1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Sierra Vista, AZ
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Sierra Vista, Arizona as of July 2026. That's +9% lower than the citywide median of $1,341 and +13% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Sierra Vista
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 Sierra Vista
Compare Sierra Vista's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Tucson | $847 |
| 2 | Bullhead City | $1,010 |
| 3 | Kingman | $1,020 |
| 4 | Fort Mohave | $1,080 |
| 5 | Green Valley | $1,140 |
| 6 | Tucson | $1,143 |
| 7 | Yuma | $1,143 |
| 8 | Cottonwood | $1,190 |
| 9 | Glendale | $1,203 |
| 10 | Lake Havasu City | $1,210 |
| 11 | Sierra Vista (this page) | $1,215 |
| 12 | Mesa | $1,226 |
| 13 | Phoenix | $1,238 |
| 14 | Prescott | $1,260 |
| 15 | Tempe | $1,320 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waddell | $2,470 |
| 2 | Paradise Valley | $2,380 |
| 3 | Anthem | $2,380 |
| 4 | Queen Creek | $2,260 |
| 5 | Scottsdale | $2,163 |
| 6 | Litchfield Park | $2,140 |
| 7 | Buckeye | $2,055 |
| 8 | San Tan Valley | $2,030 |
| 9 | Surprise | $1,984 |
| 10 | Peoria | $1,953 |
| 11 | Fountain Hills | $1,950 |
| 12 | Maricopa | $1,900 |
| 13 | Tolleson | $1,850 |
| 14 | Flagstaff | $1,830 |
| 15 | Avondale | $1,810 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Sierra Vista.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Sierra Vista |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vail, AZ | 46.5 mi | $1,580 | +$365 (+30%) |
| Green Valley, AZ | 54.1 mi | $1,140 | $-75 (-6%) |
| Sahuarita, AZ | 63.2 mi | $1,510 | +$295 (+24%) |
| Tucson, AZ | 70.4 mi | $1,143 | $-72 (-6%) |
| South Tucson, AZ | 70.8 mi | $847 | $-368 (-30%) |
| Oro Valley, AZ | 80.2 mi | $1,580 | +$365 (+30%) |
| Marana, AZ | 98.7 mi | $1,450 | +$235 (+19%) |
| Florence, AZ | 119.4 mi | $1,500 | +$285 (+23%) |
| Arizona City, AZ | 132.3 mi | $1,440 | +$225 (+19%) |
| Coolidge, AZ | 137 mi | $1,440 | +$225 (+19%) |
| Casa Grande, AZ | 140.3 mi | $1,455 | +$240 (+20%) |
| San Tan Valley, AZ | 147.7 mi | $2,030 | +$815 (+67%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Sierra Vista — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Sierra Vista?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Sierra Vista, Arizona is $1,215 per month. This is +9% below the citywide median of $1,341.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Sierra Vista?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $48,600 ($4,050/month gross), which works out to roughly $23.37/hour at a full-time job.
Is Sierra Vista expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Sierra Vista's 1-bedroom median of $1,215 is +13% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 37th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Sierra Vista rank for 1-bedroom rent in Arizona?
Among the 49 cities in Arizona with 1-bedroom data, Sierra Vista ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Sierra Vista?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Green Valley ($1,140), Tucson ($1,143), South Tucson ($847).