Average Rent in 85042, Phoenix, AZ
Based on HUD's 2026 Small Area Fair Market Rent data — updated annually.
| Unit size | Typical rent |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,410/mo |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,530/mo |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,780/mo |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,370/mo |
| 4+ Bedroom | $2,630/mo |
A 2-bedroom apartment in 85042 runs about 5% below the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro average of $1,874/month. Rent varies block by block within any metro area — this figure reflects HUD's official Small Area Fair Market Rent for this specific ZIP code, not a metro-wide estimate.
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Check My Renewal →Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, 2026. See rent across every ZIP code in this area on the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler rent guide.