Rooms for Rent in Tempe, AZ
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Price Drop. $180 Off1 BED$1,599+2 BEDS$1,249+3 BEDS$1,385+4 BEDS$899+
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$800Base Rent$800Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$8001983 E Don Carlos Ave Unit Cozy
1983 E Don Carlos Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$980Base Rent$980Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$9801215 E Lemon St Unit Lemon L
1215 E Lemon St, Tempe, AZ 85281 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$950Base Rent$950 - $1,075Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$950 - $1,075
907 E Broadmor Dr
907 E Broadmor Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$1,045Base Rent$1,045Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,045
1368 W 14th St Unit Room 3 Full Private Bath
1368 W 14th St, Tempe, AZ 85281 -
Rent SpecialTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$775Base Rent$775 - $900Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$775 - $900
1207 E Loyola Dr
1207 E Loyola Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282 -
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$1,000Base Rent$1,000Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,000
1318 S Mitchell Dr
1318 S Mitchell Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281 -
3 BEDS, 4 BATHS$2,9951414 S Jessica Ln
1414 S Jessica Ln, Tempe, AZ 85281 -
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS$3,895687 N May St
687 N May St, Chandler, AZ 85226 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$1,1502401 E Rio Salado Pkwy
2401 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85288 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$1,1502401 E Rio Salado Pkwy
2401 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85288 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$950
2401 E Rio Salado Pkwy
2401 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85288 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$950
2401 E Rio Salado Pkwy
2401 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85288 -
1 BED$750
Manhatton
1849 E Manhatton Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282
Tempe at a Glance
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
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 510 Sq Ft $1,357 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 693 Sq Ft $1,488 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 992 Sq Ft $1,724 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,322 Sq Ft $2,383 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 2,111 Sq Ft $4,069 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Tempe
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Guadalupe 717 Sq Ft $1,311/mo
- Alameda 673 Sq Ft $1,477/mo
- South Tempe 759 Sq Ft $1,496/mo
- The Lakes 705 Sq Ft $1,538/mo
- Apache 684 Sq Ft $1,620/mo
- Downtown Tempe 703 Sq Ft $1,691/mo
- West Tempe 660 Sq Ft $1,801/mo
- North Tempe 748 Sq Ft $1,825/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Tempe $1,638/mo
- Chandler $1,741/mo
- Mesa $1,412/mo
- Gilbert $1,677/mo
- Scottsdale $1,865/mo
- Laveen $1,557/mo
- Tolleson $1,441/mo
- Phoenix $1,579/mo
- Avondale $1,410/mo
- Queen Creek $1,725/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 $1,488.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Tempe, AZ?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Tempe, AZ is $1,357.
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 $1,488.
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 $1,724.
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 $2,383.
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 $4,069.
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