Apartments for Rent in Surprise AZ
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Surprise Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $1,484/mo
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Explore Rent Prices Near Surprise, AZ
Surprise, AZ’s average rent price is $1,515 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
| Average Rent | |
|---|---|
| Peoria | $1,370 |
| El Mirage | $1,426 |
| Glendale | $1,299 |
| Sun City | $1,367 |
| Youngtown | $1,670 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
Surprise, AZ Apartments for Rent
Welcome to Surprise, Arizona, a welcoming city nestled in the desert landscape 25 miles northwest of Phoenix. This growing community offers diverse housing options, from single-family homes to established neighborhoods like Sun City Grand, a 55+ active adult community. Current rental trends show average monthly rates ranging from $1,465 for one-bedroom units to $2,198 for four-bedroom homes, with most rental categories experiencing slight decreases compared to the previous year.
Baseball fans enjoy spring training games at Surprise Stadium, the seasonal home of the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers. The city maintains 15 public parks, with Surprise Community Park standing out for its fishing lake, off-leash dog areas, and pickleball facilities. The Surprise Tennis and Racquet Complex draws tennis enthusiasts and hosts professional events throughout the year. Founded in 1938 by Flora Mae Statler, the city's unique name comes from an endearing piece of local history Statler reportedly named it Surprise because she "would be surprised if the town ever amounted to much." Today, the thriving community proves her modest prediction wrong, offering residents easy access to both neighborhood amenities and desert recreation.
Surprise, AZ Rental Insights
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The average rent in Surprise, AZ is $1,482 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,632, which means housing in Surprise, AZ is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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Find affordable apartments for rent in Surprise, AZ by browsing listings in budget-friendly neighborhoods such as Lake Pleasant, Surprise Farms, and Arizona Traditions. Use filters by price, number of bedrooms, and amenities to narrow your search.
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The cost of living in Surprise, AZ is 3.1% higher than the national average. Daily expenses like housing, groceries, and transportation generally cost more than in many other U.S. cities.
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To live comfortably in Surprise, AZ as a single adult with no dependents, aim for a salary of at least $80,000 before taxes. Expect to spend about $8,568/year for groceries, $13,308 for goods and services, and $26,484/year for housing. To decide how much you should spend on rent, use our rent affordability calculator.
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You can find flexible rentals in Surprise, AZ by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 1,477 Surprise apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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Surprise, AZ has very few transit options. Residents typically rely on driving for daily needs.
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Students renting in Surprise, AZ have access to Glendale C.C., North Campus, Thunderbird, West Campus, Midwestern University, and Estrella Mountain Comm. Coll..