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  1. Building Photo - The Apollo
    $300 Off
    Price Drop. $300 Off
    1 BED
    $1,779+
    2 BEDS
    $1,319+
    3 BEDS
    $1,385+
    4 BEDS
    $999+

    The Apollo

    1100 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281
    (480) 900-1722
  3. Building Photo - 1215 E Lemon St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $880
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$880
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$880

    1215 E Lemon St Unit Lemon L

    1215 E Lemon St, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  6. Building Photo - 687 N May St
    3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $3,895

    687 N May St

    687 N May St, Chandler, AZ 85226
  12. 1 BED
    $750

    Manhatton

    1849 E Manhatton Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282

Tempe at a Glance

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$1,480
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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

Renting in Tempe

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Education

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Corona Del Sol High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,598 Students
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McClintock High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,777 Students
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Tempe High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,430 Students
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McKemy Academy of International Studies

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
334 Students
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Broadmor Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
574 Students

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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 $1,480.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Tempe, AZ?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Tempe, AZ is $1,345.

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 $1,480.

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 $1,720.

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 $2,369.

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 $4,145.

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