
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Lakes Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $800 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Lakes area of Tempe.


3705 S Terrace Rd, Unit Ensuite

Eastridge Apartments

Nines at Lakeside

Lakeview at the Bay

Mercury on Mill

Sofia Apartments

1206 E Redfield Rd

3300 S Terrace Rd

200 E Southern Ave

1522 E Southern Ave, Unit 1A
The Lakes, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Lakes?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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The Lakes Studio Apartments | $1,676 | $887 | $3,240 |
The Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $1,012 | $4,083 |
The Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,898 | $1,147 | $4,765 |
The Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,439 | $1,875 | $5,427 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Lakes Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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Cheapest Available The Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Lakes area of Tempe, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sentry Tempe priced from $929. Avana Tempe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $986. Here are the most affordable The Lakes apartments for rent in Tempe, AZ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sentry Tempe | Kona | Studio,1BA | $929 |
Avana Tempe | Studio - Sophisticated | Studio,1BA | $986 |
Tempe Park Place | Horizon | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Eastridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,065 |
505 West | Rillito | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Lakes, AZ
As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Lakes area is the $1.52 price per square foot Palm - Renovated Lakeview Model at Nines at Lakeside in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value The Lakes apartment is the Colorado Model at 505 West starting at $1,890 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Nines at Lakeside | Palm - Renovated Lakeview | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
505 West | Colorado | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
The Enclave Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
Lakeview at the Bay | San Marcos | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
San Palmilla | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
The Lennox at Tempe | 2x2 R | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
La Estancia Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Sofia Apartments | The Bronte (2x1) | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
909 West | The Havasu - Premium Plus | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Tempe Park Place | Horizon | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe Lakes, Tempe, AZ
Ranked #38
Among neighborhoods in Tempe, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in The Lakes, Tempe, AZ
Marcos De Niza High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Central Tempe. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the The Lakes Neighborhood in Tempe, AZ
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
40 / 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 The Lakes Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Lakes?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Lakes is at Avana Tempe listed at $939.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Lakes Apartment is $927 at Sentry Tempe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Lakes is starting from $1,175 at Sono Tempe.
What is the most affordable The Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 505 West and starts from $1,875.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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