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  1. Building Photo - Smith & Rio
    $265 Off
    Price Drop. $265 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,648+
    1 BED
    $1,681+
    2 BEDS
    $2,099+

    Smith & Rio

    1979 E Rio Salado Pky, Tempe, AZ 85281
    (623) 526-1496
  2. Interior Photo - Northbend
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $1,612+
    2 BEDS
    $2,017+
    3 BEDS
    $3,002+

    Northbend

    906 N Miller Rd, Tempe, AZ 85288
    (623) 263-2847
  4. $326 Off
    Price Drop. $326 Off
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    2 BEDS
    $2,498+
    3 BEDS
    $3,699+

    West 6th

    115 W 6th St, Tempe, AZ 85281
    (623) 400-6058
  8. $425 Off
    Price Drop. $425 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,596+
    1 BED
    $1,758+
    2 BEDS
    $2,104+
    3 BEDS
    $2,695+

    The Aubrey

    1003 W Washington St, Tempe, AZ 85288
    (623) 404-8922
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Tempe at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,464
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School Rating

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46

Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Tempe, AZ Apartments for Rent

Tempe is home to the main campus of Arizona State University, one of the largest public universities by enrollment in the United States, creating a lively college town atmosphere along the Salt River. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Tempe, you'll discover budget-friendly options that work perfectly for students and young professionals alike, with average one-bedroom rents around $1,458 and recent decreases of 3.1% making now a great time to find your next home.

Renting in Tempe gives you amazing bang for your buck with easy access to both city perks and outdoor fun. The walkable Mill Avenue district serves up shops, restaurants, and nightlife, while Tempe Town Lake lets you kayak and enjoy waterfront activities just minutes from most apartment communities. Valley Metro Light Rail connects you throughout the Phoenix area for simple commuting, and being close to major employers like ASU and local tech companies means plenty of job opportunities. Popular neighborhoods like Maple-Ash and Riverside offer different housing styles, from modern high-rises near downtown to more suburban apartment communities with desert landscaping and resort-style amenities.

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

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Getting Around Tempe

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
74

Very Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
46

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Corona Del Sol High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,733 Students
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McClintock High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,949 Students
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Tempe High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,584 Students
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Marcos De Niza High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,519 Students
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Compadre High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
0 Students
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McKemy Academy of International Studies

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
334 Students
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Connolly Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
984 Students
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Broadmor Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
598 Students
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Fuller Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
517 Students

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