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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Alameda, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alameda Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alameda area of Tempe, AZ is a Studio unit found at Hayden Terrace priced from $850. Villetta Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $868. Here are the most affordable Alameda apartments for rent in Tempe, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hayden Terrace0x1Studio,1BA$850
Villetta Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$868
Sono TempeCooper2BR,1BA$878
The Atrium1x11BR,1BA$887
Grandes CortesStudioStudio,1BA$899
Aster on UniversityS1 RStudio,1BA$899
WaterstoneStudio S1-380Studio,1BA$925
San Jose Manor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$939
Madera Point ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alameda, AZ

As of October 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alameda 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 Alameda apartment is the D1 PHPV Model at Nine20 Tempe starting at $1,099 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts on 8th | Student HousingFurnished Townhome4BR,4.5BA$0.53
Nine20 TempeD1 PHPV4BR,4BA$0.75
AgaveSaguaro3BR,2BA$1.37
Butterfield ParkTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.37
Sago GardensTownhome2BR,1BA$1.37
525-539 W Pebble Beach2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.42
Corsican2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.42
Sentry TempeSunset2BR,2BA$1.22
University ParkTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom Ensuite2BR,2BA$1.25
522 W Howe St, Unit 522522 W Howe St1BR,1BA$1.25

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Alameda, Tempe, AZ

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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Tempe. 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, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Alameda Neighborhood in Tempe, AZ

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 Alameda Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Alameda?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alameda is under $945.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alameda?

The cheapest apartment in Alameda is Villetta Apartment Homes which is listed at $868, while the average apartment in Alameda costs $2,174.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alameda?

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 158 regular apartments in Alameda 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 Alameda?

Cheap apartments in Alameda have an average cost of $972 which is $1,202 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alameda.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.