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.
Parking Policies: All apartments are assigned a covered parking space. Uncovered parking spaces are first come first served. All vehicles must be registered with management.
Special offer
Desert Lakes Apartments
8245 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051
Expires September 30, 2026
Apartment building
1-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Unit 2089 1 bd, 1 ba | 654 | Nov 24 | $905 | |
 Unit 2029 1 bd, 1 ba | 654 | Now | $1,086 | |
 Unit 208 1 bd, 1 ba | 654 | Oct 27 | $1,099 | |
 Unit 223 2 bd, 2 ba | 900 | Sep 11 | $1,139 | |
Unit 1008 1 bd, 1 ba | 654 | Sep 18 | $1,168 | |
Unit 1096 1 bd, 1 ba | 654 | Sep 29 | $1,168 | |
Unit 2037 1 bd, 1 ba | 654 | Oct 14 | $1,195 | |
Unit 225 1 bd, 1 ba | 654 | Nov 13 | $1,214 | |
Unit 209 1 bd, 1 ba | 654 | Sep 15 | $1,214 | |
Unit 2015 2 bd, 2 ba | 900 | Aug 20 | $1,247 | |
 Unit 2114 2 bd, 2 ba | 900 | Oct 15 | $1,380 | |
 Unit 2023 2 bd, 2 ba | 900 | Nov 16 | $1,444 |
What's special
Business center
Work from home mode: activated
This building features access to a business center. Less than 9% of buildings in Phoenix have this amenity.
Oversized cabinetsRecessed led lightingCrisp clean lightingLarge cooking spaces
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Unit 2029, Unit 1008, Unit 225, Unit 1096, Unit 2089, Unit 209- Unit 2037, Unit 208
Unit 223, Unit 2015, Unit 2114- Unit 2023
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Business Center
Other
- Swimming Pool: Two Pools And Spa
Outdoor common areas
- Barbecue: Bbq Area By Summer Of 2026
Security
- Gated Entry
Services & facilities
- Pet Park
Unit Features
Other
- 24 Hr Fitness
- 24/7 Fitness Room
- 24/7 Luxer Package Room
- 24/7 Package Delivery & Pickup Via Luxer
- All White Appliances
- Bowfront Tubs
- Business Center
- Ceiling Fans
- Ceiling Fans In Every Room
- Clubhouse
- Corian Countertops
- Cox "quick Connect"
- Culinary-inspired Kitchen
- Custom Cabinets
- Custom Granite Counters
- Dishwasher
- Dual Lazy Susans
- Easy Care Corian Countertops
- Energy Star Appliances
- Fullsize Washer & Dryer
- Fullsize Washer And Dryer
- Granite Countertops
- Island Kitchen
- Lazy Susan
- Microwave
- Patio
- Pools
- Quartz Countertops
- Range Oven
- Refrigerator
- Reserved Covered Parking
- Rosewood Cabinets
- Smoke Free
- Spa
- Tile Flooring
- Two Pools And Spa
- Walk-in Closets
Policies
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedSmall and large OK
- CatsAllowed
Pet amenities
Pet Park
Special Features
- 24 Hour Maintenance
- 24/7 Fitness Room
- Gated Community
- Onsite Parking
Neighborhood: North Mountain
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
/ 100
Somewhat WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Some TransitBike Score®
/ 100
BikeableNearby schools in Phoenix
Washington Elementary School
Grades PK-6 • 0.2 miles2/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
1/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Palo Verde Middle School
Grades PK, 7, 8 • 1.8 miles3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Cortez High School
Grades 9-12 • 1 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
5/10Student Progress Rating
8/10Nearby apartments for rent
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Desert Lakes Apartments?
Desert Lakes Apartments has a walk score of 64, it's somewhat walkable.
What is the transit score of Desert Lakes Apartments?
Desert Lakes Apartments has a transit score of 44, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to Desert Lakes Apartments?
The schools assigned to Desert Lakes Apartments include Washington Elementary School, Palo Verde Middle School, and Cortez High School.
What neighborhood is Desert Lakes Apartments in?
Desert Lakes Apartments is in the North Mountain neighborhood in Phoenix, AZ.
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