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Rental Market Trends in El Mirage, AZ

Updated July 2026

The average rent in El Mirage, AZ is $1,208/month.

Rent in El Mirage is 27% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,208/month

Average Rent

561 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.2%

Change / Year

299

Available Apartments

El Mirage rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in El Mirage average $1,106 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in El Mirage average $1,208 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in El Mirage average $1,428 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in El Mirage average $1,787 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,106/month
232 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,208/month
561 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,428/month
1,002 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,787/month
1,176 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,822/month
1,236 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,031/month
1,395 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,175/month
1,968 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,185/month
585 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in El Mirage, AZ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.2%, which averages out to $3 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in El Mirage, AZ

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in El Mirage, AZ
Percentage*
Rent Range
20% Below $700/month
20% $700 - $1,000/month
40% $1,001 - $1,500/month
20% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in El Mirage?

Based on current rent prices, El Mirage is the most affordable neighborhood in El Mirage.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
El Mirage
$1,398/month
741 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in El Mirage?

Based on current rent prices, El Mirage is the most expensive neighborhood in El Mirage.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
El Mirage
$1,398/month
741 Sq Ft

Which El Mirage neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in El Mirage with the most apartments available is El Mirage .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
El Mirage
$1,398/month
741 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in El Mirage, AZ?

Because the average rent in El Mirage is $1,208, you’ll want to make about $4,026 per month or $48,312 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

El Mirage, AZ

299 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does El Mirage, AZ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare El Mirage, AZ to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

El Mirage

El Mirage, AZ

El Mirage

El Mirage, AZ

Studio
$1,106/month
$1,106/month
One Bedroom
$1,233/month
$1,233/month
Two Bedroom
$1,470/month
$1,470/month
Three Bedroom
$1,749/month
$1,749/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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    Tolleson

Apartment Communities in El Mirage We Think You'll Love

Acacia at Youngtown

Acacia at Youngtown

11600 W Peoria Ave,
Youngtown, AZ 85363

1-4 Beds | $1,265 - $1,956

Townhomes at Sunnyside

Townhomes at Sunnyside

16520 N Greasewood St,
Surprise, AZ 85378

2-3 Beds | $1,854 - $2,009

Bell Mirage Estates

Bell Mirage Estates

16629 N Greasewood St,
Surprise, AZ 85378

2-3 Beds | $1,495

La Fontaine at Sun City

La Fontaine at Sun City

13638 N Newcastle Dr,
Sun City, AZ 85351

1-2 Beds | $1,300 - $1,639

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in El Mirage?

The average rent in El Mirage is $1,208 per month, which is 27.3% lower than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in El Mirage?

The average rent for a house in El Mirage, AZ is $2,031 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in El Mirage?

The average rent for a condo in El Mirage, AZ is $1,185 per month.

Are rents going up or down in El Mirage?

Rents in El Mirage, AZ are increasing, with prices up 0.2% year-over-year and $3 more per month.

What rent range is most common in El Mirage?

In El Mirage, AZ, 40% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Arizona El Mirage Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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