Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Chandler, AZ
Some of the cheapest neighborhoods in Chandler are Amberwood South, Rialto Hills, and Sunrise. These neighborhoods offer some of the lowest rent prices in Chandler, making them ideal for renters on a budget. As of December 27, 2025, the average rent in Chandler is $1,478, which is 3.5% lower than last year. However, it's important to remember that rental prices can vary significantly based on factors such as location, amenities, and floor plans.
Amberwood South
Average Rent
$1,300/Month
Units Available
34 Rentals
If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Chandler, Amberwood South might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,300, while the city’s average stands at $1,478. Amberwood South is near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, and Center/Main St.
Rialto Hills
Average Rent
$1,330/Month
Units Available
51 Rentals
Rialto Hills is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Rialto Hills is $1,330 while the city average is $1,478. Residents enjoy convenient access to The Park At Chandler, Sycamore/Main Street, and Chandler-Gilbert CC. Sun Lakes.
Sunrise
Average Rent
$1,349/Month
Units Available
16 Rentals
When you’re looking for a great Chandler neighborhood on a budget, check out Sunrise. The average rent is $1,349, compared to the city average of $1,478. Sunrise is convenient to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, and Alverno College.
Hartford Street
Average Rent
$1,363/Month
Units Available
11 Rentals
Hartford Street is an affordable neighborhood in Chandler with an average rent price of $1,363. Compare this to the city average of $1,478. Hartford Street provides easy access to Arizona Museum of Natural History, Mesa Dr/Main St, and North Park Plaza.
Heather Glen
Average Rent
$1,363/Month
TransitScore® Rating
32/100
Units Available
11 Rentals
If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Chandler, Heather Glen might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,363, while the city’s average stands at $1,478. Heather Glen is near Alverno College, Country Club/Main St, and Benedictine University.
Stonegate Crossing
Average Rent
$1,375/Month
Units Available
11 Rentals
Stonegate Crossing is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Stonegate Crossing is $1,375 while the city average is $1,478. Residents enjoy convenient access to i.d.e.a. Museum, Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, and Country Club/Main St.
Heather Place
Average Rent
$1,381/Month
Units Available
11 Rentals
When you’re looking for a great Chandler neighborhood on a budget, check out Heather Place. The average rent is $1,381, compared to the city average of $1,478. Heather Place is convenient to Mesa Dr/Main St, Arizona Museum of Natural History, and City of Chandler Environmental Education Center.
Fairways at San Marcos
Average Rent
$1,389/Month
TransitScore® Rating
36/100
Units Available
11 Rentals
Fairways at San Marcos is an affordable neighborhood in Chandler with an average rent price of $1,389. Compare this to the city average of $1,478. Fairways at San Marcos provides easy access to Price-101 Fwy/Apache Blvd, Arizona Museum of Natural History, and Alverno College. It’s a car-dependent neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 29.
Southridge Estates
Average Rent
$1,409/Month
TransitScore® Rating
35/100
Units Available
13 Rentals
If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Chandler, Southridge Estates might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,409, while the city’s average stands at $1,478. Southridge Estates is near Mesa Dr/Main St, Mesa C.C., Southern and Dobson, and Chandler-Gilbert CC. Sun Lakes.
Cantera
Average Rent
$1,446/Month
TransitScore® Rating
29/100
Units Available
39 Rentals
Cantera is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Cantera is $1,446 while the city average is $1,478. Residents enjoy convenient access to Chandler-Gilbert C.C., Pecos, Mesa C.C., Southern and Dobson, and San Marcos Auto Plaza. The neighborhood is considered car-dependent with a WalkScore® of 28.
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Methodology
Transit Score measures access to public transit. Scores range from 0 (minimal transit) to 100 (rider’s paradise). Learn more about the Transit Score methodology. Rental data is sourced from CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As a leading authority in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar performs in-depth research to build and sustain an extensive database of commercial real estate insights.
We've combined this data with public records to provide the most current rental information available.