	$895	$1,300	$1,700	$2,065
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	$2,129
Goodyear, AZ	$1,599	$1,749	$2,028	$2,195
Surprise, AZ	$1,399	$1,799	$2,500	$2,200
Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,288	$1,833	$2,400
Sun City West, AZ	N/A	$1,488	$2,500	$2,500
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$6,750	$17,000	$19,750

Top Neighborhoods Near Buckeye

There are a total of 5 neighborhoods in or near Buckeye. Some of these neighborhoods include Sun City, Sun City West, and Arrowhead Ranch. We've included all of these top 5 neighborhoods in or near Buckeye, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 5 neighborhoods in or near Buckeye, AZ is currently around $2,598 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only four neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,598. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Buckeye's average rent, which is only $2,150. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Buckeye, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $2,100 per month. Whereas, at $3,600 average rent per month, Downtown Scottsdale 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	$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

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 $2,313. That's roughly around $19 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Yavapai, AZ. Its average rent per month is $2,275. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,350, Maricopa, AZ is the most expensive county by Buckeye, AZ.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Buckeye, AZ is 8.15% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Buckeye, AZ is 21.52% 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	$1,444	$1,307	$2,400	$2,275
Maricopa, AZ	$1,095	$1,449	$1,995	$2,350

Top Zipcodes Near Buckeye

There are a total of 43 zipcodes in or near Buckeye, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,150. A total of 22 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 Buckeye, AZ is $1,368 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,700 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	$1,995	$2,005	$2,195
85326, Buckeye, AZ	N/A	$1,500	$1,695	$1,900
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,704	$1,450	$1,650	$1,995
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$749	$1,625	$2,050	$2,700
85374, Surprise, AZ	N/A	$1,761	$2,500	$2,100
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,556	$2,110	$3,175	$4,050
85395, Goodyear, AZ	$1,599	$1,749	$2,298	$2,082
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$875	$1,400	$1,950	$2,173
85032, Phoenix, AZ	$1,187	$1,550	$1,500	$2,000
85383, Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,550	$2,650	$2,597

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 $2,150. 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 one bedroom apartment in Buckeye, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,500 and an average price per square feet of $25.63. There are a total of 3 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 $20.93. There are a total of 29 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 0.21%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.13%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.50%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Buckeye, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in Buckeye, AZ is around $1,720/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.