Apartments for Rent in Tempe, AZ
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Paseo on University
1255 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281 -
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Price Drop. $215 Off|STUDIO$1,225+1 BED$1,290+2 BEDS$1,700+3 BEDS$2,420+
THE ACCESS
1811 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281 -
1 BED$1,800+2 BEDS$2,110+3 BEDS$2,800+
The Fredrick Tempe
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Seventyone15 McDowell
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Westmount at Downtown Tempe
615 S Hardy Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281 -
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Onnix Apartments
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Norte Town Lake
909 E Playa del Norte Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288 -
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1 Month Free|STUDIO$1,781+1 BED$1,931+2 BEDS$2,689+3 BEDS$2,817+
Aura Watermark
420 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281 -
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The Alyssa
98 South River Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288 -
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Mission Springs
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Cortland South Mountain
7017 S Priest Dr, Tempe, AZ 85283 -
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Price Drop. $350 Off|1 BED$1,277+2 BEDS$1,652+3 BEDS$1,934+
Broadstone Tempe Station
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MAA Fountainhead
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Tempe at a Glance
Tempe, AZ Apartments for Rent
Tempe, Arizona, combines city living with desert landscapes. Located in the East Valley section of metropolitan Phoenix, this vibrant city is home to Arizona State University's main campus. The skyline rises alongside Tempe Town Lake, offering residents both urban and recreational opportunities. With more than 300 days of sunshine annually and an average temperature of 77°F, Tempe delivers year-round outdoor living.
Apartments for rent in Tempe include downtown high-rises and residential neighborhood communities, with current one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,469 monthly. The comprehensive transportation network features the Valley Metro Rail, bus routes, and neighborhood circulator services, connecting residents to Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Mesa. The city offers cultural destinations like the Tempe Center for the Arts and ASU Gammage, outdoor spaces including Papago Park and Tempe Beach Park, and an active Mill Avenue district. Tempe's central location and varied housing options make it a desirable Valley destination.
Why Tempe?
- Tempe is home to Arizona State, one of the largest public universities in the country
- Tempe has multiple family-friendly events throughout the year like the Tempe Festival of the Arts
- Parks like Tempe Beach Park and Papago Park provide residents with plenty of outdoor recreation
- The Tempe Center for the Arts hosts an array of live performances while the Wells Fargo Arena presents various sporting events and concerts
- Shop ‘til you drop at Tempe’s vast retail centers like Arizona Mills and Tempe Marketplace
Renting in Tempe
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 541 Sq Ft $1,375 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 693 Sq Ft $1,486 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 997 Sq Ft $1,751 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,311 Sq Ft $2,332 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 2,111 Sq Ft $4,840 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Tempe
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Lindon Park 539 Sq Ft $1,084/mo
- Palmcroft Manor 639 Sq Ft $1,239/mo
- Oaks 530 Sq Ft $1,240/mo
- Broadmor 656 Sq Ft $1,248/mo
- Bar Ranchos 577 Sq Ft $1,250/mo
- University Estates 623 Sq Ft $1,270/mo
- Broadmor Manor 639 Sq Ft $1,284/mo
- University Shadows 605 Sq Ft $1,299/mo
- Guadalupe 699 Sq Ft $1,314/mo
- Papago Manor 596 Sq Ft $1,357/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Tempe $1,636/mo
- Chandler $1,741/mo
- Paradise Valley $1,986/mo
- Mesa $1,465/mo
- Gilbert $1,701/mo
- Scottsdale $2,127/mo
- Tolleson $1,616/mo
- Fountain Hills $2,157/mo
- Avondale $1,469/mo
- Phoenix $1,676/mo
- Apache Junction $1,246/mo
- Maricopa $1,470/mo
- Queen Creek $1,667/mo
- Cave Creek $1,785/mo
- Litchfield Park $1,393/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Tempe, AZ
What are the average rent costs in Tempe, AZ?
The average rent in Tempe, AZ is $1,486.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Tempe, AZ?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Tempe, AZ is $1,375.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Tempe, AZ?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Tempe, AZ is $1,486.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Tempe, AZ?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Tempe, AZ is $1,751.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Tempe, AZ?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Tempe, AZ is $2,332.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Tempe, AZ?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Tempe, AZ is $4,840.
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