Cheapest Neighborhoods in Scottsdale, AZ
Some of the cheapest neighborhoods in Scottsdale are Scottsdale Estates Twelve, Trails at Scottsdale, and Scottsdale Shadows. These neighborhoods offer some of the lowest rent prices in Scottsdale, making them ideal for renters on a budget. As of August 7, 2026, the average rent in Scottsdale is $1,841, which is 1.5% higher 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.
Scottsdale Estates Twelve
Average Rent
$1,289/Month
Units Available
15 Rentals
Scottsdale Estates Twelve is an affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale with an average rent price of $1,289. Compare this to the city average of $1,841. Scottsdale Estates Twelve provides easy access to McDowell Village, Phoenix Zoo, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.
Trails at Scottsdale
Average Rent
$1,299/Month
Units Available
18 Rentals
If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale, Trails at Scottsdale might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,299, while the city’s average stands at $1,841. Trails at Scottsdale is near Price-101 Fwy/Apache Blvd, ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, and Papago Park.
Scottsdale Shadows
Average Rent
$1,316/Month
Units Available
36 Rentals
Scottsdale Shadows is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Scottsdale Shadows is $1,316 while the city average is $1,841. Residents enjoy convenient access to Priest Dr/Washington St, Arcadia Park, and Marina Heights/Rio Salado.
Sonoran Arroyos
Average Rent
$1,322/Month
Units Available
30 Rentals
When you’re looking for a great Scottsdale neighborhood on a budget, check out Sonoran Arroyos. The average rent is $1,322, compared to the city average of $1,841. Sonoran Arroyos is convenient to Cholla Trailhead - Camelback Mountain, Paradise Valley Comm. Coll., and Scottsdale Community College.
Ancala
Average Rent
$1,406/Month
Units Available
33 Rentals
Ancala is an affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale with an average rent price of $1,406. Compare this to the city average of $1,841. Ancala provides easy access to Phoenix Sky Harbor International, Benedictine University, and Adobe Village.
Scottsdale Meadows
Average Rent
$1,407/Month
Units Available
15 Rentals
If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale, Scottsdale Meadows might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,407, while the city’s average stands at $1,841. Scottsdale Meadows is near Phoenix Zoo, Hayden Ferry/Rio Salado, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International.
Villa Monterey
Average Rent
$1,423/Month
Units Available
12 Rentals
Villa Monterey is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Villa Monterey is $1,423 while the city average is $1,841. Residents enjoy convenient access to Phoenix Sky Harbor International, Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, and Scottsdale Highland.
Pointe Scottsdale
Average Rent
$1,434/Month
Units Available
17 Rentals
When you’re looking for a great Scottsdale neighborhood on a budget, check out Pointe Scottsdale. The average rent is $1,434, compared to the city average of $1,841.
Sands East Townhomes
Average Rent
$1,434/Month
Units Available
17 Rentals
Sands East Townhomes is an affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale with an average rent price of $1,434. Compare this to the city average of $1,841.
Scottsdale Highlands Estates
Average Rent
$1,434/Month
Units Available
17 Rentals
If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale, Scottsdale Highlands Estates might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,434, while the city’s average stands at $1,841. Scottsdale Highlands Estates is near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, Hayden Ferry/Rio Salado, and Center Pkwy/Washington.
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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.
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