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University Pointe Apartments
919 E Lemon StTempe, AZ 85281
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Emerson Park
1701 E Don Carlos AveTempe, AZ 85281
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1701 E 8th StTempe, AZ 85281
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1500 E Broadway RdTempe, AZ 85282
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1433 S Kenneth PlTempe, AZ 85281
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1901 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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1418 S Stanley PlTempe, AZ 85281
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2020 E Broadway RdTempe, AZ 85282
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1249 E Spence AveTempe, AZ 85281
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1850 E Hayden LnTempe, AZ 85281
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1975 E University DrTempe, AZ 85281
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University Heights, Tempe, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights Studio Apartments | $1,628 | $898 | $4,917 |
| University Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $999 | $4,476 |
| University Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,088 | $950 | $5,567 |
| University Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $840 | $4,945 |
| University Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $650 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at University Pointe Apartments priced from $898. The Willowbrook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Pointe Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $898 |
| The Willowbrook Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Emerson Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Onnix Apartments | Cobalt A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,056 |
| Murietta at ASU | One Bed One Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Alegre Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| 1433 S Kenneth Pl | Two Bedroom/One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Vue Nineteen 01 | One Bedroom - UTILITIES INCLUDED | 1BR,1BA | $1,102 |
| University Valley Apartments | Private Studio: Fall 2025 PRE-Lease APPLY NOW! ... | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, AZ
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $0.53 price per square foot Furnished Townhome Model at Lofts on 8th | Student Housing in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the Saguaro Model at Agave starting at $1,924 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Lofts on 8th | Student Housing | Furnished Townhome | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.53 |
| Agave | Saguaro | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Murietta at ASU | Three Bed Two Bath - C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Nine20 Tempe | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| La Paloma Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| The Heights on Lemon | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Hayden Terrace | 2x1 Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Gateway at Tempe | 2x2 L Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Cape Cod Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| The Willowbrook Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Heights is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Heights?
The cheapest apartment in University Heights is The Willowbrook Apartments which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in University Heights costs $1,742.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 282 regular apartments in University Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University Heights?
Cheap apartments in University Heights have an average cost of $625 which is $1,117 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Heights.
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