1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Tempe, AZ (720 Rentals)

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Vero
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$1,651 - $2,055
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$1,402 - $2,950
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$461

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$1,863 - $3,411
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Vero

651 E 6th StTempe, AZ 85281
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The Alyssa
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$1,813 - $2,144
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$1,641 - $2,826
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$37

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$1,678 - $2,863
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The Alyssa

98 South River DrTempe, AZ 85288
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Aura Watermark
Rent Specials
$1,685 - $1,868
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$1,516 - $5,677
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$64

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$1,580 - $5,741
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Aura Watermark

420 N Scottsdale RdTempe, AZ 85281
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Trovita Rio
Rent Specials
$1,673 - $1,923
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$1,390 - $2,460
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$85

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$1,475 - $2,545
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Trovita Rio

701 W Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Highland Park
Rent Specials
$1,204 - $1,279
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$1,204 - $1,533
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$68

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$1,272 - $1,601
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Highland Park

5038 S Hardy DrTempe, AZ 85282
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Broadstone Tempe Station
Rent Specials
$1,179 - $1,574
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$1,169 - $2,128
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$10

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$1,179 - $2,138
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Broadstone Tempe Station

2323 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Strada
Rent Specials
$1,139 - $1,374
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$1,098 - $1,588
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$41

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$1,139 - $1,629
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Strada

701 W Grove PkyTempe, AZ 85283
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Galleria Palms
Rent Specials
$1,326 - $1,503
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$1,326 - $2,155
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$77

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$1,403 - $2,232
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Galleria Palms

1600 W La Jolla DrTempe, AZ 85282
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Westmount at Downtown Tempe
Rent Specials
$1,071 - $1,399
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$1,067 - $1,950
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$49

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$1,116 - $1,999
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Westmount at Downtown Tempe

615 S Hardy DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Scottsdale Gateway
Rent Specials
$1,099 - $1,450
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$989 - $2,051
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$22

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$1,011 - $2,073
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Scottsdale Gateway

2100 N Scottsdale RdTempe, AZ 85288
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Finisterra On Grove
Rent Specials
$1,304 - $1,844
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$1,228 - $2,329
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$182

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$1,410 - $2,511
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Finisterra On Grove

1250 W Grove PkyTempe, AZ 85283
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San Portella
$1,489 - $1,698
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$1,489 - $2,249
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$109

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$1,598 - $2,358
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San Portella

2155 S 55th StTempe, AZ 85282
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505 West
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$1,185 - $1,975
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$1,074 - $2,559
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$46

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$1,120 - $2,605
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505 West

505 W Baseline RdTempe, AZ 85283
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Vela at Tempe Town Lake
Rent Specials
$1,568 - $2,193
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$1,451 - $2,759
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$9

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$1,460 - $2,768
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Vela at Tempe Town Lake

555 N College AveTempe, AZ 85281
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Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 18, 2026

There are currently 1080 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Tempe, AZ that range in price from $870 to $10,180. Alameda, Apache and South Tempe are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Tempe with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Alameda360$1,338$870
Apache192$1,390$870
South Tempe189$1,330$984
West Chandler168$1,473$1,105
The Lakes81$1,335$949
Tally Ho Farms Raintree53$1,521$1,199
Guadalupe37$1,327$984

Largest Available Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tempe, AZ is found at Northbend in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood and is 1,258 square feet priced from $2,222. SALT has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,118 square feet and currently listed start at $2,497. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Tempe:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
NorthbendY - Live / Work1,258 Sq Ft$2,222
SALTOne Bedroom Loft1,118 Sq Ft$2,497
Smith & RioB81,105 Sq Ft$2,264
Mira Tempe1 Bed / 1.5 Bath1,105 Sq Ft$2,850
San Travesia1 BED/1 BATH (229-1c)1,077 Sq Ft$1,985
San PalmasA21,054 Sq Ft$1,699
Scottsdale Entrada ApartmentsA51,039 Sq Ft$2,181
Hohokam VillasZuni1,013 Sq Ft$1,299
San MarinoA1797 Sq Ft$1,549

Cheapest Available Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 18, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tempe, AZ is the A1 Model starting from $807 at Terrasol in the South Phoenix neighborhood. The second most affordable Tempe 1 Bedroom is the Junior One Bedroom Model at Papago Vista starting at $825 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Tempe is currently $1,565. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Tempe:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
TerrasolA1$807
Papago VistaJunior One Bedroom$825
Santorini Villa Apartments1 Bedroom$825
The Atrium1x1$850
The Link ApartmentsOne Bedroom West - Classic$866
Valencia ParkCoronado$880
Spring Leaf Apartments1BR/1.0BA$895
Willowbrook Apartments219$895
Boulder Creek ApartmentsA1$899
Monterey VillageA1 | 1x1 | Small Affordable$907

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Tempe Overview

Tempe, Arizona is in the heart of the Phoenix metro valley and has been experiencing exciting growth in recent years. Abundant sunshine, outdoor activities, a lively restaurant and entertainment scene, burgeoning tech economy, proximity to Arizona State University and moderate cost of living all make Tempe a desirable place to live.

Why live in Tempe, AZ?

Tempe is a vibrant city that is home to one of the largest U.S. universities and offers something for everyone - from sports fans to outdoor enthusiasts to foodies and life-long learners. The city embodies a resilient and progressive spirit and is quickly attracting new residents, businesses and amenities. Choosing to live in a Tempe apartment also has the added benefit of being located close to the cities of Phoenix, Scottsdale and Mesa.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Tempe Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Tempe with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Tempe is at Terrasol listed at $807.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Tempe Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Tempe is $1,565.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Tempe Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Tempe is a 1,258 square feet unit starting from $2,222 at Northbend.

What is the average size for Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Tempe is currently 702 sq ft.

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