1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Apache Junction, AZ
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Apache Junction, Arizona as of October 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $1,767 and +3% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Apache Junction
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Apache Junction
Compare Apache Junction's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Tucson | $847 |
| 2 | Winslow | $958 |
| 3 | Bullhead City | $1,010 |
| 4 | Kingman | $1,020 |
| 5 | Arizona City | $1,028 |
| 6 | Fort Mohave | $1,080 |
| 7 | Green Valley | $1,140 |
| 8 | Tucson | $1,143 |
| 9 | Yuma | $1,143 |
| 10 | Show Low | $1,170 |
| 11 | Cottonwood | $1,190 |
| 12 | Glendale | $1,193 |
| 13 | Lake Havasu City | $1,210 |
| 14 | Mesa | $1,213 |
| 15 | Sierra Vista | $1,215 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anthem | $2,380 |
| 2 | Queen Creek | $2,260 |
| 3 | Gilbert | $2,240 |
| 4 | Scottsdale | $2,163 |
| 5 | Litchfield Park | $2,140 |
| 6 | Buckeye | $2,055 |
| 7 | San Tan Valley | $2,030 |
| 8 | Surprise | $1,984 |
| 9 | Peoria | $1,953 |
| 10 | Fountain Hills | $1,950 |
| 11 | Maricopa | $1,900 |
| 12 | Tolleson | $1,850 |
| 13 | Flagstaff | $1,830 |
| 14 | Avondale | $1,810 |
| 15 | Waddell | $1,760 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Apache Junction.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Apache Junction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa, AZ | 13.4 mi | $1,213 | $-227 (-16%) |
| San Tan Valley, AZ | 14.1 mi | $2,030 | +$590 (+41%) |
| Queen Creek, AZ | 15.8 mi | $2,260 | +$820 (+57%) |
| Gilbert, AZ | 16.2 mi | $2,240 | +$800 (+56%) |
| Fountain Hills, AZ | 19.9 mi | $1,950 | +$510 (+35%) |
| Chandler, AZ | 25 mi | $1,499 | +$59 (+4%) |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 27.1 mi | $2,163 | +$723 (+50%) |
| Tempe, AZ | 27.5 mi | $1,285 | $-155 (-11%) |
| Coolidge, AZ | 28.7 mi | $1,440 | — |
| Paradise Valley, AZ | 30.7 mi | $1,635 | +$195 (+14%) |
| Casa Grande, AZ | 35.8 mi | $1,455 | +$15 (+1%) |
| Phoenix, AZ | 38.8 mi | $1,240 | $-200 (-14%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Apache Junction — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Apache Junction?
As of October 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Apache Junction, Arizona is $1,440 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $1,767.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Apache Junction?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $57,600 ($4,800/month gross), which works out to roughly $27.69/hour at a full-time job.
Is Apache Junction expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Apache Junction's 1-bedroom median of $1,440 is +3% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 53th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Apache Junction rank for 1-bedroom rent in Arizona?
Among the 51 cities in Arizona with 1-bedroom data, Apache Junction ranks #21 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Apache Junction?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Mesa ($1,213), Tempe ($1,285), Phoenix ($1,240).