Apartments for Rent in Tempe, AZ Under $1,200 (152 Rentals)

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The Mod at Mills

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Sofia Apartments

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Mercury on Mill

Villatree Apartments

Eastridge Apartments

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Parkside Apartments

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Tempe Vista Apartments

Axio Apartments

Emerson Square

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Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tempe?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Tempe Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,534 | $699 | $4,796 |
Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,669 | $860 | $7,194 |
Tempe 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,043 | $950 | $8,300 |
Tempe 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,547 | $840 | $9,684 |
Tempe 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,541 | $650 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Tempe, AZ
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tempe
How much are Studio apartments in Tempe?
There are currently 157 Studio Apartments in Tempe with rent ranges from $699 to $4,796 with an average price of $1,534.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Tempe Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Tempe ranges from $860 to $7,194 with an average monthly rent of $1,669.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Tempe cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Tempe range from $950 to $8,300. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,043.
How expensive are Tempe Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 199 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Tempe on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $840 to $9,684 - averaging $2,547 for the location.
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