2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Anthem, AZ
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Anthem, Arizona as of October 2026. That's +9% higher than the citywide median of $2,532 and +67% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Anthem
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Anthem
Compare Anthem's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Tucson | $1,063 |
| 2 | Winslow | $1,158 |
| 3 | Arizona City | $1,206 |
| 4 | Bullhead City | $1,305 |
| 5 | Kingman | $1,315 |
| 6 | Sierra Vista | $1,345 |
| 7 | Glendale | $1,388 |
| 8 | Fort Mohave | $1,400 |
| 9 | Mesa | $1,409 |
| 10 | Gold Canyon | $1,417 |
| 11 | Phoenix | $1,443 |
| 12 | Cottonwood | $1,480 |
| 13 | Green Valley | $1,490 |
| 14 | Tempe | $1,492 |
| 15 | Tucson | $1,492 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anthem (this page) | $2,770 |
| 2 | Queen Creek | $2,630 |
| 3 | Gilbert | $2,603 |
| 4 | Scottsdale | $2,512 |
| 5 | Litchfield Park | $2,490 |
| 6 | Buckeye | $2,385 |
| 7 | San Tan Valley | $2,355 |
| 8 | Surprise | $2,304 |
| 9 | Peoria | $2,270 |
| 10 | Fountain Hills | $2,270 |
| 11 | Maricopa | $2,205 |
| 12 | Tolleson | $2,150 |
| 13 | Avondale | $2,105 |
| 14 | Flagstaff | $2,073 |
| 15 | Vail | $2,060 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Anthem.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Anthem |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, AZ | 13.7 mi | $2,270 | $-500 (-18%) |
| Sun City, AZ | 17.1 mi | $1,895 | $-875 (-32%) |
| Glendale, AZ | 17.9 mi | $1,388 | $-1,382 (-50%) |
| Sun City West, AZ | 19.2 mi | $1,850 | $-920 (-33%) |
| Youngtown, AZ | 20.4 mi | $1,690 | $-1,080 (-39%) |
| Phoenix, AZ | 20.7 mi | $1,443 | $-1,327 (-48%) |
| El Mirage, AZ | 21.1 mi | $1,880 | $-890 (-32%) |
| Paradise Valley, AZ | 21.8 mi | $1,903 | $-867 (-31%) |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 22.5 mi | $2,512 | $-258 (-9%) |
| Surprise, AZ | 23.1 mi | $2,304 | $-466 (-17%) |
| Waddell, AZ | 28.4 mi | $2,045 | $-725 (-26%) |
| Avondale, AZ | 28.8 mi | $2,105 | $-665 (-24%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Anthem — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Anthem?
As of October 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Anthem, Arizona is $2,770 per month. This is +9% higher than the citywide median of $2,532.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Anthem?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $110,800 ($9,233/month gross), which works out to roughly $53.27/hour at a full-time job.
Is Anthem expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Anthem's 2-bedroom median of $2,770 is +67% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 92th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Anthem rank for 2-bedroom rent in Arizona?
Among the 52 cities in Arizona with 2-bedroom data, Anthem ranks #52 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Anthem?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Peoria ($2,270), Sun City ($1,895), Glendale ($1,388).