Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Scottsdale, AZ

Some of the cheapest neighborhoods in Scottsdale are Sonoran Arroyos, Ancala, and Trails at Scottsdale. These neighborhoods offer some of the lowest rent prices in Scottsdale, making them ideal for renters on a budget. As of November 8, 2025, the average rent in Scottsdale is $1,813, which is 0.9% 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.

Sonoran Arroyos

Average Rent

$1,266/Month

Units Available

12 Rentals

Sonoran Arroyos is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Sonoran Arroyos is $1,266 while the city average is $1,813. Residents enjoy convenient access to Palo Verde Square, Benedictine University, and Sierra Crossings.

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Ancala

Average Rent

$1,294/Month

TransitScore® Rating

18/100

Units Available

15 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Scottsdale neighborhood on a budget, check out Ancala. The average rent is $1,294, compared to the city average of $1,813. Ancala is convenient to Sierra Crossings, McDowell Mountain Regional Park, and Adobe Village. The community is car-dependent with a WalkScore® of 10.

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Trails at Scottsdale

Average Rent

$1,335/Month

Units Available

14 Rentals

Trails at Scottsdale is an affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale with an average rent price of $1,335. Compare this to the city average of $1,813. Trails at Scottsdale provides easy access to Price-101 Fwy/Apache Blvd, Desert Botanical Garden, and Scottsdale Commerce Center.

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Scottsdale Shadows

Average Rent

$1,352/Month

TransitScore® Rating

44/100

Units Available

26 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale, Scottsdale Shadows might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,352, while the city’s average stands at $1,813. Scottsdale Shadows is near Marina Heights/Rio Salado, Camelback Miller Plaza, and Desert Botanical Garden.

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Scottsdale Meadows

Average Rent

$1,362/Month

Units Available

12 Rentals

Scottsdale Meadows is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Scottsdale Meadows is $1,362 while the city average is $1,813. Residents enjoy convenient access to Papago Park, Tempe Beach Park/Rio Salado, and Scottsdale Community College.

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Mereway Manor

Average Rent

$1,370/Month

TransitScore® Rating

38/100

Units Available

10 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Scottsdale neighborhood on a budget, check out Mereway Manor. The average rent is $1,370, compared to the city average of $1,813. Mereway Manor is convenient to Hayden Automotive Center, ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, and Marina Heights/Rio Salado. The community is somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 56.

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Park Scottsdale Townhouse

Average Rent

$1,406/Month

Units Available

10 Rentals

Park Scottsdale Townhouse is an affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale with an average rent price of $1,406. Compare this to the city average of $1,813. Park Scottsdale Townhouse provides easy access to Gateway Community College, Center Pkwy/Washington, and Arcadia Park.

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Chateau de Vie North

Average Rent

$1,406/Month

Units Available

10 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Scottsdale, Chateau de Vie North might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,406, while the city’s average stands at $1,813. Chateau de Vie North is near Arizona State University, Phoenix Sky Harbor International, and Arcadia Park.

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Oak Park

Average Rent

$1,438/Month

Units Available

14 Rentals

Oak Park is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Oak Park is $1,438 while the city average is $1,813. Residents enjoy convenient access to Arizona State Univ., Tempe, Papago Park, and Center Pkwy/Washington.

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Scottsdale Estates Nine

Average Rent

$1,482/Month

Units Available

16 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Scottsdale neighborhood on a budget, check out Scottsdale Estates Nine. The average rent is $1,482, compared to the city average of $1,813. Scottsdale Estates Nine is convenient to Downtown East, Priest Dr/Washington St, and Arizona State University.

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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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