Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $800 (41 Rentals)

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San Sonoma
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

San Sonoma

9010 S Priest DrTempe, AZ 85284
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Rancho Ladera
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rancho Ladera

9605 S 48th StPhoenix, AZ 85044
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Pacific Bay Club
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Bay Club

11221 S 51st StPhoenix, AZ 85044
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The Quinn
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Quinn

5121 E La Puente AvePhoenix, AZ 85044
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South Tempe, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in South Tempe, AZ

Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the South Tempe, AZ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for South Tempe Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units

Cheapest Available South Tempe Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Tempe area of Tempe, AZ is a Studio unit found at The Mod at Mills priced from $898. The Molino Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable South Tempe apartments for rent in Tempe, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Mod at MillsS1Studio,1BA$898
The Molino ApartmentsStudio 325sqftStudio,1BA$899
Mission SpringsSaguaro - Junior One BedroomStudio,1BA$1,167
FinisterraEstrella1BR,1BA$1,186
Omnia BaselineA1P1BR,1BA$1,200
505 WestRillito1BR,1BA$1,210
Villagio Furnished1x11BR,1BA$1,214
Nines at LakesideReef Classic1BR,1BA$1,229
Tides at Park ViewB22BR,2BA$1,240
Mercury on MillReef - 2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$1,249

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Tempe, AZ

As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Tempe area is the $1.22 price per square foot 1726 W Jeanine Dr Model at 1726 W Jeanine Dr in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $3,788. The second greatest value South Tempe apartment is the San Marcos Model at Lakeview at the Bay starting at $1,484 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Tempe apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1726 W Jeanine Dr1726 W Jeanine Dr4BR,3BA$1.22
Lakeview at the BaySan Marcos2BR,2BA$1.49
San PalmillaOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$1.60
Vista SurenoTwo-Bedrooms, Two-Bathrooms (AR)2BR,2BA$1.57
Hohokam VillasPapago1BR,1BA$1.65
Tides at Park ViewB12BR,1BA$1.53
Sierra FoothillsAgave1BR,1BA$1.62
Mercury on MillReef - 2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$1.52
505 WestRillito1BR,1BA$1.63
Omnia BaselineA1P1BR,1BA$1.71

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Tempe, Tempe, AZ

Ranked #16

Among neighborhoods in Tempe, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South Tempe, Tempe, and the greater Tempe area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the South Tempe Neighborhood in Tempe, AZ

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few 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 Cheap South Tempe Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Tempe?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Tempe is at The Mod at Mills listed at $898.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Tempe Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Tempe Apartment is $1,100 at The Mod at Mills.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Tempe Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Tempe is starting from $1,240 at Tides at Park View.

What is the most affordable South Tempe Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Tempe Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carlyle at South Mountain and starts from $1,796.

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