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Average Rent in Prescott, AZ Rents rising 4.9% YoY🔻 Cheapest in AZ

HUD FY2022 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 220,970

Data review: HUD FY2022Sources: HUD, Zillow, CensusMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction
⚠️ Data notice: The most recent HUD data available for this area is FY2022. HUD may have reclassified this metro — figures may not reflect current market conditions.

Market Overview

Prescott, AZ has rental prices ranging from $733/month to $1,724/month in 2022, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $894/month — 36% below the national average of $1,400/month.

How Prescott Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,103/month, Prescott ranks #15 most expensive of the 15 cities tracked in Arizona — pricier than 75% of all US cities in our data.

The Prescott Rental Market

The Prescott, AZ area has a population of about 220,970.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Prescott, AZ have risen by $52/month (4.9%) over the past year, from $1,051 to $1,103. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Rent vs. Buy

The median home value in Prescott, AZ is $603,126, giving a price-to-rent ratio of 45.6. With a break-even horizon of approximately 46 years, renting is likely the more financially prudent option for most residents unless they plan to stay long-term.

Neighborhoods

Home values — and by extension rent levels — vary significantly across Prescott's neighborhoods. Among the highest-value areas are Dexter ($338,382 median home value), Gail Gardener ($437,919 median home value). Renters on a tighter budget may find better value in less central neighborhoods or in adjacent metros with lower overall rent levels.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2022
Studio
$733
1 Bedroom
$894
2 Bedrooms
$1,103
4.9% YoY
3 Bedrooms
$1,537
4 Bedrooms
$1,724
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Median Home Value
$603,126
Source: Zillow ZHVI
Est. monthly payment
$3,210/mo
20% down · 30yr · 7%

Is Prescott, AZ Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$44,120/year
National median income: $75,000 (no local data)
To buy a median home
$128,404/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,103/month and 20% down on a $603,126 home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in AZlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Phoenix$1,530$1,679$1,950$2,624
Tucson$941$1,052$1,373$1,924
Prescott Valley$1,101$1,293$1,606$2,216
Lake Havasu City$1,051$1,051$1,357$1,883
Yuma$1,043$1,050$1,377$1,877
Flagstaff$1,564$1,714$1,942$2,379

Rent or Buy in Prescott?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Prescott data

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Home Value
$603,126
2BR Rent
$1,103/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$3,210/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $4,441/movs rent: $1,103/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

Mortgage Calculator

Estimate monthly payment for $603,126 home at 7% rate

20% — $120,625
3%50%
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,210
per month · 30 years · 7% APR
Loan Amount
$482,501
Total Paid
$1,155,632
Total Interest
$673,131
Estimated only. Excludes taxes, insurance, HOA. Rate from FRED.

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