• Renter Tools
    • Favorites
    • Saved Searches
  • Manage Rentals
  • Apartments For Rent
    • Chandler Apartments For Rent
    • Gilbert Apartments For Rent
    • Glendale Apartments For Rent
    • Goodyear Apartments For Rent
    • Mesa Apartments For Rent
    • Paradise Valley Apartments For Rent
    • Peoria Apartments For Rent
    • Phoenix Apartments For Rent
    • Prescott Apartments For Rent
    • Scottsdale Apartments For Rent
  • Houses For Rent
    • Chandler Houses For Rent
    • Gilbert Houses For Rent
    • Glendale Houses For Rent
    • Mesa Houses For Rent
    • Peoria Houses For Rent
    • Phoenix Houses For Rent
    • Queen Creek Houses For Rent
    • San Tan Valley Houses For Rent
    • Scottsdale Houses For Rent
    • Surprise Houses For Rent
  • Condos For Rent
    • Bullhead City Condos For Rent
    • Chandler Condos For Rent
    • Flagstaff Condos For Rent
    • Gilbert Condos For Rent
    • Glendale Condos For Rent
    • Mesa Condos For Rent
    • Paradise Valley Condos For Rent
    • Peoria Condos For Rent
    • Phoenix Condos For Rent
    • Scottsdale Condos For Rent
  • Townhomes For Rent
    • Chandler Townhomes For Rent
    • Flagstaff Townhomes For Rent
    • Fountain Hills Townhomes For Rent
    • Gilbert Townhomes For Rent
    • Glendale Townhomes For Rent
    • Mesa Townhomes For Rent
    • Paradise Valley Townhomes For Rent
    • Peoria Townhomes For Rent
    • Phoenix Townhomes For Rent
    • Scottsdale Townhomes For Rent
  • Help Center
  • Cost of Living in Scottsdale
  • Area Guide
  • Rent Calculator
  • Property Management Companies

Language

Apartments.com Logo
Manage Rentals      Sign Up / Sign In
Add a Property

Rental Market Trends in Scottsdale, AZ

What is the average rent in Scottsdale, AZ?

$1,811/month

Average Rent

773 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-0.5%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of September 2025, the average rent in Scottsdale, AZ is $1,811 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,640/month, which means Scottsdale rent prices are 10% higher than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Scottsdale, you can expect to pay about $1,689 per month for a studio, $1,811 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,215 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,052 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,689/month
547 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,811/month
773 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,215/month
1,098 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,052/month
1,428 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,420/month
648 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,838/month
1,572 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,881/month
2,082 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$9,781/month
3,226 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,857/month
726 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,295/month
1,068 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,609/month
1,625 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,086/month
742 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,706/month
1,394 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,732/month
1,851 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,263/month
2,379 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Scottsdale, AZ?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.5%, which averages out to $8 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated September 2025
Legend
2024 2025
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Scottsdale, AZ
Last Updated September 2025
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Scottsdale, AZ
Percentage*
Rent Range
5% Below $700/month
6% $700 - $1,000/month
23% $1,001 - $1,500/month
32% $1,501 - $2,000/month
35% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

Last Updated Today
  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Scottsdale?

Based on current rent prices, Trails at Scottsdale, Scottsdale Estates Twelve and Scottsdale Shadows are the most affordable neighborhoods in Scottsdale.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Trails at Scottsdale
$1,279/month
616 Sq Ft
Scottsdale Estates Twelve
$1,289/month
626 Sq Ft
Scottsdale Shadows
$1,327/month
784 Sq Ft
Mereway Manor
$1,397/month
715 Sq Ft
Villa Monterey
$1,408/month
719 Sq Ft
Park Scottsdale Townhouse
$1,432/month
728 Sq Ft
Chateau de Vie North
$1,432/month
728 Sq Ft
Montage
$1,456/month
689 Sq Ft
Peaceful Valley
$1,456/month
704 Sq Ft
Chaparral
$1,501/month
740 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Scottsdale?

Based on current rent prices, Fashion Square, Arts Districts and Village at Grayhawk are the most expensive neighborhoods in Scottsdale.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Fashion Square
$3,893/month
803 Sq Ft
Arts Districts
$2,765/month
792 Sq Ft
Village at Grayhawk
$2,465/month
765 Sq Ft
Kierland
$2,434/month
795 Sq Ft
Downtown Scottsdale
$2,431/month
771 Sq Ft
Mission Monterey
$2,316/month
681 Sq Ft
Scottsdale Ranch
$2,301/month
760 Sq Ft
Scottsdale Terrace
$2,288/month
754 Sq Ft
North Scottsdale
$2,106/month
769 Sq Ft
Sweetwater Street East
$2,030/month
715 Sq Ft

Which Scottsdale neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Scottsdale with the most apartments available are North Scottsdale, Old Town Scottsdale and Kierland .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
North Scottsdale
$2,106/month
769 Sq Ft
Old Town Scottsdale
$1,958/month
735 Sq Ft
Kierland
$2,434/month
795 Sq Ft
South Scottsdale
$1,772/month
711 Sq Ft
Old Town
$1,854/month
770 Sq Ft
Downtown Scottsdale
$2,431/month
771 Sq Ft
Village at Grayhawk
$2,465/month
765 Sq Ft
Central Scottsdale
$1,890/month
719 Sq Ft
McCormick Ranch
$1,841/month
724 Sq Ft
Scottsdale Terrace
$2,288/month
754 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Scottsdale is $1,811, you’ll want to make about $6,036 per month or $72,432 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 Scottsdale, AZ is 14.3% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Scottsdale is 41.9% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,689 - $3,052. You can expect to pay 5.3% more for groceries, 6.6% less for utilities, and 2.2% more for transportation.

City

Scottsdale, AZ

5,146 Available Apartments for Rent

Search for Nearby Apartments

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

Use the tool below to compare Scottsdale, 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.

Explore the Area Guide for Scottsdale, AZ

Apartment Averages

Trails at Scottsdale

Scottsdale, AZ

Fashion Square

Scottsdale, AZ

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
-
-
Two Bedroom
-
-
Three Bedroom
-
-
Search
Search

Nearby City Rent Trends

  • Fountain Hills Average Rent
  • Carefree Average Rent
  • Cave Creek Average Rent
  • Phoenix Average Rent
  • Anthem Average Rent
  • Tempe Average Rent

Apartment communities in Scottsdale we think you'll love

The Beverly

The Beverly

7395 E Legacy Blvd,
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$1,900 - $6,017

Studio - 3 Beds

IMT North Scottsdale

IMT North Scottsdale

15509 N Scottsdale Rd,
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

$1,470 - $2,735

1-3 Beds

Seventyone15 McDowell

Seventyone15 McDowell

7115 E McDowell Rd,
Scottsdale, AZ 85257

$1,255 - $2,999

Studio - 3 Beds

Manor Scottsdale

Manor Scottsdale

13220 N Scottsdale Rd,
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

$1,637 - $3,690

Studio - 3 Beds

Property Management Companies in Scottsdale, AZ

Greystar
Greystar
  • 3,381

    Communities

  • 938,909

    Units

  • 867

    Cities

23 Communities in Scottsdale
Avenue5 Residential
Avenue5 Residential
  • 503

    Communities

  • 111,969

    Units

  • 201

    Cities

9 Communities in Scottsdale
CAM Properties
CAM Properties
  • 75

    Communities

  • 10,209

    Units

  • 13

    Cities

6 Communities in Scottsdale
AMC
AMC
  • 674

    Communities

  • 132,053

    Units

  • 263

    Cities

5 Communities in Scottsdale
P. B. Bell
P. B. Bell
  • 26

    Communities

  • 5,930

    Units

  • 10

    Cities

4 Communities in Scottsdale
Dunlap & Magee
Dunlap & Magee
  • 16

    Communities

  • 1,516

    Units

  • 8

    Cities

4 Communities in Scottsdale
MAA
MAA
  • 288

    Communities

  • 100,261

    Units

  • 115

    Cities

3 Communities in Scottsdale
Mill Creek Residential
Mill Creek Residential
  • 91

    Communities

  • 28,236

    Units

  • 54

    Cities

3 Communities in Scottsdale

Learn More with Helpful Articles

How Much Should I Spend on Rent?

It's time to break down your budget and calculate costs.

The Benefits of Renters Insurance

Better safe than sorry! Protect yourself(and your stuff) with renters insurance.

Everything You Need To Know About Self-Guided Apartment Tours

Explore great finds on your own time.

How to Choose an Apartment Community You’ll Love

Avoid renter's remorse - know what to look for in your next apartment.

Explore the Renterverse

Rental management, simplified

Our all-in-one suite of property manangement software makes the rental process easy. Screen tenants, manage payments, and more – all on Apartments.com

Start managing your rentals
United States Arizona Scottsdale 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 September 2025.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Notice
  • Avoid Scams
  • Accessibility
  • Blog
  • Sitemap
apartments.com
© 2025 CoStar Group, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity

Equal Housing Opportunity

© 2025 CoStar Group, Inc.

Equal Housing Opportunity