Cheap Homes for Rent in The Lakes Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $700 (23 Rentals)

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The Lakes, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

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 $923. Eastridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here are the most affordable The Lakes apartments for rent in Tempe, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sentry TempeKonaStudio,1BA$923
Eastridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,015
Tempe Park PlaceHorizon1BR,1BA$1,020
Avana TempeStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$1,025
505 WestRillito1BR,1BA$1,110

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Lakes, AZ

As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Lakes area is the $1.49 price per square foot San Marcos Model at Lakeview at the Bay in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,484. The second greatest value The Lakes apartment is the One Bedroom/One Bath Model at San Palmilla starting at $1,495 with a $1.60 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lakeview at the BaySan Marcos2BR,2BA$1.49
San PalmillaOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$1.60
The Lennox at Tempe2x2 C2BR,2BA$1.65
Nines at LakesideBungalow - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.84
La Estancia Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$1.66
Sofia ApartmentsThe Bronte (2x1)2BR,1BA$1.46
San Marquis1X1-7971BR,1BA$1.88
909 WestThe Havasu - Premium Plus1BR,1BA$1.75
505 WestRillito1BR,1BA$1.54
Tempe Park PlaceHorizon1BR,1BA$1.62

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Lakes

What type of rentals are currently available in The Lakes?

There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in The Lakes, AZ with pricing that ranges from $923 to $5,597. There are also 117 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Lakes ranging from $750 to $7,999.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Lakes?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Lakes ranges from $750 to $7,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,653.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in The Lakes?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in The Lakes range from $1,775 to $5,597, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,599 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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