MAA Val Vista
1727 E Pecos Rd,
Gilbert, AZ 85295
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,313 - $2,653
Rental Market Trends in Gilbert, AZ
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Gilbert, AZ is $1,572/month.
Rent in Gilbert is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.
$1,572/month
Average Rent
777 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.7%
Change / Year
3,150
Available Apartments
Gilbert rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Gilbert average $1,442 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Gilbert average $1,572 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Gilbert average $1,876 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Gilbert average $2,384 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Gilbert, AZ?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.7%, which averages out to $11 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Gilbert, AZ
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
11%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
62%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
26%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Gilbert?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Gilbert, The Islands and North Gilbert are the most affordable neighborhoods in Gilbert.
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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.
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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 .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Gilbert, AZ?
Because the average rent in Gilbert is $1,572, you’ll want to make about $5,240 per month or $62,880 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 $1,442 - $2,384. You can expect to pay 3.7% more for groceries, 1.4% less for utilities, and 3.2% more for transportation.
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.
View the Gilbert Area GuideStudio
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$1,595/month
One Bedroom
$1,512/month
$1,904/month
Two Bedroom
$1,655/month
$2,595/month
Three Bedroom
$2,303/month
$3,497/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Chandler
Avg Rent: $1,538/month
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Mesa
Avg Rent: $1,282/month
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Queen Creek
Avg Rent: $1,556/month
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Tempe
Avg Rent: $1,492/month
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San Tan Valley
Avg Rent: $1,539/month
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Apache Junction
Avg Rent: $1,281/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Gilbert?
The average rent in Gilbert is $1,572 per month, which is 5.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Gilbert?
The average rent for a house in Gilbert, AZ is $2,484 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Gilbert?
The average rent for a townhome in Gilbert, AZ is $1,969 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Gilbert?
The average rent for a condo in Gilbert, AZ is $1,425 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Gilbert?
Rents in Gilbert, AZ are decreasing, with prices down 0.7% year-over-year and $11 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Gilbert?
In Gilbert, AZ, 62% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.