Apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ

Cortland Desert Ridge

4750 E Union Hills Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85050

1 bedroom · 2 bedrooms · 3 bedrooms759–1,262 sq ft
Explore the spaces

Explore Cortland Desert Ridge.

View All Photos 31
Get to know the community

Three layouts, two pools and a fitness center open around the clock.

Cortland Desert Ridge offers three apartment layouts: the 759-square-foot Agave with one bedroom, the 1,087-square-foot Mesquite with two bedrooms and the 1,262-square-foot Ocotillo with three bedrooms. Homes include full-size washers and dryers, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and private patios or balconies. Fireplaces are available in selected homes.

Two pools and a heated spa sit alongside a poolside lounge with a fire pit. The community also has a 24-hour fitness center, coworking space, a clubhouse with billiards and a coffee bar, an adventure playground and an outdoor kitchen. Detached garages provide a parking or storage option, and Amazon lockers handle package deliveries.

Spaces & layouts

Floor plans.

Floor plans for Cortland Desert Ridge
LayoutBedroomsBathroomsApprox. area
Agave1 bedroom1 full759 sq ft
Mesquite2 bedrooms2 full1,087 sq ft
Ocotillo3 bedrooms2 full1,262 sq ft

Pets.

Pet household
Up to two cats or dogs per apartment; maximum weight of 80 pounds per pet. Cats and dogs must be registered with the community.
Dog breed restrictions
Restricted breeds and mixes include Rottweiler, Chow, Presa Canario, Doberman, Akita, Pit Bull, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Cane Corso and Mastiff breeds.
Other pets
Permitted animals other than cats or dogs must remain in a cage or tank, with a two-animal limit and no pet fee. Tanks over 50 gallons, non-domestic animals, venomous animals and exotic pets are prohibited.
Service-animal weight rule
The published pet policy does not apply its weight restriction to service animals.
  • Monthly pet rent

    $40

    per pet · monthly

    Per cat or dog.

  • Pet fee

    $250

    per pet · one time · Nonrefundable

    Per cat or dog, due before move-in.

Parking.

Garage option
Private, detached garages are offered for parking or storage.
EV charging
EV charging is not offered on site.

Utilities & internet.

Usage-based utilities
Home: 1035
Common-area electric and gas, water, sewer and utility tax are usage-based; private electricity is paid directly to its provider.

Lease terms.

Smoke-free community
Deposit alternative
Jetty offers a monthly or one-time payment alternative to a traditional cash security deposit.
Subletting and short stays
Subletting and short-term hosting through services such as Airbnb or VRBO are prohibited.

Application & insurance.

Income requirement
Verifiable gross monthly income of at least 2.5 times the rental rate.
Application screening
Third-party screening reviews credit, rental history and criminal background; no specific credit-score cutoff is stated.
Insurance choices
At least $300,000 in liability coverage is required. A qualifying third-party policy can replace the $15 monthly Liability Only Protection program; that program does not cover personal belongings.
Adult applications and identity
Each resident age 18 or older needs an application and valid government-issued photo identification.
Income verification
Income verification covers a recent two-month period and may use pay stubs, W-2s, tax returns, offer letters, benefit award letters or certified accountant/bank verification.
Guarantors
Guarantors apply and undergo screening, with verifiable income of at least five times the rental rate.
  • Liability Only Protection

    $15

    per apartment · monthly

    Alternative to qualifying third-party coverage; billed when proof of the required coverage is not provided.

Inside the home.

In-home laundry
Full-size washer and dryer sets.
Kitchen finishes
Granite countertops, designer cabinet hardware, tile backsplashes, stainless steel appliances and undermount sinks with gooseneck faucets.
Interior details
Nine-foot ceilings with crown molding, wood-style flooring, walk-in closets, ceiling fans and deep-soaking bathtubs with tile surrounds.
Home controls
Smart thermostats, USB-integrated outlets and under-cabinet lighting.
Private outdoor space
Private patios or balconies.
Selected fireplaces
Fireplaces are available in selected homes.
Home 1002
Home: 1002
Approximately 1,262 square feet on floor 1.
Home 1031
Home: 1031
Approximately 759 square feet on floor 1.
Home 1035
Home: 1035
Approximately 759 square feet on floor 1.
Home 1083
Home: 1083
Approximately 1,087 square feet on floor 1.
Home 1092
Home: 1092
Approximately 1,087 square feet on floor 1.
Home 1107
Home: 1107
Approximately 1,087 square feet on floor 1.
Home 1108
Home: 1108
Approximately 1,087 square feet on floor 1.
Home 2008
Home: 2008
Approximately 1,087 square feet on floor 2.
Home 2024
Home: 2024
Approximately 759 square feet on floor 2.
Home 2040
Home: 2040
Approximately 1,087 square feet on floor 2.
Home 2061
Home: 2061
Approximately 1,087 square feet on floor 2.
Home 2063
Home: 2063
Approximately 759 square feet on floor 2.
Home 2075
Home: 2075
Approximately 1,087 square feet on floor 2.
Home 2076
Home: 2076
Approximately 1,087 square feet on floor 2.
Home 2103
Home: 2103
Approximately 1,262 square feet on floor 2.
Home 2123
Home: 2123
Approximately 1,087 square feet on floor 2.
Home 3050
Home: 3050
Approximately 759 square feet on floor 3.

Community amenities.

Two swimming pools and a heated spa
Poolside lounge with a fire pit
24-hour fitness center
Coworking space with Wi-Fi
Clubhouse with a coffee bar and billiards
Adventure playground
Outdoor kitchen with gas grills
Gated, limited-access community

Office & resident services.

Package delivery
Amazon package lockers.
Maintenance requests
Routine and emergency requests can be made through the 24-hour service hotline; an on-call associate handles qualifying emergencies outside office hours.
Rent payments
Rent is due on the first and can be paid through Cortland Connect. ACH e-check has no fee. Mastercard, AMEX and Discover carry 2.95% of the transaction amount; Visa carries 2.95% of the monthly lease amount. eMoney Order is also offered with an additional fee.
Find the community

Location & directions.

Pool and poolside area at Cortland Desert Ridge.

Cortland Desert Ridge

4750 E Union Hills Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85050, USA

Get directions ↗

View the community on Google Maps

Loading this optional map sends a request to Google. Your choice is saved in this browser.

Privacy Choices

Cortland Desert Ridge · Updated

Apartments near Cortland Desert Ridge.

Back to ZIP 85050 ↗

Closest rental communities in this directory, ordered by approximate straight-line distance from Cortland Desert Ridge.