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Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 01, 2026

There are currently 1139 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Tempe, AZ that range in price from $779 to $13,893. 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
Alameda406$1,300$779
Apache200$1,395$850
South Tempe171$1,340$999
West Chandler168$1,427$1,218
The Lakes87$1,295$779
Tally Ho Farms Raintree57$1,425$1,230
Guadalupe50$1,255$1,000

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 $2,428. Skywater at Tempe Town Lake has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,204 square feet and currently listed start at $2,795. 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$2,428
Skywater at Tempe Town LakeA71,204 Sq Ft$2,795
The Fredrick1x1 Plus1,147 Sq Ft$2,030
Villas at PapagoTwo Bedroom1,130 Sq Ft$1,050
Smith & RioB81,105 Sq Ft$2,328
Mira Tempe1 Bed / 1.5 Bath1,105 Sq Ft$2,850
San MarinoA1797 Sq Ft$1,439

Cheapest Available Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 01, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tempe, AZ is the A1 Model starting from $820 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 $1,521. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Tempe:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
TerrasolA1$820
Papago VistaJunior One Bedroom$825
Valencia ParkCoronado$840
The Atrium1x1$850
Santorini Villa Apartments1 Bedroom$875
Papago Gardens ApartmentsSantorini Villas - 1 Bedroom$875
The Willowbrook Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths$895
Monterey VillageA2 | 1x1 | Medium Affordable$903
District at Fiesta ParkA1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath$942
Scottsdale GatewayBayonne$947

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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 $820.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Tempe is $1,521.

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 $2,428 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 691 sq ft.

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