
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alameda Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $500 (143 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Alameda area of Tempe.


Sono Tempe

1037 S Farmer Ave

Grandes Cortes

Emerson Square

Silverwood Apartments

El Diablo Apartments

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Studio 710 Apartments

University Pointe Apartments

Eastridge Apartments

1223 W University Dr

Onnix Apartments

Willow Creek

1849 E Manhatton Dr

Villatree Apartments

The Warhol
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The Rev Apartment Homes

1433 S Kenneth Pl

Spring Leaf Apartments

1219 S Farmer Ave

Lakeview at the Bay

MadEry Apartments

Paseo on University

Brix

Ascent on Spence
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Parkside Apartments

Sago Gardens

THE ACCESS

1224 S Smith Rd

906 S Farmer Ave

Emerson Park

2012 S Granada Dr

1522 E Southern Ave

1008 S Mariana St

Tempe Park Place
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Aqua Apartments

1102 S Stratton Ln

Evergreen on Hayden Lane

West 5th

The Heights on Lemon

Skye at McClintock Station

The Avi

Mercury on Mill

Nines at Lakeside

Omnia Baseline
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Alameda, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alameda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alameda Studio Apartments | $1,306 | $825 | $2,403 |
| Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $779 | $3,357 |
| Alameda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $868 | $4,950 |
| Alameda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,044 | $775 | $5,479 |
| Alameda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $695 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 143 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Alameda Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Alameda Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alameda area of Tempe, AZ is a 4 Beds unit found at SoL priced from $760. The Atrium has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Alameda apartments for rent in Tempe, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoL | 4BR/4BA - Silver | 4BR,4BA | $760 |
| The Atrium | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Avana Tempe | Studio - Sophisticated | Studio,1BA | $877 |
| Terra Vida | SA | Studio,1BA | $880 |
| The Willowbrook Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Link Apartments | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Waterstone | Studio S1-380 | Studio,1BA | $909 |
| Sono Tempe | Olsen | Studio,1BA | $918 |
| San Jose Manor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $939 |
| The Flats | E1 | Studio,1BA | $939 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alameda, AZ
As of December 23, 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 $1,079 with a $0.74 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts on 8th | Student Housing | Furnished Townhome | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.53 |
| Nine20 Tempe | D1 PHPV | 4BR,4BA | $0.74 |
| Agave | Acacia | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Corsican | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Sago Gardens | Single Story | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Station 21 | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| University Park | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Ensuite | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| The Heights on Lemon | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Del Coronado | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Willowbrook Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Alameda, Tempe, AZ
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School
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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.
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 $939.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alameda?
The cheapest apartment in Alameda is The Atrium which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Alameda costs $1,934.
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 321 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 $787 which is $1,147 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alameda.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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