Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Tempe, AZ from $649 (109 Rentals)

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Eastridge Apartments
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$855
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$855 - $1,610

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Eastridge Apartments

1522 E Southern AveTempe, AZ 85282
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Scottsdale Gateway
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$941 - $1,319
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$963 - $2,071

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Scottsdale Gateway

2100 N Scottsdale RdTempe, AZ 85288
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Genius Ideas and Studio Layout Tips That Maximize Every Square Inch

Transform your studio apartment layout and maximize storage. Get proven ideas from a 20-year property expert to make any small space stylish and functional.

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Avana Tempe
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$1,012 - $4,113
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$1,028 - $6,991

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Avana Tempe

30 W Carter DrTempe, AZ 85282
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Parq on 5th
$1,047 - $1,213
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$1,128 - $1,683

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Parq on 5th

805 W Brown StTempe, AZ 85281
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

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Aura Apache
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$1,394 - $1,434
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$1,437 - $2,928

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Studio Apartments Available Jul 3

Aura Apache

1820 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Trovita Rio
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$1,475 - $1,710
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$1,500 - $2,620

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Trovita Rio

701 W Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Vero
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$1,497 - $1,824
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$1,558 - $2,281

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Vero

651 E 6th StTempe, AZ 85281
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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The Cameron
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$1,576 - $2,020
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$1,635 - $4,904

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Studio Apartments Available Jul 10

The Cameron

2062 E Cameron WayTempe, AZ 85281
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Aura Watermark
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$1,594 - $1,882
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$1,658 - $4,278

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Studio Apartments Available Aug 19

Aura Watermark

420 N Scottsdale RdTempe, AZ 85281
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The Alyssa
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$1,678 - $3,697
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$1,715 - $9,933

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The Alyssa

98 South River DrTempe, AZ 85288
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Villas on 4th
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Villas on 4th

1218-1246 W 4th StTempe, AZ 85281
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Apache Lofts
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Apache Lofts

1617 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Suite 16
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Suite 16

1402 S Terrace RdTempe, AZ 85281
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Expert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for College Renters

A Local Experts Guide to The 10 Best Neighborhoods Near Universities and Colleges in the Phoenix metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Phoenix apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tempe Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Tempe?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tempe is under $899.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tempe?

The cheapest apartment in Tempe is Valencia Park which is listed at $790, while the average apartment in Tempe costs $5,442.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tempe?

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 595 regular apartments in Tempe 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 Tempe?

Cheap apartments in Tempe have an average cost of $772 which is $4,670 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tempe.

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