Average Rent in Glendale, AZ

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Current Versus Historical Glendale, AZ Rents

Glendale rentals average $797 for a studio rental to $2,650 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,023, or roughly $16 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $241 (-23.16%) year-over-year from $1,040 to $799. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $426 (-31.51%) year-over-year from $1,351 to $925. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $59 (4.08%) year-over-year from $1,441 to $1,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $85 (4.07%) year-over-year from $2,078 to $2,163. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $325 (13.13%) year-over-year from $2,474 to $2,799. 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 21.45% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.15% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.91% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.76% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.39% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$23.97	$799	$1,040 (-23.16%)	$904 (-11.63%)
1 BR	$19.34	$925	$1,351 (-31.51%)	$1,125 (-17.75%)
2 BR	$17.57	$1,500	$1,441 (4.08%)	$1,425 (5.29%)
3 BR	$15.78	$2,163	$2,078 (4.07%)	$2,099 (3.02%)
4+ BR	$13.93	$2,799	$2,474 (13.13%)	$2,536 (10.38%)

Historical Rents in Glendale, AZ

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Top Cities Near Glendale

There are a total of 16 cities nearby Glendale. The average rent in Glendale is currently $2,375 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Sun City, AZ, with an average rent of $1,995, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Glendale, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $21,900 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 17.63% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 52.58% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Glendale, AZ are about 43.96% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 10.64% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 16 total cities near Glendale, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,800	$2,000	$1,995
Phoenix, AZ	$825	$1,325	$1,700	$2,100
Avondale, AZ	$1,099	$1,125	$1,447	$2,165
Surprise, AZ	$1,399	$1,497	$2,100	$2,195
Tempe, AZ	$1,615	$1,413	$1,772	$2,300
Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,450	$2,213	$2,450
Sun City West, AZ	N/A	$1,438	$2,600	$2,500
Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,453	$3,850	$3,250
Scottsdale, AZ	$1,375	$1,900	$3,100	$4,000
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$11,500	$18,000	$21,900

Top Neighborhoods Near Glendale

There are a total of 11 neighborhoods in or near Glendale. Some of these neighborhoods include Downtown Phoenix, Sun City, and Vistancia. We've included all of these top 11 neighborhoods in or near Glendale, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 11 neighborhoods in or near Glendale, AZ is currently around $3,200 per month. A total of 2 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only nine neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,200. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Glendale's average rent, which is only $2,023. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Glendale, Downtown Phoenix has the most affordable average rent at $1,995 per month. Whereas, at $4,425 average rent per month, McCormick Ranch is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Glendale. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Downtown Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ	$778	$1,914	$2,500	$1,995
Sun City, AZ	N/A	$1,800	$2,000	$1,995
Vistancia, Peoria, AZ	N/A	N/A	$2,550	$2,400
Sun City West, AZ	N/A	$1,438	$2,600	$2,500
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	$1,830	$2,020	$2,595
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ	N/A	$1,453	$3,675	$3,200
Scottsdale Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,548	$3,500	$3,500
Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ	N/A	$2,300	$2,950	$3,600
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,900	$2,795	$3,350	$3,697
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,100	$3,225	$4,000
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$2,025	$2,250	$3,998	$4,425

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 21.20% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Glendale, AZ is 45.40% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Glendale, AZ is 35.76% 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	$966	$1,453	$1,999	$2,395

Top Zipcodes Near Glendale

There are a total of 43 zipcodes in or near Glendale, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,200. A total of 16 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 85301, Glendale, AZ at $1,395 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 $699. That's at least $19 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Glendale, AZ is $1,423 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,795 per month. Which comes out to $20 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	$1,253	$1,946	$2,500	$3,000
85345, Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,450	$1,500	$1,947
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$2,025	$2,122	$3,600	$4,000
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$699	$1,385	$2,095	$2,700
85016, Phoenix, AZ	$875	$1,495	$2,250	$2,200
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,582	$1,978	$3,000	$4,275
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,704	$1,664	$1,850	$2,195
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,200	$3,500	$5,000
85032, Phoenix, AZ	$799	$1,525	$1,500	$1,995
85382, Peoria, AZ	N/A	$1,130	$2,350	$2,400

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 $2,023. 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 $797 and an average price per square feet of $23.97. There are a total of 4 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 $999 and an average price per square feet of $19.34. There are a total of 30 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 $1,473 and an average price per square feet of $17.57. There are a total of 72 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 -0.23%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.32%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Glendale, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in Glendale, AZ is around $1,618/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.