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Rental Market Trends in Scottsdale, AZ

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Scottsdale, AZ is $1,837/month.

Rent in Scottsdale is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,837/month

Average Rent

772 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.5%

Change / Year

4,339

Available Apartments

Scottsdale rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Scottsdale average $1,621 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Scottsdale average $1,837 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Scottsdale average $2,223 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Scottsdale average $3,180 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,621/month
544 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,837/month
772 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,223/month
1,097 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,180/month
1,430 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,133/month
739 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,967/month
1,613 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$6,122/month
2,077 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$10,064/month
3,193 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,582/month
791 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,819/month
1,138 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,438/month
1,781 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,125/month
793 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,954/month
1,365 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,129/month
1,946 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,404/month
2,274 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Scottsdale, AZ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.5%, which averages out to $28 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Scottsdale, AZ

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Scottsdale, AZ
Percentage*
Rent Range
4% Below $700/month
4% $700 - $1,000/month
21% $1,001 - $1,500/month
33% $1,501 - $2,000/month
38% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Scottsdale?

Based on current rent prices, Chaparral, Bella Vista-A Beautiful View and South Scottsdale are the most affordable neighborhoods in Scottsdale.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Chaparral
$1,483/month
754 Sq Ft
Bella Vista-A Beautiful View
$1,641/month
727 Sq Ft
South Scottsdale
$1,689/month
727 Sq Ft
Salt River Community
$1,852/month
781 Sq Ft
Pinnacle Peak
$1,897/month
843 Sq Ft
McCormick Ranch
$2,025/month
745 Sq Ft
Central Scottsdale
$2,025/month
730 Sq Ft
North Scottsdale
$2,082/month
774 Sq Ft
Downtown Scottsdale
$2,464/month
772 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Scottsdale?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Scottsdale, North Scottsdale and McCormick Ranch are the most expensive neighborhoods in Scottsdale.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Scottsdale
$2,464/month
772 Sq Ft
North Scottsdale
$2,082/month
774 Sq Ft
McCormick Ranch
$2,025/month
745 Sq Ft
Central Scottsdale
$2,025/month
730 Sq Ft
Pinnacle Peak
$1,897/month
843 Sq Ft
Salt River Community
$1,852/month
781 Sq Ft
South Scottsdale
$1,689/month
727 Sq Ft
Bella Vista-A Beautiful View
$1,641/month
727 Sq Ft
Chaparral
$1,483/month
754 Sq Ft

Which Scottsdale neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Scottsdale with the most apartments available are North Scottsdale, South Scottsdale and Central Scottsdale .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
North Scottsdale
$2,082/month
774 Sq Ft
South Scottsdale
$1,689/month
727 Sq Ft
Central Scottsdale
$2,025/month
730 Sq Ft
McCormick Ranch
$2,025/month
745 Sq Ft
Downtown Scottsdale
$2,464/month
772 Sq Ft
Salt River Community
$1,852/month
781 Sq Ft
Chaparral
$1,483/month
754 Sq Ft
Pinnacle Peak
$1,897/month
843 Sq Ft
Bella Vista-A Beautiful View
$1,641/month
727 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 $1,837, you’ll want to make about $6,123 per month or $73,476 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 15.1% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Scottsdale is 42.4% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,621 - $3,180. You can expect to pay 5.8% more for groceries, 5.3% less for utilities, and 2.2% more for transportation.

City

Scottsdale, AZ

4,339 Available Apartments for Rent

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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.

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Apartment Averages

Chaparral

Scottsdale, AZ

Downtown Scottsdale

Scottsdale, AZ

Studio
$1,202/month
$2,065/month
One Bedroom
$1,510/month
$2,309/month
Two Bedroom
$1,697/month
$2,964/month
Three Bedroom
$2,127/month
$3,769/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Fountain Hills

    Fountain Hills

    Avg Rent: $1,669/month

  • Paradise Valley

    Paradise Valley

    Avg Rent: $2,484/month

  • Carefree

    Carefree

    Avg Rent: $1,445/month

  • Cave Creek

    Cave Creek

    Avg Rent: $1,530/month

  • Phoenix

    Phoenix

    Avg Rent: $1,303/month

  • Anthem

    Anthem

    Avg Rent: $1,474/month

  • Tempe

    Tempe

    Avg Rent: $1,494/month

Apartment Communities in Scottsdale We Think You'll Love

The Beverly

The Beverly

7395 E Legacy Blvd,
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,094 - $5,061

IMT North Scottsdale

IMT North Scottsdale

15509 N Scottsdale Rd,
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

1-3 Beds | $1,533 - $2,943

Cortland Scottsdale Mountain

Cortland Scottsdale Mountain

11100 N 115th St,
Scottsdale, AZ 85259

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,507 - $1,736

Atlas Kierland

Atlas Kierland

7007 E Marilyn Rd,
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

1-3 Beds | $1,837 - $4,127

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Scottsdale?

The average rent in Scottsdale is $1,837 per month, which is 10.3% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Scottsdale?

The average rent for a house in Scottsdale, AZ is $6,122 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Scottsdale?

The average rent for a townhome in Scottsdale, AZ is $3,954 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Scottsdale?

The average rent for a condo in Scottsdale, AZ is $1,582 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Scottsdale?

Rents in Scottsdale, AZ are increasing, with prices up 1.5% year-over-year and $28 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Scottsdale?

In Scottsdale, AZ, 38% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

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 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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