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555 N College Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
(623) 263-8760
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VELA Apartments

555 N College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281
(623) 263-8760
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Student Housing
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,640–$3,999Available Unit Pricing
  • 543–2,114Square Feet

Rent Specials

8 Weeks Free!*~~*Limited time only, restrictions apply. Call for more details.

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About VELA Apartments

Vela luxury apartment homes is surrounded by the beautiful waters of Tempe Town Lake where you can enjoy the most remarkable urban waterfront experience. We are just steps away from sophisticated dining and vibrant beach lifestyle living. Vela offers brand new studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom luxury apartments for rent. One of the most enticing amenity is our ground-level pool and deck with an unobstructed view of the lake, the marina, and the beautiful surrounding area. Vela is an 21 and over community.

VELA Apartments is located in the North Tempe Neighborhood and 85281 Zip code of Tempe, AZ. This community is professionally managed by Asset Living

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

VELA Apartments offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,640 and having 543–2,114 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    From $1,640

    Floorplan e1

    Studio, 1 Bath, 543 sq ftCheapest StudioThis is the cheapest Studio at this PropertyAvailable Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,645Available Now3015543
    $1,640Available Now3017543
    $1,650Available Now4025543

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,640 - $1,650

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $1,640 - $1,650

    Unit 3015 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 3015 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,645

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,640 - $1,650

    Unit 3017 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 3017 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,640

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,640 - $1,650

    Unit 4025 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 4025 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,650

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,640 - $1,650

    From $1,686

    Floorplan e1g

    Studio, 1 Bath, 574 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,686Available Now2009574
    $1,686Available Now3012574

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,686

    Unit 2009 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 2009 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,686

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,686

    Unit 3012 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 3012 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,686

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,686

    Floorplan e1h

    Studio, 1 Bath, 594 sq ftLargest StudioThis is the largest Studio at this Property 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailablee1h594 sq ft

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    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available
    Show Unavailable Floorplans

  • 1 Bedroom

    $1,721

    Floorplan a2

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 719 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,721Available Now3020719

    Unit 3020 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 3020 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,721

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,721

    From $1,748

    Floorplan a1

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 693 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,806Available Now1044693
    $1,773Available Now2006693
    $1,818Available Now2031693

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,748 - $1,863

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $1,773 - $1,818

    Unit 1044 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 1044 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,806

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,748 - $1,863

    Unit 2006 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 2006 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,773

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,748 - $1,863

    Unit 2031 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 2031 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,818

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,748 - $1,863

    From $1,799

    Floorplan a1f

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 739 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,799Available Now2041739
    $1,847Available Now4042739

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,799 - $1,847

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $1,799 - $1,847

    Unit 2041 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 2041 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,799

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,799 - $1,847

    Unit 4042 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 4042 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,847

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,799 - $1,847

    From $1,826

    Floorplan a3

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 753 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,836Available Now1060753
    $1,826Available Now1064753
    $1,886 January 17, 20251014753

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,826 - $1,886

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $1,826 - $1,886

    Unit 1060 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 1060 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,836

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,826 - $1,886

    Unit 1064 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 1064 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,826

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,826 - $1,886

    Unit 1014 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 1014 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,886

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,826 - $1,886

    $1,830

    Floorplan a5

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable Dec 27

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,830 December 27, 20242070900

    Unit 2070 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 2070 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,830

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,830

    $1,713

    Floorplan a2a

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 695 sq ftCheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable January 8, 2025

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,713 January 8, 20251035695

    Unit 1035 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 1035 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,713

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,713

    Floorplan a2c

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 708 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailablea2c708 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan a3n

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 736 sq ft 

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailablea3n736 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan a3q

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 746 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailablea3q746 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan a3j

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 775 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailablea3j775 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan a6

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 897 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailablea6897 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan a3k

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 900 sq ft 

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailablea3k900 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan a4

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 905 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailablea4905 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan a4b

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 927 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailablea4b927 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan a4c

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 938 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailablea4c938 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available
    Show Unavailable Floorplans

  • 2 Bedrooms

    From $2,287

    Floorplan b4

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1206 sq ftCheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,337Available Now40321206
    $2,327 December 30, 202430231206
    $2,287 February 1, 202510381206

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,287 - $2,387

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $2,287 - $2,337

    Unit 4032 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 4032 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,337

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,287 - $2,387

    Unit 3023 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 3023 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,327

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,287 - $2,387

    Unit 1038 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 1038 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,287

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,287 - $2,387

    From $2,388

    Floorplan b1

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1087 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,388Available Now10041087
    $2,699Available Now30241087
    $2,733Available Now30281087

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,388 - $2,768

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $2,388 - $2,733

    Unit 1004 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 1004 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,388

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,388 - $2,768

    Unit 3024 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 3024 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,699

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,388 - $2,768

    Unit 3028 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 3028 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,733

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,388 - $2,768

    From $2,712

    Floorplan b5

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1286 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,712Available Now20221286
    $2,712Available Now30221286
    $2,747Available Now40221286

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,712 - $2,747

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $2,712 - $2,747

    Unit 2022 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 2022 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,712

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,712 - $2,747

    Unit 3022 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 3022 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,712

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,712 - $2,747

    Unit 4022 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 4022 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,747

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,712 - $2,747

    $2,723

    Floorplan b1f

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1090 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,723Available Now20261090

    Unit 2026 Amenities and Features

    Services

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 2026 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,723

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,723

    $3,999

    Floorplan b6

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 2114 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,999Available Now10332114

    Unit 1033 Amenities and Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Unit 1033 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,999

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,999

    Floorplan b1p

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1119 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailableb1p1119 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan b1j

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1128 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailableb1j1128 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan b1m

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1129 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailableb1m1129 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan b2a

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1143 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailableb2a1143 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan b2

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1149 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailableb21149 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan b2d

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1169 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailableb2d1169 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan b4a

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1170 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailableb4a1170 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan b2b

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1176 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailableb2b1176 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available

    Floorplan b3

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1182 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailableb31182 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Furnished Units Available
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 1 month, 2 months, 3 months, 4 months, 5 months, 6 months, 7 months, 8 months, 9 months, 10 months, 11 months, 12 months, 13 months, 14 months, 15 months, 24 months
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Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • Cats Allowed
  • $150 Fee
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $45 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 100 Lb Weight Limit
  • $150 Deposit

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • Dogs Allowed
  • $150 Fee
  • 100 Lb Weight Limit
  • $150 Deposit
  • $45 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit
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Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $200 Admin Fee
  • $50 Application Fee

3D Tours

Clubhouse
Wellness Center
Resident Lounge
1BR, 1BA - 900 SF
2BR, 2BA - 1286 SF
RESIDENT LOUNGE
2BR, 2BA - 1,087SF
1BR, 1BA - 693SF
1BR, 1BA - 900 SF
2BR, 2BA - 1,190 SF

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • EV Charging
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Resident Perks and Exclusive Offers

On-Site Services

  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Maintenance On Site
  • Package Service
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Car Charging Station
  • Guest Apartment
  • 24 Hour Access

Community Features

  • Lounge
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Dock
  • Waterfront
  • Lake Access
  • Courtyard
  • Cabana
  • Picnic Area
  • Controlled Access
  • Deck
  • Patio

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Storage Space
  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Tub/Shower
  • Cable Ready
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Disposal
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen
  • Granite Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Linen Closet
  • Views
  • Window Coverings
  • Hardwood Floors

Student Features

  • Shuttle To Campus
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555 N College Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
(623) 263-8760
Monday9:30 am–5:30 pm
Tuesday9:30 am–6:30 pm
Wednesday9:30 am–5:30 pm
Thursday9:30 am–5:30 pm
Friday9:30 am–5:30 pm
Saturday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed
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Getting Around

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

83 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

63 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about VELA Apartments

Where is VELA Apartments located?

VELA Apartments is located at 555 N College Ave near the North Tempe area of Tempe, AZ

What is the current rent range at VELA Apartments?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at VELA Apartments currently range from $1,640 to $3,999

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for VELA Apartments are
  • Monday 9:30 am–5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 9:30 am–6:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9:30 am–5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am–5:30 pm
  • Friday 9:30 am–5:30 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Pets are allowed at VELA Apartments. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at VELA Apartments is: 8 Weeks Free!*~~*Limited time only, restrictions apply. Call for more details..

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The VELA Apartments Apartments are 4.77% cheaper than the average apartment in the North Tempe area, and 5.57% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the North Tempe Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,640$1,637+$30.2%
    1 Bedroom$1,713$1,854-$141-7.6%
    2 Bedroom$2,287$2,456-$169-6.9%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Tempe

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,640$1,537+$1036.7%
    1 Bedroom$1,713$1,732-$19-1.1%
    2 Bedroom$2,287$2,059+$22811.1%

    Methodology: On 12/26/2024, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 140 other apartment communities in the immediate area around VELA Apartments (North Tempe), and 1307 other apartment communities in Tempe using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 12/26/2024

  • Active Lifestyle 3.8

    From fitness centers to pools to putting greens, Active Lifestyle apartments feature local listings with the most amenities that support an always active lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.8-star Active Lifestyle rating is based on the following features:

    • Dock
    • Waterfront Community
    • Lake Access
    • Walking/Biking Trails
    • Swimming Pool(s)
    • Fitness Center
    • Picnic Area
    • Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
    • Storage Spaces
    • Patios

  • Pet Friendly 3.2

    Top Pet Friendly apartments have specified that they accept pets and feature a number pet friendly amenities for renters with furry friends.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.2-star Pet Friendly rating is based on the following features:

    • Hardwood Floors
    • Lake Access
    • Balconies
    • Cats Allowed
    • Courtyard
    • Heating
    • Air Conditioning
    • Deck(s)
    • Patios
    • Walking/Biking Trails

  • Family Friendly 3.2

    Family Friendly apartments feature the best community amenities for larger families like larger floorplans, playgrounds and day care options.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.2-star Family Friendly rating is based on the following features:

    • Lake Access
    • Fitness Center
    • Walking/Biking Trails
    • Hardwood Floors
    • Controlled Gate Access
    • Washer/Dryer In Unit
    • Dry Cleaning Service
    • Maintenance on site
    • Package Service
    • Swimming Pool(s)
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Dishwashers
    • Patios
    • Property Manager on Site
    • Guest Apartments
    • 24 Hour Access
    • Lounge
    • Grill(s)
    • Dock
    • Courtyard
    • Cabana(s)
    • Picnic Area
    • Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
    • Balconies
    • Storage Spaces
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • Tub/Showers
    • Air Conditioning
    • Disposals
    • Freezers
    • Ice Makers
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.7
20 Renters Reviews
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  • No budget for Security; Run, Don't Walk Away

    February 11, 2024
    Do not move here. Let me succinctly tell you why: 1) There's a pool alarm that goes off 3-4x a week in the middle of the night waking everyone up. Management wants to fix it but told me they don't have the budget to lock the gate at midnight and stop the alarm. 2) I know of at least 8 car burglaries in the past two months - windows smashing. No one feels safe. 3) I've seen my neighbors being hauled out in handcuffs and sent to jail. 4) Homeless sleep next to the property regularly and we don't ...
    have the budget for real security they say. I loved living here before but I'm tired of hearing "I can't fix it" when it comes to safety.
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  • STAY AWAY!!!

    February 1, 2024
    Absolutely HELL of an experience here. This is worth the read… Day 1: Vela gave up our apartment we paid to have held, told us to take a less desirable one or take a hike. This apartment has been the worst place I have ever stayed in, and I’ve been in 27 difference places. The upstairs renters used their patio as a poop/pee spot for their animals, which leaked down to our patio and rendered our patio a useless/uninhabitable BIOHAZARD that could easily make our dogs sick or even worse. 9 months ...
    of constant communication with management and they never solved this issue. They kicked out the upstairs renters and put in new ones. THEY DID THE SAME THING! After emailing management with plenty of proof, videos and pictures of them washing their poopy/pee balcony with chemicals down to our balcony, MANAGEMENT STILL HAS DONE NOTHING! Emailing the manager and REGIONAL MANAGER and they have done nothing but ignore me and make false promises saying they will “talk” to the tenants. This is 8 months going on 9 months now with no solution. Over 50 emails begging for something to be done and nothing. Resident events: If you have a normal job, you will never be able to attend resigned events as they only schedule them 3-5pm. The staff at this community puts in the BARE MINIMUM and calls this place “luxurious.” Along with dirty hallways, constant break-ins, stolen packages, trash NEVER being picked up on time, I have absolutely nothing good to say about this community. Paying a few hundred dollars a month in amenity fees for WHAT? Broken gym equipment, no cleaning supplies ever in the gym, gross facilities, hot tubs full of foam and chemicals that can burn you, a fountain bigger than the pool? Is that necessary? Doors unlocked by key fobs always broken, elevators constantly broken, smell of weed everywhere. I can keep going on and on about how awful this place is, but I think you get the point. Management will most likely try to respond to this saying none of it happened, but I have all the emails, all the photos and videos to back up everything I’ve stated. Please stay away from this place!
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  • Run away.

    May 14, 2020
    Run away as fast as you can. I wrote out all of our problems with Vela and its staff, but it was too many characters to fit in the review. Some highlights: - It routinely takes more than a week or two for any maintenance requests to be completed. - Multiple exterior doors are frequently left open for anyone to come in and out as they please. This has been brought to the attention of the staff who say they are “trying” to fix it, but nothing has been done. This complex is absolutely not ...
    secure. - omeone threw a bunch of sauce (probably marinara, who knows) on the wall of one of the public hallways. This was left there by the staff for nearly a week. Once is was brought to their attention they simply painted over the sauce on the wall, while leaving all the residual sauce on the floor, INCLUDING THE CONTAINER THE SAUCE CAME IN. We had to contact them AGAIN to clean up the floor and the sauce container, and they didn’t clean that part up for another 36-48 hours.
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  • New Management company ruining property

    May 8, 2018
    This was an outstanding place to live. New, clean, great amenities, location, well maintained. Since Shelton Cook took over a couple months ago it’s gone immediately downhill. Maintenance is now as bad as I’ve ever seen, workout area is constantly in disarray and filthy, packages aren’t held in the office, properly is generally dirty, parking rules aren’t enforced making with cars parking wherever they want and often blocking other cars in, pet waste everywhere and a generally feeling of apathy ...
    from the staff. No longer worth the high end $ for rent. Prospective renters beware.
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  • Not so Luxury

    April 25, 2018
    I have been a resident of VELA since August 2017. I wanted to write this review to let future renters know exactly what you are getting. There are really three issues: the developers, the City of Tempe and the new management company. Each of the following points are based on fact - not opinion. I will update this review anytime with new, updated information. 1. The developers have taken over the area by VELA. They close walkways by the lake, it is noisy, lots of small bugs and ...
    driving/biking is dangerous in some cases. I most recently had to the complain to the City of Tempe about The Watermark developer closing a major walkway. The city took care of the issue, but it is clear that the developers around VELA care only about themselves. 2. Everyone who lives on the lake pays additional fees/assessments to the City of Tempe. Since the city regularly has events on the lake, they have little sympathy for those who actually live and have to get around. I have talked with numerous city officials and city council members. They are nice, but nothing gets done. 3. The new VELA management team. You expect transition issues with any new management company. However, the lack of communication to residents and the general disorganization by the property management is concerning. A good example: they changed the company that handle billing for water. No EMAIL or notification to residents, and now I have been billed for double the amount of previous months -- no resolution at the time of writing this review. Certainly you expect more for the monthly rental price.
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  • Friendly staff, very... (Verified Renter)

    April 9, 2018
    Friendly staff, very quick to respond. Very clean atmosphere. Love it. Greg is a pleasure to talk to every single day as well. I love him.
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  • First off I’m... (Verified Renter)

    April 9, 2018
    First off I’m very hard to impress because i am a clean freak and this is my complete and honest opinion ,and I’m very impressed with how clean and well maintained the property is I’ve actually told all my family and friends about how clean this place is and my family that has came over to visit and who are equally as clean as I am have been impressed. Your maintenance team has done a outstanding job.
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  • Absolutely, we the... (Verified Renter)

    January 17, 2018
    Absolutely, we the residencenter appreciate all the updates regarding the construction and between me and yall, we appreciate the compensation for everything that's affecting us like the sounds of the construction bright and early and such. The team at Vela is truly trying their very best to accommodate for any inconvenience.
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  • Alex was amazing... (Verified Renter)

    January 17, 2018
    Alex was amazing from start to finish and was the main reason I chose this property over the others near you. I will have my other co-workers ask for her personally.
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  • Obviously the property... (Verified Renter)

    January 17, 2018
    Obviously the property and amenities are beautiful. The community, including residents and staff, is very nice and everyone is friendly. We love it!
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  • Would recommend Vela... (Verified Renter)

    January 17, 2018
    Would recommend Vela because of the professional help that is given as well as the neatness and location of the community.
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  • Would recommend for... (Verified Renter)

    January 17, 2018
    Would recommend for location, amenities. Would not recommend for ongoing construction noise/traffic. People in marina are noisy and disrespectful, especially with loud cars at night.
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Nearby Schools

Tempe High School

Tempe Union High
1730 S MILL AVE
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1584 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
4/10

Cecil Shamley School

Tempe
1500 N SCOVEL ST
Public School - Grades PK-8 (549 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
3/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from VELA Apartments.

Big Box and RetailAddressDriveDistance
Target1800 E Rio Salado Pky4 min1.4 mi
Safeway926 E Broadway Rd5 min1.7 mi
Jcpenney1900 E Rio Salado Pky4 min1.5 mi
Colleges and UniversitiesAddressDriveDistance
Arizona State University - Tempe Campus1151 South Forest Avenue2 min0.9 mi
Arizona State University - The Sidney Poitier New American Film School1001 S Forest Mall3 min1.1 mi
Gateway Community College108 North 40th Street8 min4.1 mi
GroceriesAddressDriveDistance
Safeway926 E Broadway Rd5 min1.7 mi
Albertsons750 E Guadalupe Rd10 min4.8 mi
Winco Foods1363 N Arizona Ave14 min6.6 mi
HospitalsAddressDriveDistance
Banner Behavioral Health Hospital7575 East Earll Drive7 min3.5 mi
Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center7400 East Osborn Road7 min3.7 mi
Banner Desert Medical Center1400 South Dobson Road9 min4.3 mi
Military BasesAddressDriveDistance
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Air Guard Station10 min4.7 mi
Restaurants and DiningAddressDriveDistance
P.F. Chang's740 South Mill Ave.3 min1.0 mi
Bill Johnson's Big Apple3757 E. Van Buren St9 min4.3 mi
Vincent's on Camelback3930 E. Camelback Rd.14 min6.6 mi
Shopping CentersAddressDriveDistance
Novus PlaceRural Rd & University Dr2 min0.7 mi
Playa Del Norte920 E Playa Del Norte Dr1 min0.2 mi
The Cornerstone725 S Rural Rd2 min0.8 mi

VELA Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 miles.

Transit StationsAddressDriveDistance
Tempe Transportation Center-METRO Light Rail2 min0.7 mi

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BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Tempe Studio Apartments $1,537$699$3,512
Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,732$868$9,419
Tempe 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,059$990$10,000+
Tempe 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,646$875$10,000+
Tempe 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,565$740$10,000+

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