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- Student Housing
- Studio–2 Bedrooms
- $1,303-$2,524
- 543–2,114Square Feet
Rent Specials
Up to 10 Weeks FREE! *Restrictions Apply.
About Vela at Tempe Town Lake
Welcome to Vela at Tempe Town Lake, where modern living meets serene lakeside views. Located just steps away from Tempe Town Lake, our community offers a variety of spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom homes designed to fit your lifestyle. Enjoy thoughtfully curated interiors with modern finishes, alongside an array of spa-inspired amenities that elevate your living experience. Whether you're looking to relax by the pool, unwind in our state-of-the-art fitness center, or explore the vibrant Tempe neighborhood, Vela provides the perfect place to call home.
Vela at Tempe Town Lake is located in the North Tempe Neighborhood and 85281 Zip code of Tempe, AZ. This community is professionally managed by RPM
Unique Features and Amenities
- 10-Foot Ceilings
- Beautiful Lakefront Views
- Convenient Package Lockers
- Custom Built-Ins
- Designer color schemes
- Earn With Airbnb
- Easy Access to Tempe Town Lake Beach & Amenities
- EV Chargers
- Full Sized Washer & Dryer in Apartment
- Gourmet Kitchens
- Hardwood Style Flooring
- Kitchen Prep Island with Pendant Lighting
- Minutes To Downtown Tempe
- Oversized Bedrooms
- Plush Outdoor Seating with Gas Fire Pits
- Pool with Spa Cabanas
- Private Balconies Overlooking Tempe Town Lake
- Private Storage Units
- Spa Bathrooms with Soaking Tubs
- Spacious walk-in closets
- Spectacular Views
- Split Master Floor Plans
- Usb Charging Outlets
Property Contact Info
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
Vela at Tempe Town Lake offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,294 and having 543–2,114 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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Junior One Bedroom
From $1,294
Studio, 1 Bath, 543-594 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable NowModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,303 Available Now 4017 543 $1,454 Available Now 1019 543 $1,444 Available Now 3001 543 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,288 - $3,282
Current Available Pricing
- $1,303 - $1,454
Unit 4017 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,303
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,288 - $3,282
Unit 1019 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,454
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,288 - $3,282
Unit 3001 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,444
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,288 - $3,282
Apartment Model: Junior One BedroomFrom $1,288Studio, 1 Bath, 543-594 sq ftAvailable NowFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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Junior One Bedroom - Floorplan 1 Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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Junior One Bedroom - Floorplan 2 Apartment Unit: 4017Apartment Model: Junior One Bedroom$1,303Studio, 1 Bath, 543 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 1019Apartment Model: Junior One Bedroom$1,454Studio, 1 Bath, 543 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 3001Apartment Model: Junior One Bedroom$1,444Studio, 1 Bath, 543 sq ftAvailable Now1 Bedroom
Show Unavailable FloorplansFloorplan A3
From $1,820
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 736-900 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable Mar 25Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,900 March 25, 2026 2051 900 $1,820 March 27, 2026 1029 753 $1,825 April 9, 2026 1014 753 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,820 - $3,813
Current Available Pricing
- $1,820 - $1,900
Unit 2051 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,900
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,820 - $3,813
Unit 1029 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,820
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,820 - $3,813
Unit 1014 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,825
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,820 - $3,813
Apartment Model: A3From $1,8201 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 736-900 sq ftAvailable March 25, 2026Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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A3 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 2051Apartment Model: A3$1,9001 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable March 25, 2026Apartment Unit: 1029Apartment Model: A3$1,8201 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 753 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Apartment Unit: 1014Apartment Model: A3$1,8251 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 753 sq ftAvailable April 9, 2026Floorplan A1
From $1,615
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 693-739 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable Mar 27Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,665 March 27, 2026 1011 693 $1,615 March 27, 2026 1012 693 $1,665 March 27, 2026 1040 693 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,615 - $3,663
Current Available Pricing
- $1,615 - $1,665
Unit 1011 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,665
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,615 - $3,663
Unit 1012 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,615
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,615 - $3,663
Unit 1040 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,665
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,615 - $3,663
Apartment Model: A1From $1,6151 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 693-739 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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A1 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 1011Apartment Model: A1$1,6651 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 693 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Apartment Unit: 1012Apartment Model: A1$1,6151 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 693 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Apartment Unit: 1040Apartment Model: A1$1,6651 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 693 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Floorplan A5
From $1,770
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable Mar 27Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,770 March 27, 2026 2072 900 $1,774 May 10, 2026 2066 900 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,770 - $3,628
Current Available Pricing
- $1,770 - $1,774
Unit 2072 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,770
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,770 - $3,628
Unit 2066 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,774
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,770 - $3,628
Apartment Model: A5From $1,7701 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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A5 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 2072Apartment Model: A5$1,7701 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Apartment Unit: 2066Apartment Model: A5$1,7741 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable May 10, 2026Floorplan A4
From $2,080
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 938 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable Apr 1Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,130 April 1, 2026 5004 938 $2,080 April 28, 2026 4057 938 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,080 - $3,900
Current Available Pricing
- $2,080 - $2,130
Unit 5004 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $2,130
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,080 - $3,900
Unit 4057 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $2,080
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,080 - $3,900
Apartment Model: A4From $2,0801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 938 sq ftAvailable April 1, 2026Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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A4 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 5004Apartment Model: A4$2,1301 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 938 sq ftAvailable April 1, 2026Apartment Unit: 4057Apartment Model: A4$2,0801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 938 sq ftAvailable April 28, 2026Floorplan A2
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 695 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,999 Available Now 1035 695 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unit 1035 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,999
Model Lease Information
Price
- Call For Rates
Apartment Model: A2Call For Rates1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 695 sq ftFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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A2 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 1035Apartment Model: 1 Bed, 1 bath$1,9991 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 695 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplan A6
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 897 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability A6 897 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Apartment Model: A6Call For Rates1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 897 sq ftUnavailableFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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A6 - Floorplan 1 2 Bedrooms
Show Unavailable FloorplansFloorplan B1
From $2,143
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1087-1090 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable Mar 27Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,143 March 27, 2026 1013 1087 $2,426 March 27, 2026 2024 1090 $2,467 March 27, 2026 4062 1090 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,143 - $4,133
Current Available Pricing
- $2,143 - $2,467
Unit 1013 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $2,143
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,143 - $4,133
Unit 2024 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $2,426
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,143 - $4,133
Unit 4062 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $2,467
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,143 - $4,133
Apartment Model: B1From $2,1432 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1087-1090 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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B1 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 1013Apartment Model: B1$2,1432 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1087 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Apartment Unit: 2024Apartment Model: B1$2,4262 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1090 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Apartment Unit: 4062Apartment Model: B1$2,4672 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1090 sq ftAvailable March 27, 2026Floorplan B4
From $1,919
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1170-1206 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable May 2Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,919 May 2, 2026 2055 1170 $1,999 May 7, 2026 2032 1206 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,919 - $3,499
Current Available Pricing
- $1,919 - $1,999
Unit 2055 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,919
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,919 - $3,499
Unit 2032 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,999
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,919 - $3,499
Apartment Model: B4From $1,9192 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1170-1206 sq ftAvailable May 2, 2026Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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B4 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 2055Apartment Model: B4$1,9192 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1170 sq ftAvailable May 2, 2026Apartment Unit: 2032Apartment Model: B4$1,9992 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1206 sq ftAvailable May 7, 2026Floorplan B2
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1176 sq ftModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability B2 1176 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Apartment Model: B2Call For Rates2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1176 sq ftUnavailableFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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B2 - Floorplan 1 Floorplan B3
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1182 sq ftModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability B3 1182 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Apartment Model: B3Call For Rates2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1182 sq ftUnavailableFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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B3 - Floorplan 1 Floorplan B5
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1286 sq ftModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability B5 1286 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Apartment Model: B5Call For Rates2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1286 sq ftUnavailableFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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B5 - Floorplan 1 Floorplan B6
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 2114 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability B6 2114 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Apartment Model: B6Call For Rates2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2114 sq ftUnavailableFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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B6 - Floorplan 1
Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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Clubhouse
Wellness Center
Resident Lounge
1BR, 1BA - 900 SF
2BR, 2BA - 1286 SF
RESIDENT LOUNGE
2BR, 2BA - 1,087SF
1BR, 1BA - 693SF
Property Information
- 290 Units
- 5 Stories
- Built in 2016
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Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50
- Application FeeiAdministrative processing fee to cover lease preparation. Charged Per Applicant.$55
- Admin FeeiFee to process rental application and background check Charged per unit.$250
- Due at Move-In
- Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$200
Utilities
- Stormwater / Drainage Admin FeeiManagement of community stormwater drainage and runoff infrastructure Charged Per Unit.$1/mo
- Pest Control ServicesiRegular pest prevention and treatment services. Charged Per Unit.$2/mo
- Trash Services - DoorstepiFee for doorstep trash and recycle pickup service. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
- ParkingiFee for reserved or designated parking space use and maintenance Charged per unit.Varies/mo
- Common Area UtilitiesiShared utility costs in community common areas. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
- Gas AdminiAdministrative costs for managing gas service billing, distribution, and related expenses for your apartment home. Charged per unit.$6/mo
Other Fees and Policies
Personal Add-Ons
- Amenity / Clubhouse Rental Deposit (Refundable)iRefundable deposit for potential damages during a clubhouse rental. Charged Per Unit.$250/per occurrence
- Amenity / Clubhouse Rental FeeiFee for reserving the community clubhouse for events or gatherings. Charged Per Unit.$50/per occurrence
- Pet FeeiFee for allowing pets in the home. Charged Per Pet.$400
- Pet FeeiPet Fee Charged Per Pet.Varies
- Parking EV ChargingiFee for on-site electric vehicle charging access. Charged Per Unit.Varies
- Storage Space RentaliFee for an on-site storage unit. Charged Per Unit.Varies
- Pet Rentimonthly charge for keeping a pet in the home. Charged Per Pet.$45/mo
- Rent Payment Credit Building ServiceiBuild credit by paying rent on time while gaining access to personalized budgeting tools and financial education resources. Charged per unit.$8-$14/mo
Situational Fees
- Utility - Non-transferred Utility FeeiCharge for utility costs not moved to residents name. Charged Per Unit.Varies/per occurrence
- Access Device ReplacementiCharge to replace lost or damaged key, fob, or remote. Charged Per Unit.$75/per occurrence
- Legal / Eviction FeeiCosts associated with an eviction proceeding. Charged Per Unit.Varies/per occurrence
- Late Fee (Flat)iPenalty for rent or fee payments made after the due date. Charged Per Unit.$75/per occurrence
- Lease ViolationiFee for non-compliance with lease terms or community policies. Charged Per Unit.Varies/per occurrence
- NSF Tenant FeeiNSF Tenant Fee Charged Per Unit.$75/per occurrence
- Security Deposit (Refundable)iRefundable deposit covering potential damages and unpaid rent per lease terms. Charged Per Unit.$500-$1250
- Pet / Animal Lease ViolationiFee issued for unauthorized pets or violations of pet policy. Charged Per Pet.Varies
- Insufficient Move-out Notice FeeiCharge for not providing proper advance notice before move-out. Charged Per Unit.Varies
- Intra-Community Transfer FeeiCharge for transferring to another home within the same community. Charged Per Unit.$500
- Utility - Vacant Cost RecoveryiUtility costs incurred while the unit was unoccupied. Charged Per Unit.Varies
- Concession RepaymentiTenant repayment of rent discounts if lease terms are not met. Charged Per Unit.Varies/per occurrence
- Early Lease Termination / BuyoutiBuyout for ending lease agreement before its scheduled end date. Charged Per Unit.Varies/per occurrence
- Renter Liability - Third PartyiExpense related to required liability coverage through a third-party provider. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
- Security Deposit AlternativeiAlternative to a standard security deposit typically issued through a surety bond. Charged per unit.$20-$35/mo
- Utility - ElectriciCost of electricity usage for your apartment. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
- Utility - GasiCost of gas usage for your apartment. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
- Utility - Stormwater / DrainageiLocal stormwater management and drainage system fee. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
- Utility - Water / SeweriWater usage and wastewater removal costs. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
Parking Fees
- Parking - ReservediFee for a designated parking spot on-site. Charged Per Vehicle.$75/mo
- Parking
Other
Additional Parking Options
Pet Policy and Fees
Cats
None
Comments: | Restrictions: None
Dogs
None
Comments: | Restrictions: None
Others
AllowedStorage
- Storage Unit
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Features and Amenities
On-Site Services
- Car Charging Station
Community Features
- Elevator
Outdoor Features
- Cabana
- Waterfront
- Deck
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Pool
Interior Features
- Balcony
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
Living Area Features
- Walk In Closets
Map
555 N College Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
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Hours and Contact Info
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| Monday | 9:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am–5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Sunday | 10:00 am–4:00 pm |
Frequently Asked Questions about Vela at Tempe Town Lake
Where is Vela at Tempe Town Lake located?
Vela at Tempe Town Lake is located at 555 N College Ave near the North Tempe area of Tempe, AZ
What is the current rent range at Vela at Tempe Town Lake?
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Vela at Tempe Town Lake currently range from $1,294 to $2,524
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for Vela at Tempe Town Lake are
- Monday 9:30 am–5:30 pm
- Tuesday 9:30 am–5:30 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am–5:30 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am–5:30 pm
- Friday 9:30 am–5:30 pm
- Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Sunday 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Are there any rent specials?
The current rent special at Vela at Tempe Town Lake is: Up to 10 Weeks FREE! *Restrictions Apply..
Lifestyle Ratings
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No budget for Security; Run, Don't Walk Away
February 11, 2024Do not move here. Let me succinctly tell you why: 1) There's a pool alarm that goes off 3-4x a week in the middle of the night waking everyone up. Management wants to fix it but told me they don't have the budget to lock the gate at midnight and stop the alarm. 2) I know of at least 8 car burglaries in the past two months - windows smashing. No one feels safe. 3) I've seen my neighbors being hauled out in handcuffs and sent to jail. 4) Homeless sleep next to the property regularly and we don't ...have the budget for real security they say. I loved living here before but I'm tired of hearing "I can't fix it" when it comes to safety.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
STAY AWAY!!!
February 1, 2024Absolutely HELL of an experience here. This is worth the read… Day 1: Vela gave up our apartment we paid to have held, told us to take a less desirable one or take a hike. This apartment has been the worst place I have ever stayed in, and I’ve been in 27 difference places. The upstairs renters used their patio as a poop/pee spot for their animals, which leaked down to our patio and rendered our patio a useless/uninhabitable BIOHAZARD that could easily make our dogs sick or even worse. 9 months ...of constant communication with management and they never solved this issue. They kicked out the upstairs renters and put in new ones. THEY DID THE SAME THING! After emailing management with plenty of proof, videos and pictures of them washing their poopy/pee balcony with chemicals down to our balcony, MANAGEMENT STILL HAS DONE NOTHING! Emailing the manager and REGIONAL MANAGER and they have done nothing but ignore me and make false promises saying they will “talk” to the tenants. This is 8 months going on 9 months now with no solution. Over 50 emails begging for something to be done and nothing. Resident events: If you have a normal job, you will never be able to attend resigned events as they only schedule them 3-5pm. The staff at this community puts in the BARE MINIMUM and calls this place “luxurious.” Along with dirty hallways, constant break-ins, stolen packages, trash NEVER being picked up on time, I have absolutely nothing good to say about this community. Paying a few hundred dollars a month in amenity fees for WHAT? Broken gym equipment, no cleaning supplies ever in the gym, gross facilities, hot tubs full of foam and chemicals that can burn you, a fountain bigger than the pool? Is that necessary? Doors unlocked by key fobs always broken, elevators constantly broken, smell of weed everywhere. I can keep going on and on about how awful this place is, but I think you get the point. Management will most likely try to respond to this saying none of it happened, but I have all the emails, all the photos and videos to back up everything I’ve stated. Please stay away from this place!Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Run away.
May 14, 2020Run away as fast as you can. I wrote out all of our problems with Vela and its staff, but it was too many characters to fit in the review. Some highlights: - It routinely takes more than a week or two for any maintenance requests to be completed. - Multiple exterior doors are frequently left open for anyone to come in and out as they please. This has been brought to the attention of the staff who say they are “trying” to fix it, but nothing has been done. This complex is absolutely not ...secure. - omeone threw a bunch of sauce (probably marinara, who knows) on the wall of one of the public hallways. This was left there by the staff for nearly a week. Once is was brought to their attention they simply painted over the sauce on the wall, while leaving all the residual sauce on the floor, INCLUDING THE CONTAINER THE SAUCE CAME IN. We had to contact them AGAIN to clean up the floor and the sauce container, and they didn’t clean that part up for another 36-48 hours.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
New Management company ruining property
May 8, 2018This was an outstanding place to live. New, clean, great amenities, location, well maintained. Since Shelton Cook took over a couple months ago it’s gone immediately downhill. Maintenance is now as bad as I’ve ever seen, workout area is constantly in disarray and filthy, packages aren’t held in the office, properly is generally dirty, parking rules aren’t enforced making with cars parking wherever they want and often blocking other cars in, pet waste everywhere and a generally feeling of apathy ...from the staff. No longer worth the high end $ for rent. Prospective renters beware.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Not so Luxury
April 25, 2018I have been a resident of VELA since August 2017. I wanted to write this review to let future renters know exactly what you are getting. There are really three issues: the developers, the City of Tempe and the new management company. Each of the following points are based on fact - not opinion. I will update this review anytime with new, updated information. 1. The developers have taken over the area by VELA. They close walkways by the lake, it is noisy, lots of small bugs and ...driving/biking is dangerous in some cases. I most recently had to the complain to the City of Tempe about The Watermark developer closing a major walkway. The city took care of the issue, but it is clear that the developers around VELA care only about themselves. 2. Everyone who lives on the lake pays additional fees/assessments to the City of Tempe. Since the city regularly has events on the lake, they have little sympathy for those who actually live and have to get around. I have talked with numerous city officials and city council members. They are nice, but nothing gets done. 3. The new VELA management team. You expect transition issues with any new management company. However, the lack of communication to residents and the general disorganization by the property management is concerning. A good example: they changed the company that handle billing for water. No EMAIL or notification to residents, and now I have been billed for double the amount of previous months -- no resolution at the time of writing this review. Certainly you expect more for the monthly rental price.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Friendly staff, very... (Verified Renter)
April 9, 2018Friendly staff, very quick to respond. Very clean atmosphere. Love it. Greg is a pleasure to talk to every single day as well. I love him.Review from Apartments.com
First off I’m... (Verified Renter)
April 9, 2018First off I’m very hard to impress because i am a clean freak and this is my complete and honest opinion ,and I’m very impressed with how clean and well maintained the property is I’ve actually told all my family and friends about how clean this place is and my family that has came over to visit and who are equally as clean as I am have been impressed. Your maintenance team has done a outstanding job.Review from Apartments.com
Absolutely, we the... (Verified Renter)
January 17, 2018Absolutely, we the residencenter appreciate all the updates regarding the construction and between me and yall, we appreciate the compensation for everything that's affecting us like the sounds of the construction bright and early and such. The team at Vela is truly trying their very best to accommodate for any inconvenience.Review from Apartments.com
Alex was amazing... (Verified Renter)
January 17, 2018Alex was amazing from start to finish and was the main reason I chose this property over the others near you. I will have my other co-workers ask for her personally.Review from Apartments.com
Obviously the property... (Verified Renter)
January 17, 2018Obviously the property and amenities are beautiful. The community, including residents and staff, is very nice and everyone is friendly. We love it!Review from Apartments.com
Would recommend Vela... (Verified Renter)
January 17, 2018Would recommend Vela because of the professional help that is given as well as the neatness and location of the community.Review from Apartments.com
Would recommend for... (Verified Renter)
January 17, 2018Would recommend for location, amenities. Would not recommend for ongoing construction noise/traffic. People in marina are noisy and disrespectful, especially with loud cars at night.Review from Apartments.com
Nearby Schools
Tempe High School
Tempe School District
1730 S MILL AVE
Public School - Grades 9-12 (0 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
Cecil Shamley School
Tempe School District
1500 N SCOVEL ST
Public School - Grades PK-8 (0 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Vela at Tempe Town Lake.
Big Box and Retail
Target
1800 E Rio Salado Pky
4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
Safeway
926 E Broadway Rd
4 minute drive / 1.48 miles away
Jcpenney
1900 E Rio Salado Pky
4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away
Colleges and Universities
Arizona State University - The Sidney Poitier New American Film School
1001 S Forest Mall
2 minute drive / 0.81 miles away
Groceries
Safeway
926 E Broadway Rd
4 minute drive / 1.48 miles away
Winco Foods
1363 N Arizona Ave
13 minute drive / 6.44 miles away
Aldi
1225 N Arizona Ave
13 minute drive / 6.49 miles away
Hospitals
Military Bases
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Air Guard Station
9 minute drive / 4.62 miles away
Restaurants and Dining
Shopping Centers
Vela at Tempe Town Lake has 5 shopping centers within 0.6 miles.
Transit Stations
Tempe Transportation Center-METRO Light Rail
1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempe Studio Apartments | $1,445 | $649 | $4,705 |
| Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $813 | $10,000+ |
| Tempe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,840 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| Tempe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,586 | $830 | $10,000+ |
| Tempe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $770 | $10,000+ |
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Viewing: Vela at Tempe Town Lake | Desktop Version | Listing Updated: 03/20/2026 | AHLPLA