Average Rent in Glendale, AZ

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Current Versus Historical Glendale, AZ Rents

Glendale rentals average $1,099 for a studio rental to $2,625 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,100, or roughly $16 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $135 (14.00%) year-over-year from $964 to $1,099. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $455 (-32.97%) year-over-year from $1,380 to $925. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $60 (-4.14%) year-over-year from $1,458 to $1,398. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $114 (5.75%) year-over-year from $1,986 to $2,100. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $357 (14.76%) year-over-year from $2,416 to $2,773. 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 7.60% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.23% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.94% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.02% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.48% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$36.66	$1,099	$964 (14.00%)	$2,546 (-56.83%)
1 BR	$19.44	$925	$1,380 (-32.97%)	$1,273 (-27.34%)
2 BR	$17.20	$1,398	$1,458 (-4.14%)	$1,521 (-8.12%)
3 BR	$15.86	$2,100	$1,986 (5.75%)	$2,127 (-1.25%)
4+ BR	$14.13	$2,773	$2,416 (14.76%)	$2,538 (9.23%)

Historical Rents in Glendale, AZ

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Top Cities Near Glendale

There are a total of 14 cities nearby Glendale. The average rent in Glendale is currently $2,200 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Avondale, AZ, with an average rent of $1,995, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Glendale, AZ is Scottsdale, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $4,125 per month.

Let's compare Glendale, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Glendale, AZ is 59.19% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 52.00% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Glendale, AZ are about 46.85% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 8.75% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 14 total cities near Glendale, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Avondale, AZ	$1,099	$1,250	$1,350	$1,995
Buckeye, AZ	N/A	$1,742	$2,800	$2,040
Phoenix, AZ	$897	$1,250	$1,699	$2,095
Tempe, AZ	$1,097	$1,293	$1,600	$2,100
Surprise, AZ	$1,399	$1,771	$2,495	$2,192
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,250	$2,450	$2,200
Goodyear, AZ	N/A	$1,447	$2,075	$2,200
Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,225	$1,923	$2,350
Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,365	$3,500	$3,000
Scottsdale, AZ	$899	$2,000	$3,500	$4,125

Top Neighborhoods Near Glendale

There are a total of 6 neighborhoods in or near Glendale. Some of these neighborhoods include Sun City, Arrowhead Ranch, and Sun City Anthem. We've included all of these top 6 neighborhoods in or near Glendale, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 6 neighborhoods in or near Glendale, AZ is currently around $3,288 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Glendale's average rent, which is only $2,100. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Glendale, Sun City has the most affordable average rent at $2,200 per month. Whereas, at $4,998 average rent per month, Greyhawk is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Glendale. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,250	$2,450	$2,200
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	N/A	$2,200	$2,600
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,365	$3,500	$2,800
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$3,000	$3,400	$3,775
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,500	$2,650	$4,395	$4,600
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,950	$4,000	$4,998

Top Counties Near Glendale

There are a total of 1 counties located by Glendale, AZ. One county in the area is Maricopa, AZ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,395. That's roughly around $20 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Maricopa, AZ. Its average rent per month is $2,395. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,395, Maricopa, AZ is the most expensive county by Glendale, AZ.

Typically, rent for studios in Glendale, AZ is 9.19% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Glendale, AZ is 50.81% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Glendale, AZ is 39.51% 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	$998	$1,395	$1,995	$2,395

Top Zipcodes Near Glendale

There are a total of 40 zipcodes in or near Glendale, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,163. A total of 17 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 $15,000 per month is 85253, Paradise Valley, AZ.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $698. 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 Glendale, AZ is $1,320 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,793 per month. Which comes out to $21 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 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	$799	$2,000	$2,495	$3,000
85345, Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,199	$1,513	$1,850
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$1,500	$2,550	$4,000	$4,385
85018, Phoenix, AZ	N/A	$1,650	$2,100	$2,800
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$861	$1,398	$1,950	$2,098
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,556	$3,000	$3,175	$4,475
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,095	$1,204	$1,613	$1,888
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,032	$4,200	$5,500
85032, Phoenix, AZ	$1,187	$1,550	$1,495	$1,995
85382, Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,225	$2,295	$2,300

Frequently Asked Questions - Glendale Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Glendale, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for Glendale, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $2,100. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 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 Glendale, AZ.

How much is a studio apartment in Glendale, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,099 and an average price per square feet of $36.66. There are a total of 2 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Glendale.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $925 and an average price per square feet of $19.44. There are a total of 22 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Glendale.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,430 and an average price per square feet of $17.20. There are a total of 74 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Glendale.

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

Rent prices for rentals in Glendale, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.14%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.33%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.04%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Glendale, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in Glendale, AZ is around $1,680/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.