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$1,882/mo Chandler, AZ average rental price, July 2022

The average monthly rent of apartments in Chandler, AZ is $1,882.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,706, the average rent in Chandler, AZ is $1,882.

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When were prices and availability in Chandler, AZ last updated?

Prices and availability in Chandler, AZ were last updated on 7 Dec 2022.

What are the best apartments in Chandler, AZ?

The best apartments in Chandler, AZ are: Trevi Apartment Homes, The Core Chandler, Reflections at Gila Springs, Montage at Pecos Ranch and Zaterra Luxury Apartments.

What is the average rent in Chandler, AZ?

The average rent in Chandler, AZ is $1,882. Start your search for apartments in Chandler, AZ now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Chandler, AZ?

The price range for a studio apartment in Chandler, AZ is between $1,535 and $2,370. View all studio apartments in Chandler, AZ.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Chandler, AZ?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Chandler, AZ is between $720 and $5,736. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Chandler, AZ now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Chandler, AZ?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Chandler, AZ is between $820 and $5,514. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Chandler, AZ.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Chandler, AZ?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Chandler, AZ is between $1,245 and $8,547. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Chandler, AZ.

What type of rental buildings are in Chandler, AZ?

In Chandler, 35% of the residents are renting compared to 65% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 14% of Chandler’s rentals, 50% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 34% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Chandler, AZ?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Chandler are about 22 years old, on average. Of these, 55% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 2 stories. About 89% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 1% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Chandler, AZ?

Rental apartments in Chandler come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 1% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 41% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 49% of all rentals in Chandler. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

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Top Cities for Active Renters: Texas Triangle Boasts Most Apartments with Access to Fitness Amenities

When we calculated the share of apartments with access to on-site fitness amenities out of the total apartments, we found that in six cities all apartment communities have access to some type of sports amenity. Among them is Chandler, AZ, where all renters who call these sunny citiy home can exercise right where they live.

The Best Suburbs in America for Renters: Look to the South for Most Suburban Apartments Built in the Last 5 Years

The third on the list of best American suburbs is Chandler, just 22 miles outside of Phoenix. Chandler is the best suburb in Phoenix for renters, with a share of 21% of its apartments having been built in the last five years. This translates into 4,805 new apartments being brought to its housing market. Most of the 19 new buildings are part of outdoor-style complexes, with either one, two or three stories.

Renter's guide to Chandler, AZ

Chandler, Arizona started out as a resort town with the first major golf resort in Arizona having opened in 1913. From there on it has grown into a vibrant city with resorts, shopping, fine dining and perfect weather. Chandler is like a desert oasis near the major city of Phoenix and features plenty to do for folks of all ages.

Chandler Arizona is the fourth most populated city in Arizona behind Mesa, Tucson and Phoenix. With 247,000 residents, Chandler is similar in population size to Madison, Wisconsin. At 64 mi², Chandler is eight times smaller than Phoenix and half the size of Mesa.

If you’re searching for places to live near Phoenix, Arizona or looking to spend a night out in the city, the distance from Chandler to Phoenix is just 22 miles. Going from Chandler to Tempe, AZ is about 14 miles and 9 miles to Mesa.

Thanks to its leisure activities, Chandler was named an All-American City by the National Civic League in 2010 and a national parks and recreation group in Washington D.C. announced that Chandler, for the tenth year in a row, was a 2016 Playful City USA.

Chandler AZ weather is hot; you can expect highs in the 100s in June, July and August. Rain is scarce with only 9 inches falling per year but is actually more than double what Las Vegas receives. Winters in Chandler will have temperatures averaging in the 60s and 70s. Chandler has on average 330 sunny days – that’s 90% of the year!

Chandler AZ is a marvelous and appealing place to call home. It offers a resort feel while still being very close to Phoenix. Chandler has many great festivals and events all year long and residents are always close to the mountains to soak in nature or in the city where they can head out for a meal downtown or catch a sporting event.

Tips for renting in Chandler, AZ

For renting in Chandler AZ, landlords must provide safe, clean and habitable residences at all times and they are unable to raise rents during your lease period. Once the lease period ends though, there is no limit to how much they can raise the rent.

When it comes to renters rights in Arizona, the basic advice is to read the lease entirely and have an understanding of both yours and the landlord’s rights.

Chandler, AZ demographics

257,076Total Population
131,397 Female

125,679 Male
36.7Median Age

Chandler, AZ has a population of 257,076 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 131,397 of Chandler’s residents are women and 125,679 are men. The median age of those who live in Chandler, AZ is 36.7.

Living in Chandler, AZ

There are many pros to living in Chandler, AZ. It’s sunny, warm, with plenty of things to do outdoors and it’s close to Phoenix. On top of that, baseball enthusiasts will love spring training since 15 major league teams are part of the Cactus League Spring Training and make their homes in-and-around Phoenix.

There are cons to living in Chandler, AZ as well. One is the oppressive heat. In June 2016, Chandler reached 117 degrees – although this was a record-breaking temperature; Chandler does average in the 100s in the summer. Chandler is part of a desert area so grass and trees are not as abundant; expect lots of rock features instead of lush green landscaping. Another con is the sales tax which is ranked 11^th highest in the country and varies by city. Sales tax in Chandler, AZ is 7.8% while sales tax in Phoenix is 8.6%.

Chandler, AZ households

64,439 Family

29,448 Non-family
33,853 Children

60,034 No Children

93,887Total Number of Households
2.73Average People Per Household
$85,796Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 93,887 households in Chandler, AZ. 64,439 are family households and 29,448 are non-family households. There are 33,853 households with children in Chandler and 60,034 households without children. On average, about 2.73 people live in a household in Chandler, AZ.

Things to do in Chandler, AZ

Residents in Chandler will be close Phoenix’s professional sports teams including the NBA’s Phoenix Suns, the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals, the MLB’s Arizona Diamondbacks and the NHL’s Phoenix Coyotes – yes, there is a hockey team here!

The parks in Chandler Arizona are great though. There are many trails worth exploring and six aquatic areas featuring pools, water slides, splash pads and more so you can have fun things to do outdoors with the kids. There are also family fun centers and a Desert Breeze Hummingbird Habitat - a peaceful place to spend some time observing hummingbirds fly speedily about.

Downtown Chandler is very walkable featuring boutique shopping, galleries, dining and more. Things to do for couples include tasting the latest microbrews in Chandler and listening to live music at the Jazz Festival every spring. Another amazing event is the Downtown Block Party every November.

Because of the diversity in Chandler AZ and the Phoenix area, you can always try new and unique foods. Experiencing these cultural cuisines from the top food trucks or restaurants will help open up your taste buds.

Living in Chandler AZ means you’re close to many fun things to do around Phoenix. From sporting events to horseback riding, you can always find something fun to fill up your weekend.

Chandler, AZ employment & economy

The Chandler AZ unemployment rate is generally better than Phoenix and much lower than the rest of Arizona. The computer chip industry and banking are the primary economic forces with Intel bringing in over 11,000 jobs to its 4 facilities. Wells Fargo and Bank of America are also major employers in Chandler.

Education in Chandler, AZ

Chandler-Gilbert Community College is located in one city over in Gilbert and is the closest two-year community college to Chandler, AZ.

14 miles away in Tempe is the Arizona State University which was ranked #1 on the list of Most Innovative Schools in America by U.S. News & World Report. They offer over 350 degree programs and the Tempe campus boasts a student population of over 50,000.

Chandler, AZ education statistics

The level of education of the population of Chandler, AZ is as follows: 2% have no high school education, 22% completed some high school, 27% partially completed college, 9% have an Associate Degree, 25% have a Bachelor Degree, and 14% have a Graduate Degree.

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