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Rental Market Trends in Gilbert, AZ

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Gilbert, AZ is $1,569/month.

Rent in Gilbert is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,662/month.

$1,569/month

Average Rent

778 Sq Ft

Average Size

-2.1%

Change / Year

2,948

Available Apartments

Gilbert rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Gilbert average $1,455 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Gilbert average $1,569 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Gilbert average $1,859 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Gilbert average $2,375 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,455/month
614 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,569/month
778 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,859/month
1,073 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,375/month
1,389 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,031/month
1,234 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,467/month
1,685 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,559/month
2,437 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,418/month
654 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,559/month
985 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,956/month
1,152 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,320/month
1,526 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Gilbert, AZ?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 2.1%, which averages out to $32 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Gilbert, AZ

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Gilbert, AZ
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
15% $1,001 - $1,500/month
56% $1,501 - $2,000/month
28% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Gilbert?

Based on current rent prices, The Islands, Downtown Gilbert and Wild Horse are the most affordable neighborhoods in Gilbert.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
The Islands
$1,501/month
772 Sq Ft
Downtown Gilbert
$1,502/month
710 Sq Ft
Wild Horse
$1,579/month
758 Sq Ft
North Gilbert
$1,682/month
776 Sq Ft
South Gilbert
$1,703/month
783 Sq Ft
East Gilbert
$1,843/month
801 Sq Ft
Agritopia
$1,983/month
810 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Gilbert?

Based on current rent prices, Agritopia, East Gilbert and South Gilbert are the most expensive neighborhoods in Gilbert.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Agritopia
$1,983/month
810 Sq Ft
East Gilbert
$1,843/month
801 Sq Ft
South Gilbert
$1,703/month
783 Sq Ft
North Gilbert
$1,682/month
776 Sq Ft
Wild Horse
$1,579/month
758 Sq Ft
Downtown Gilbert
$1,502/month
710 Sq Ft
The Islands
$1,501/month
772 Sq Ft

Which Gilbert neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Gilbert with the most apartments available are South Gilbert, East Gilbert and North Gilbert .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Gilbert
$1,703/month
783 Sq Ft
East Gilbert
$1,843/month
801 Sq Ft
North Gilbert
$1,682/month
776 Sq Ft
The Islands
$1,501/month
772 Sq Ft
Agritopia
$1,983/month
810 Sq Ft
Downtown Gilbert
$1,502/month
710 Sq Ft
Wild Horse
$1,579/month
758 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Gilbert is $1,569, you’ll want to make about $5,230 per month or $62,760 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.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Gilbert, AZ is 12.7% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Gilbert is 29.6% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,455 - $2,375. You can expect to pay 3.7% more for groceries, 1.4% less for utilities, and 3.2% more for transportation.

City

Gilbert, AZ

2,948 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Gilbert, 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

The Islands

Gilbert, AZ

Agritopia

Gilbert, AZ

Studio
$937/month
$1,594/month
One Bedroom
$1,312/month
$1,862/month
Two Bedroom
$1,538/month
$2,747/month
Three Bedroom
$1,989/month
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Apartment Communities in Gilbert We Think You'll Love

MAA Val Vista

MAA Val Vista

1727 E Pecos Rd,
Gilbert, AZ 85295

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,303 - $2,318

Alta Rise

Alta Rise

80 N McQueen Rd,
Gilbert, AZ 85233

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,405 - $2,906

Alta 87

Alta 87

1225 N Arizona Ave,
Gilbert, AZ 85233

1-3 Beds | $1,597 - $3,207

SanTan by Baron

SanTan by Baron

2910 S Greenfield Rd,
Gilbert, AZ 85295

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,349 - $2,527

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Gilbert?

The average rent in Gilbert is $1,569 per month, which is 5.6% lower than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Gilbert?

The average rent for a house in Gilbert, AZ is $2,467 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Gilbert?

The average rent for a townhome in Gilbert, AZ is $1,956 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Gilbert?

The average rent for a condo in Gilbert, AZ is $1,418 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Gilbert?

Rents in Gilbert, AZ are decreasing, with prices down 2.1% year-over-year and $32 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Gilbert?

In Gilbert, AZ, 56% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Arizona Gilbert 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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