Elevation Townhomes
7850 S Central Ave,
Phoenix, AZ 85042
$2,195 - $2,495 | 2-3 Beds
Located just five miles south of Downtown Phoenix, South Mountain offers residents the best of suburban living along with big-city access. Residents also enjoy stunning views of the city’s skyline to the north and rugged mountains to the south. Whether you prefer hiking mountain trails or between skyscrapers, there’s always plenty to do near the neighborhood.
South Mountain is convenient to water-based recreation on the Salt River as well as numerous retail delights at the expansive Arizona Mills. The award-winning Raven Golf Club is also located in South Mountain, providing residents with excellent golf, dining, and special events. Getting around from South Mountain is simple with access to I-10, I-17, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in South Mountain is $953 for a studio, $1,343 for one bedroom, $1,537 for two bedrooms, and $1,992 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Mountain has decreased by -2.6% in the past year.
Studio
387 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$953/month
Average Rent
1 BR
685 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,343/month
Average Rent
2 BR
974 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,537/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,250 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,992/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Current Resident
10 months ago•Niche Review
I have and still live in South Phoenix. The views of the mountains from my window motivate me to make a difference every day in my personal life and in my education. I am able to go on beautiful hikes at South Mountain make it seem like Im hiking in Sedona, Arizona. I am able to effectively study to the sounds of the northern mockingbirds outside my window.
Niche User
4 years and 10 months ago•Niche Review
All of the people are very friendly and not all but just some give welcoming presents for joining the neighborhood. We usually go there for vacation on Christmas
Current Resident
6 years and 1 months ago•Niche Review
South Mountain is a very close knit community. Everything and anything is almost always here with a supportive community to help you find what you need. Despite struggles and issues present in the community, members rise above to ensure success from everyone.
Current Resident
7 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review
The Schools around here are HORRIBLE ! The traffic is ridiculously 24/7 .. This grade is seriously wrong!
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