Apartments for Rent in Camelback East, Phoenix, AZ - 484 Rentals available

Also known as East Phoenix, the urban village of Camelback East borders Alhambra to its west, the city of Scottsdale to its east, while Paradise Valley lies at its northern border. If you take either Interstate 202 or 51 south, you can be in Central City in around 10 minutes.

Property prices are slightly higher in Camelback East than in Phoenix’s suburban neighborhoods, whilst utilities for a studio should cost around $155 per month. However, the fact that you’re surrounded by popular eateries—coupled with the other perks of the prime location—balance out the relatively high cost of living in Camelback East. In a Biltmore Fashion Park restaurant, a quality three-course meal for two shouldn’t exceed $60.

Serving Camelback East, Valley Metro provides public transportation services, with day passes starting at $6 onboard or $4 from official vendors. As this neighborhood is in the proximity of popular areas, living here is definitely a time-saver. It doesn’t hurt to have a car, though, as you can easily get in Downtown Phoenix in no time.

One of the many benefits of living in Camelback East is that he neighborhood offers a wide variety of urban amenities. For example, luxury-seekers can enjoy not one but three five-star resorts, while places like AMC Dine-IN are winners in terms of entertainment. This last one is not only a movie theater, but also the perfect place to go for dinner, so it offers the best of both worlds.

The Old Town of Scottsdale is also a no-miss opportunity: spas, restaurants and plenty of souvenir stores. Camelback East’s positioning on Phoenix’s eastern hemisphere is also an advantage, as this is the closest neighborhood to Tonto National Forest.

If you’re looking for fun things to do in Camelback East, we have some good news. While high summer temperatures might keep some residents from venturing outside, Arizona Biltmore Golf Club is open all-year-round. You can either indulge in long promenades in the park, or you can give in to your inner adventurer on the hiking trails. Echo Canyon Recreation Area and Phoenix Mountains Preserve are by far some of the most beautiful places in Camelback East, so make sure you don’t miss them.

For fun things to do in Camelback East, the 140-acre Desert Botanical Garden in Papago Park and the Phoenix Zoo rank among Camelback East’s best family attractions. When it comes to a night out, there are plenty of places to visit in Camelback East—and don’t forget that you’re just a short cab ride away from Downtown Phoenix, in case none of them matches your mood.

Healthcare and hospitality industries account for the biggest employment rate in Camelback East. Employers like Banner Health, American Express and Honeywell are among the strongest employers in the area. Retail is mainly focused in its two cores: the 24th East and Camelback Road core, with its 5.6 million square feet of retail and office space, and 44th Street and Van Buren Avenue core—commonly known as the “Gateway to the City”.

There are five school districts in the urban village, giving children access to 16 elementary schools and two high schools. Hopi Elementary and Villa Montessori are among the neighborhood’s best elementary schools, Ingleside Middle is the best among the middle schools in the area, while Arcadia High School is among the highest-ranked local high schools.

While tenants’ rights are protected under Arizona law, there are still some renting tips to follow when moving to Camelback East. Keep all correspondence between you and your landlord written and keep records of all rent paid too. Remember that you have privacy rights—your landlord is not allowed to enter the property without prior consent from you. Moreover, it is likely that you will be subject to a full tenant screening—credit scores, income verification and checks on your criminal record—so do not let this take you by surprise.