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Sunela

$1,619 – $3,840/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 565–1,618 sq ft
  • 58 units available
  • Pet friendly
20600 55th St, Phoenix, AZ, 85054

As of October 14, 2026, Sunela in Phoenix, AZ has 58 apartments for rent from $1,619 to $3,840/mo. Studios start at $1,619, one-bedrooms at $1,799, and two-bedrooms at $2,299. The average asking rent has fallen 1.6% since March 25, 2026, from $2,297 to $2,261.


Floor plans

Sunela has 58 units available across 10 floor plans: 3 studio layouts (565–658 sq ft), 3 one-bedroom layouts (658–818 sq ft), and 4 two-bedroom layouts (961–1,618 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

S1

Studio • 1 Bath • 565 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,619/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
182$1,619565Mar 2
282$1,619565May 7
366$1,634565Jun 22
452$1,634565Jul 9
152$1,694565Jul 22

S2

Studio • 1 Bath • 640 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,763/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
186$1,763640Jan 16
468$1,778640May 5
368$1,778640Dec 7

S3

Studio • 1 Bath • 658 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,821/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
206$1,821658Sep 4
404$1,836658Nov 6

A3

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 818 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,799/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
256$1,799818Jul 27
351$2,014818Oct 15
554$2,179818Oct 28
151$2,074818Nov 2

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 658 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,846/mo

7 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
421$1,976658Jul 3
239$1,956658Jul 13
229$1,941658Jul 20
429$1,976658Aug 6
139$1,906658Nov 16
121$1,941658Nov 30
443$1,846658Dec 23

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 748 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,992/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
333$2,122748Aug 21
369$1,992748Sep 23
105$2,027748Oct 5
133$2,087748Oct 20
119$2,112748Oct 30

B1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 961 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,299/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
388$2,299961Sep 25
288$2,414961Jul 2
188$2,414961Jul 14
150$2,414961Dec 7

B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,047 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,299/mo

15 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
131$2,2991,047Apr 17
331$2,3791,047Jul 8
103$2,3791,047Jul 14
231$2,3791,047Jul 29
353$2,4981,047Aug 21
453$2,4981,047Aug 21
258$2,3791,047Aug 26
445$2,4981,047Aug 28
431$2,6281,047Sep 4
358$2,6431,047Sep 4
464$2,6431,047Sep 4
245$2,4831,047Sep 10
458$2,6431,047Sep 10
345$2,4981,047Sep 11
158$2,6131,047Oct 28

B3

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,179 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,499/mo

11 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
267$2,6651,179Sep 25
313$2,4991,179Jan 16
315$2,5991,179Jan 16
207$2,7151,179Mar 9
113$2,7151,179Mar 31
367$2,6801,179Jul 18
215$2,7151,179Aug 31
261$2,6901,179Sep 4
213$2,7151,179Sep 4
307$2,7351,179Sep 9
161$2,6901,179Oct 6

B3 LOFT

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,618 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,820/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
507$3,8401,618Sep 25
559$3,8201,618Jun 11

See all 143 units listed at Sunela, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Sunela, a studio starts at about $2,075 a month all-in: $1,619 rent, $289 in listed fees, and an estimated $167 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,263 and a two-bedroom at about $2,804.

All-in from$2,075/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Sunela takes about $58,284 a year for a studio, $64,764 for a one-bedroom, and $82,764 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,075 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $91,900 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,075/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$91,900/yr

Income to qualify

$58,284/yr

Your estimated budget

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Sunela has ranged from $2,194 to $2,333. The current average is $2,261, down $36 (1.6%) from $2,297 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (161 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Sunela shows $288.81 a month in fees (storage space rental $65, internet services $60, pet rent $45, and 7 more) and $1,085 due at signing (pet fee $300, holding deposit $250, pet deposit $250, and 2 more).

  • Rent

    $1,619 – $3,840/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 16

Monthly fees

Boiler Management

$14/mo

Internet Services

$60/mo

Parking

$35/mo

Parking - Reserved

$35/mo

Pest Control Services

$3/mo

Pet Rent

$45/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$18.75/mo

Storage Space Rental

$65/mo

Trash Services - Hauling

$7/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$6.06/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$35

Holding Deposit (Refundable)

$250

Pet Deposit (Refundable)

$250

Pet Fee

$300

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$250

Amenities

Sunela is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 24 amenities, including fitness center, swimming pool, and patio/balcony.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Clubhouse Cafe

  • Coworking Space & Business Pods

  • Dishwasher

  • Doggie Spa

  • Fitness Center

  • Garage Parking

  • Gated Access

  • Media Lounge

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Pool & Spa With Poolside Ramadas

  • Sky Lounge With Dining Areas

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer

  • 9'-10' Ceilings

  • Ge Stainless Steel Appliances

  • In-Home Washer & Dryer

  • Private Patio Or Balcony*

  • Quartz Countertops

  • Smart Home Technology

  • Vinyl Plank Flooring Throughout


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    3 photos
  • Gym
  • Roof deck

Location

20600 55th St, Phoenix, AZ, 85054


Resident reviews

Sunela has a 4.9 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate management (4.4) and maintenance (4.1) highest and building quality (2.5) lowest.

4.9
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.4
Location4.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.9
Maintenance4.1
Building Quality2.5
Overall67 reviews

Sunela offers a modern, well-maintained property in a convenient location with strong leasing and maintenance staff support. Most residents praise the amenities, cleanliness, and professional service, though some report construction quality issues, noise insulation concerns, and inconsistent communication. Recurring maintenance challenges and package handling problems have affected certain residents' experiences, while pricing concerns persist among some renters.

Management and leasing staff receive consistent praise for professionalism, responsiveness, and helpfulness during tours and move-in processes. Maintenance teams are generally responsive to service requests. However, some residents report inconsistent follow-up on maintenance issues, delayed email responses from the leasing office, and gaps in communication about building-wide problems such as fire alarms and service disruptions.

The property benefits from a highly convenient location near High Street and Desert Ridge Marketplace, with easy walkability to shops and restaurants, and proximity to outdoor recreation. However, residents report significant concerns about parking garage design (tight spaces and narrow turns), ongoing construction noise in the surrounding area, and limited transit information in reviews. Location convenience is a consistent strength, though some residents feel the rental cost does not align with the overall property condition and maintenance issues.

Residents praise the property's amenities, particularly the pool, rooftop lounge, and two-story gym, along with the convenient location near shopping and dining. However, maintenance responsiveness is inconsistent, with recurring issues including poor soundproofing between units, package handling delays, and unresolved construction defects. Communication from the leasing office is frequently cited as slow, and resident events are limited despite marketing promises.

Maintenance response times are generally prompt, with staff often addressing issues quickly and following through on work orders. However, residents report inconsistent completion quality, with some repairs requiring multiple visits and certain issues remaining unresolved over extended periods. Common concerns include plumbing problems, appliance malfunctions, and window leaks, though emergency situations like flooding have been handled effectively with relocation support.

Residents report significant noise insulation issues between units, with sound transmission from footsteps to appliance use commonly heard across floors. Building maintenance concerns include persistent construction defects (shower leaks, window issues, trash chute failures), slow elevator repairs, and inconsistent follow-through on repairs despite responsive initial maintenance contact. Common area cleanliness is generally maintained, but stairwells and shared spaces occasionally show neglect. Overall, residents feel the building quality and finishes do not justify rental costs for a newer property.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Sunela is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Sunela was good on 48 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in May (average AQI 64, moderate). Daily highs averaged 107°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 47°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

48 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 57

Temperature

107° / 47°

average August high / January low

: 71° high, 54° low

Pollen

Very high

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: moderate, weed: very high

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January69°F47°F60 (moderate)5 of 31
February77°F53°F55 (moderate)6 of 28
March90°F64°F59 (moderate)3 of 31
April86°F64°F63 (moderate)2 of 30
May93°F70°F64 (moderate)1 of 31
June104°F82°F60 (moderate)2 of 30
July106°F84°F59 (moderate)0 of 31
August107°F85°F59 (moderate)4 of 31
September96°F78°F52 (moderate)8 of 30
October87°F65°F55 (moderate)10 of 31
November76°F55°F60 (moderate)5 of 30
December72°F49°F62 (moderate)2 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Sunela is a 272-unit building in Phoenix, AZ.

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  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    272

Nearby schools

The closest school to Sunela is Mayo Clinic Employee Child Care Center, a private preschool 1.2 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Mayo Clinic Employee Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Contact & management

Sunela is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 480-500-6282.


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