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Desert Lakes Apartments


8245 N 27th Ave Phoenix, AZ

1 - 2 Bed
1 - 2 Bath

654 - 900 Sq. Ft.

Available starting May. 12th
1 Bed • 1 Bath
$905 - $1,214
654 ft2
4 Available
Managed By: Desert Lakes Management, Inc.
Unit 0228
$1,214
Available May 27th, 2026
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Unit 2089
$905
Available Jun 10th, 2026
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Unit 2005
$1,214
Available Jun 12th, 2026
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Unit 1089
$1,214
Available Aug 1st, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,380
900 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Desert Lakes Management, Inc.
Unit 2007
$1,380
Available May 12th, 2026
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
64
Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score®
37
Some Transit
Bike Score®
55
Bikeable
Amenities
On-site Laundry
Storage
Disability Access
Refrigerator
Garbage Disposal
Trash Removal Included
Public Transportation
Balcony, Deck, Patio
Dog Park
Range / Oven
Microwave
High-speed Internet
Smoke-free Community
Meal Plan Available
Elevator
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Parking
Surface Parking
Garage - Attached
Lease & Fees
Application Fee: $40
Security Deposit: $300
Property details
Description

Desert Lakes Apartments offers a welcoming community with a variety of amenities designed for comfort and convenience. Residents can enjoy two sparkling swimming pools, a 24-hour fitness center, a fully equipped clubhouse, and a business area perfect for working remotely. Our community also features a dog park and a BBQ area for outdoor gatherings.
Exciting new amenities are coming in Summer 2026, including a family fun area and an upgraded BBQ space, creating even more opportunities for residents to relax and connect.
Conveniently located near major freeways, Desert Lakes Apartments provides easy access to surrounding areas while being just 15 minutes from downtown Phoenix, where residents can enjoy dining, entertainment, and shopping.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 320
Last Updated: Updated 3 hours ago
Contact Number: (623) 235-8697
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Triad Wireless, LLC 300.0 50.0
ViaSat, Inc. 35.0 3.0
Gutierrez-Palmenberg, Inc. 25.0 3.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
VSAT Systems, LLC 2.0 1.3
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for Desert Lakes Apartments by bedroom type below.
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$40,900
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$49,700
per year
Rent report

Desert Lakes Apartments Rent vs. Phoenix Average

 Desert Lakes Apartments      Phoenix Average
1BR
$1,137
$1,300
$0
$450
$900
$1,350
$1,800
2BR
$1,380
$1,629
$0
$550
$1,100
$1,650
$2,200

Desert Lakes Apartments is asking 13% less than the average 1 bedroom apartment in Phoenix.

If you upsized to an average priced Phoenix 2 bedroom apartment, you would pay 20% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Phoenix studio apartment, you would pay 25% less per month.

Desert Lakes Apartments provides 2% less square footage than the average Phoenix 1 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
Desert Lakes Apartments
1BR $1,137 $1.70 $3,410
2BR $1,380 $1.50 $4,140
Phoenix Average
Studio $1,040 $2.30 $3,120
1BR $1,300 $2.00 $3,901
2BR $1,629 $1.70 $4,886
3BR $2,281 $1.60 $6,843
4BR $3,438 $1.60 $10,315

Availability in Phoenix

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 3,404 1BR units on the market in Phoenix. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
9% 42% 39% 8% 2%
Available Units in Phoenix
Studio 774
1BR 3,404
2BR 3,167
3BR 679
4BR 144
Location
Nearby Colleges
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Core Institute Specialty Hospital 2.01 mi.
Abrazo Central Campus 2.4 mi.
John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital 2.7 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Thunderbird Fire District 3.23 mi.
Phoenix Fire Department 3.23 mi.
North Hidden Valley Fire Department 3.23 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 5 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 1 unit available for move-in on May 12, 2026.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 654 to 900 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Desert Lakes Apartments has a 2 bedroom unit starting at $1,380.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 8245 N 27th Ave in Phoenix, AZ. It's 8.5 miles north from the center of Phoenix.
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