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  1. Building Photo - Nexa
    Good Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,374+
    1 BED
    $1,519+
    2 BEDS
    $2,317+
    3 BEDS
    $3,402+

    Nexa

    1205-1221 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  5. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    STUDIO
    $1,224+
    1 BED
    $1,587+
    2 BEDS
    $2,214+
    3 BEDS
    $3,420+

    Northbend

    906 N Miller Rd, Tempe, AZ 85288
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  6. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    STUDIO
    $1,596+
    1 BED
    $1,594+
    2 BEDS
    $2,293+

    Smith & Rio

    1979 E Rio Salado Pky, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  7. $489 Off
    Price Drop. $489 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,185+
    1 BED
    $1,260+
    2 BEDS
    $1,780+
    3 BEDS
    $2,365+

    THE ACCESS

    1811 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  13. Exceptional Value
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    1 BED
    $1,305+
    2 BEDS
    $1,479+
    3 BEDS
    $2,044+

    909 West

    909 W Grove Pky, Tempe, AZ 85283
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  17. $210 Off
    Price Drop. $210 Off
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    STUDIO
    $999+
    1 BED
    $999+
    2 BEDS
    $1,295+

    Willow Creek

    2020 E Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282
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  19. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    STUDIO
    $1,256+
    1 BED
    $1,155+
    2 BEDS
    $1,194+
    3 BEDS
    $1,661+

    Agave

    1718 S Jentilly Ln, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  22. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
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    1 BED
    $1,295+
    2 BEDS
    $1,255+
    3 BEDS
    $1,955+

    505 West

    505 W Baseline Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283
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  24. Good Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,692+
    1 BED
    $1,727+
    2 BEDS
    $2,547+
    3 BEDS
    $3,832+

    SALT

    260 E Rio Salado Pky, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  31. $423 Off
    Price Drop. $423 Off
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    1 BED
    $1,592+
    2 BEDS
    $1,813+
    3 BEDS
    $2,865+

    Harper

    4690 S Lakeshore Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282
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  32. Good Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,392+
    1 BED
    $1,510+
    2 BEDS
    $2,358+
    3 BEDS
    $3,330+

    The Cameron

    2062 E Cameron Way, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  34. $216 Off
    Price Drop. $216 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,590+
    1 BED
    $1,827+
    2 BEDS
    $2,491+
    3 BEDS
    $3,073+

    Aura Watermark

    420 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  35. $243 Off
    Price Drop. $243 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,437+
    1 BED
    $1,487+
    2 BEDS
    $2,206+
    3 BEDS
    $3,042+

    The Aubrey

    1003 W Washington St, Tempe, AZ 85288
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  38. $439 Off
    Price Drop. $439 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,534+
    1 BED
    $1,636+
    2 BEDS
    $2,501+
    3 BEDS
    $4,342+

    The Alyssa

    98 South River Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288
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  39. $521 Off
    Price Drop. $521 Off
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    1 BED
    $1,599+
    2 BEDS
    $2,299+
    3 BEDS
    $3,500+

    Blue Eastline

    2058 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  40. $139 Off
    Price Drop. $139 Off
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    STUDIO
    $981+
    1 BED
    $1,159+
    2 BEDS
    $1,175+

    Sono Tempe

    4130 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282
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Tempe at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,481
(All bedrooms and property types)
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Average Rent in Tempe
5

School Rating

out of 10 Rating
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Schools in Tempe
46

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
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Transportation in Tempe
74

Somewhat Bikeable

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Transportation in Tempe

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

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Tempe

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Getting Around Tempe

Transportation

59

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
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

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
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

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

GreatSchools Rating
Corona Del Sol High School

Public High School

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

Public High School

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

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,519 Students
GreatSchools Rating
McClintock High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,949 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Compadre High School

Public High School

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

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
334 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Connolly Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
984 Students

Data provided by GreatSchools.org 2025 © 2025. All rights reserved.

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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 $1,481.

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

The average rent for a studio apartment in Tempe, AZ is $1,385.

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 $1,481.

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 $1,758.

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 $2,336.

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 $4,893.

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