Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Scottsdale, AZ
Some of the cheapest neighborhoods in Scottsdale are Scottsdale Shadows, Trails at Scottsdale, and Sonoran Arroyos. These neighborhoods offer some of the lowest rent prices in Scottsdale, making them ideal for renters on a budget. As of December 23, 2025, the average rent in Scottsdale is $1,807, which is 1.3% 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.
Scottsdale Shadows
Average Rent
$1,244/Month
TransitScore® Rating
44/100
Units Available
29 Rentals
Scottsdale Shadows is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Scottsdale Shadows is $1,244 while the city average is $1,807. Residents enjoy convenient access to Chaparral Plaza, Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, and Cholla Trailhead - Camelback Mountain. The neighborhood is considered car-dependent with a WalkScore® of 41.
Trails at Scottsdale
Average Rent
$1,293/Month
Units Available
17 Rentals
When you’re looking for a great Scottsdale neighborhood on a budget, check out Trails at Scottsdale. The average rent is $1,293, compared to the city average of $1,807. Trails at Scottsdale is convenient to Arizona State Univ., Tempe, Desert Arboretum Park, and Marina Heights/Rio Salado.
Sonoran Arroyos
Average Rent
$1,303/Month
Units Available
13 Rentals
Sonoran Arroyos is an affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale with an average rent price of $1,303. Compare this to the city average of $1,807. Sonoran Arroyos provides easy access to McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Scottsdale Community College, and Sierra Crossings.
Ancala
Average Rent
$1,318/Month
TransitScore® Rating
18/100
Units Available
21 Rentals
If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale, Ancala might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,318, while the city’s average stands at $1,807. Ancala is near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, Ancala Village, and Arizona Horse Lover's Park.
Casa Norte
Average Rent
$1,325/Month
Units Available
12 Rentals
Casa Norte is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Casa Norte is $1,325 while the city average is $1,807. Residents enjoy convenient access to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, Butterfly Wonderland, and McDowell Mountain Regional Park.
Mereway Manor
Average Rent
$1,354/Month
TransitScore® Rating
38/100
Units Available
11 Rentals
When you’re looking for a great Scottsdale neighborhood on a budget, check out Mereway Manor. The average rent is $1,354, compared to the city average of $1,807. Mereway Manor is convenient to Arizona State University, Hayden Automotive Center, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International. The community is somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 56.
Villa Monterey
Average Rent
$1,422/Month
TransitScore® Rating
45/100
Units Available
23 Rentals
Villa Monterey is an affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale with an average rent price of $1,422. Compare this to the city average of $1,807. Villa Monterey provides easy access to Phoenix Zoo, Camelback Miller Plaza, and Scottsdale Community College. It’s a walkable neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 73.
Montage
Average Rent
$1,441/Month
TransitScore® Rating
27/100
Units Available
11 Rentals
If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale, Montage might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,441, while the city’s average stands at $1,807. Montage is near McDowell Mountain Village, Argosy University, and Arizona Horse Lover's Park.
Maya
Average Rent
$1,458/Month
TransitScore® Rating
49/100
Units Available
23 Rentals
Maya is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Maya is $1,458 while the city average is $1,807. Residents enjoy convenient access to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, 50Th St/Washington St, and Priest Dr/Washington St. The neighborhood is considered walkable with a WalkScore® of 82.
Western Villa
Average Rent
$1,476/Month
TransitScore® Rating
45/100
Units Available
19 Rentals
When you’re looking for a great Scottsdale neighborhood on a budget, check out Western Villa. The average rent is $1,476, compared to the city average of $1,807. Western Villa is convenient to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, Papago Park, and Marina Heights/Rio Salado. The community is walkable with a WalkScore® of 77.
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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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