1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Tempe, AZ Under $1,500 (275 Rentals)

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Highland Park
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$1,177 - $1,270
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$1,237 - $2,053
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Highland Park

5038 S Hardy DrTempe, AZ 85282
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Galleria Palms
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$1,339 - $1,551
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$1,403 - $2,413
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Galleria Palms

1600 W La Jolla DrTempe, AZ 85282
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Scottsdale Gateway
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$1,040 - $1,506
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$976 - $1,958
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Scottsdale Gateway

2100 N Scottsdale RdTempe, AZ 85288
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Finisterra On Grove
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$1,049 - $1,572
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$1,229 - $2,859
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Finisterra On Grove

1250 W Grove PkyTempe, AZ 85283
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West 5th
$1,199 - $1,234
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$1,234 - $1,334
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West 5th

601 W 5th StTempe, AZ 85281
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Gateway at Tempe
$1,425 - $1,585
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Gateway at Tempe

1655 E University DrTempe, AZ 85288
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A Phoenix Expert's Relocation Guide: Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near Banner, ASU, & Amazon

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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 Manhatton listed at $750.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Tempe is $1,569.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Tempe is a 1,264 square feet unit starting from $3,400 at Shorehaven.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Tempe is currently 638 sq ft.

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