Phoenix Homes for Rent

Rent.com's Guide to Apartments for Rent near Phoenix, AZ

Where to Find Homes for Rent in Phoenix

The Phoenix metropolitan area comprises downtown Phoenix, old communities built on historical sites, and master-planned suburbs and subdivisions. Within the 9,000 sq mi of the great Phoenix area, there are all types of homes for rent, including houses for rent by owner, apartment homes, townhomes, and condos. The only thing keeping these rental properties from becoming homes is you, the potential renter. Find your next home to rent in Phoenix using an online apartment finder and the descriptions below to help match your personality with a suitable neighborhood.

Find Homes for Rent in Phoenix's Largest Suburbs (population of more than 100,000):

Chandler - This bedroom commuter community is home to manufacturers, the Chandler Center for the Arts, the Arizona Railway Museum, and its annual Ostrich Festival.

Gilbert - This bicycle-friendly community includes protected bird areas, lake recreational areas, and nationally renowned dog parks.

Glendale - This suburb is known as a local antique capital and home to the NFL's Arizona Cardinals.

Mesa - The history of Mesa dates back approximately 2000 years but you can find current homes for rent available in this area listed online.

Peoria - Located in Salt River Valley, this community offers recreation for all ages and is used for spring training by several MLB teams.

Scottsdale - Find a home for rent in what the New York Times has described as a desert version of Miami's South Beach.

Surprise - This retirement community has grown rapidly while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Tempe - The headquarters of Arizona State University are located here, along with rental properties and students looking for roommates.

Search for Homes for Rent in Other Phoenix Suburbs:

Apache Junction - Named for the junction of the Apache Trail and the U.S. Highway 60, this area features views of Superstition Mountain.

Avondale - This little area is home to the Phoenix International Raceway.

Buckeye - The westernmost suburb of the Phoenix metropolitan area, this town consists of master planned communities built around it's old main street.

Casa Grande - Welcome to the "Big House." Casa Grande is named after the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, which is actually located in the smaller suburb of Coolidge.

El Mirage - This densely populated little area is located near Luke U.S. Air Force Base, the largest fighter pilot training base used by NATO.

Eloy - Often referred to as the skydive capital of the world, this area is home to the world's largest skydive drop zoneÉjust be careful not to drop into the neighborhood's largest employer, the Saguaro Correctional Center.

Florence - One of the oldest towns in the country, this suburb is a National Historic District and home to three state prisons.

Fountain Hills - This community focuses on its two annual fairs and its main attraction, the world's fourth-tallest fountain.

Goodyear - Established in 1917 with the purchase of land by the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, this sunny neighborhood welcomes MLB teams for spring training every year.

Maricopa - Located in the Gila River Valley, this city's success is based in its ample water supply that has sustained it for hundreds of years.

Paradise Valley - This small, affluent tourist destination is home to twelve resorts.

Queen Creek - Quaint and small, this area's attractions include performing arts, equestrian parks, farms, a sports complex, and a noted olive mill.