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Villa Serena

$995 – $1,350/mo

1–2 bedrooms
1–1.5 baths
700–1,010 sq ft
3 units available

6802 N 17th Dr, Phoenix, AZ, 85015

As of October 13, 2026, Villa Serena in Phoenix, AZ has 3 apartments for rent from $995 to $1,350/mo. One-bedrooms start at $995 and two-bedrooms at $1,095. The average asking rent has fallen 6.2% since July 1, 2026, from $1,223 to $1,147.

Floor plans

Villa Serena has 3 units available across 3 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (700 sq ft) and 2 two-bedroom layouts (1,010 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

1 Bedroom

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 700 Sq Ft

Starting at $995/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
12	$995	700	Sep 29

2 x 1.50

2 Bedrooms • 1.5 Baths • 1,010 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,095/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
2 x 1.50	$1,095	1,010	Mar 1

2 Bedroom

2 Bedrooms • 1.5 Baths • 1,010 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,350/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
07	$1,350	1,010	Jun 19

See all 3 units listed at Villa Serena, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Villa Serena, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,243 a month all-in: $995 rent and an estimated $248 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,417.

All-in from$1,243/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 Villa Serena takes about $35,820 a year for a one-bedroom and $39,420 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,243 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $52,000 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,243/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$52,000/yr

Income to qualify

$35,820/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Villa Serena has ranged from $1,147 to $1,223. The current average is $1,147, the lowest in the past year.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (37 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Villa Serena, the security deposit is $500.

Rent
$995 – $1,350/mo
Security deposit
$500
Earliest move-in
Mar 1

Amenities

Villa Serena has garage or covered parking. It lists 12 amenities, including private patio and stove/refrigerator/dishwasher.

$5 Pest Control
Covered Parking
Extra Storage
Pest Control $5
Pet Fee $300
Pet Rent 1/$25 Or 2/$35 (If Applicable)
Private Patio
Renters Insurance $18
Rubs Water/Sewer/Trash $95.00
Stove/Refrigerator/Dishwasher

Water/Sewer/Trash$75
Water/Trash/Sewer $95

Location

6802 N 17th Dr, Phoenix, AZ, 85015

Resident reviews

2.5

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

Negative

Management5.0

Building Quality5.0

Maintenance5.0

Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0

Location5.0

Overall33 reviews

Villa Serena Apartments shows a stark divide in resident experiences across its history. Recent reviews (2020) highlight significant improvements under new management, with residents praising responsive maintenance, professional staff, property upgrades, and a welcoming community atmosphere. However, the property has a long history of persistent complaints spanning decades, including chronic pest infestations, slow maintenance response times, water leaks, aging infrastructure, and inconsistent management quality. Location convenience and affordability are noted positives, but maintenance reliability and property condition remain central concerns for many residents.

Management responsiveness and professionalism vary significantly across review periods. Recent reviews (2020) highlight improved management with responsive staff, timely repairs, and community engagement, while older and mid-period reviews cite communication challenges, slow maintenance response, and billing issues. Office staff friendliness is frequently praised, though some reviews report difficulty reaching management by phone and inconsistent follow-up on maintenance requests.

Residents report persistent building maintenance issues including pest infestations, water leaks from plumbing and roofs, and delayed repairs. Common concerns include aging HVAC systems with odor and performance problems, deteriorating finishes such as peeling paint and loose tiles, and cleanliness issues both at move-in and during occupancy. While some residents note management responsiveness in specific cases, the overall pattern reflects slow response times and incomplete repairs that leave residents frustrated.

Maintenance responsiveness and quality are inconsistent across this property. While some residents report quick and well-executed repairs, others describe extended delays, incomplete work, and recurring issues with plumbing leaks, HVAC systems, and appliances. Common problems include water damage from upper-unit leaks, AC units that malfunction or lack proper airflow, and work orders that remain unresolved for weeks or months.

Resident experiences with amenities and shared spaces vary significantly. Positive reviews highlight well-maintained grounds, a clean pool, responsive maintenance, and convenient location. However, multiple reviews document persistent issues including laundry room access problems, non-functional pool maintenance, broken gate and package notification systems, parking lot security concerns, and delayed repairs to shared infrastructure.

Residents highlight the property's convenient location for transit access and proximity to nearby amenities, making it accessible for those without personal vehicles. The area is described as calm and peaceful with generally manageable commute options. Location convenience is cited as a key advantage for daily errands and access to services.

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

Villa Serena is somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking: Somewhat walkable; Grade D+
Transit: Minimal; Grade F
Biking: Somewhat bikeable; Grade D

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Villa Serena was good on 49 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

49 good-air days

of the past 365

Oct 13: Good, AQI 37

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Temperature

107° / 47°

average August high / January low

Oct 13: 77° high, 61° low

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Pollen

Very high

Oct 13–17 forecast

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

Month	Average high	Average low	Average AQI	Good-air days
January	69°F	47°F	60 (moderate)	5 of 31
February	77°F	54°F	55 (moderate)	6 of 28
March	91°F	64°F	59 (moderate)	3 of 31
April	87°F	65°F	63 (moderate)	2 of 30
May	94°F	72°F	64 (moderate)	1 of 31
June	105°F	82°F	60 (moderate)	2 of 30
July	106°F	85°F	59 (moderate)	0 of 31
August	107°F	87°F	59 (moderate)	4 of 31
September	97°F	79°F	52 (moderate)	8 of 30
October	88°F	67°F	54 (moderate)	11 of 31
November	77°F	56°F	60 (moderate)	5 of 30
December	72°F	50°F	62 (moderate)	2 of 31

Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

Nearby schools

The closest school to Villa Serena is Shepherd Of The Vly Pre-School, a private preschool 0.5 miles away. The closest public school is Solano School, 1.4 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Shepherd Of The Vly Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.5 mi
Hopi Learning Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.9 mi
Solano School Public · Middle	Public	Middle	1.4 mi
Ymca Child Care Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.5 mi
Legacy Found Christ-Town Ymca Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.5 mi
Panda Bear Learning Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.7 mi
Choice Learning Academy Public · Middle	Public	Middle	1.7 mi
Brown's Next Generation Child Care Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.8 mi
Imagine Camelback Middle School Charter · Middle	Charter	Middle	1.9 mi
Imagine Camelback Elementary School Charter · Elementary	Charter	Elementary	1.9 mi