
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Tempe, AZ Under $1,300 (87 Rentals)
Rental terms in Tempe as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Onnix Apartments

Mission Springs

Agave

Strada

Scottsdale Gateway

Sono Tempe

The Halston
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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Willow Creek

Sentry Tempe

Grandes Cortes

University Pointe Apartments

Villagio Furnished

Mercury on Mill

Garden Grove Apartment Homes

La Estancia Apartment Homes

Eastridge Apartments
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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Ten01

Ponderosa Ranch Apartments

Aqua Apartments

Villas on 4th

Emerson Square

Emerson Park

IMT Desert Palm Village

Axio Apartments
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

Parkside Apartments

Twenty One 41

CIRQ 44

SITE Scottsdale
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District at Fiesta Park

Villas at Papago

Beacon at 601

Papago Gardens Apartments

Santorini Villa Apartments

Vista Valley

Lore South Mountain

Array South Mountain

Vista Sureno

The Pointe at South Mountain
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Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tempe?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Tempe Studio Apartments | $1,460 | $675 | $4,154 |
Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $850 | $8,767 |
Tempe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Tempe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,593 | $840 | $10,000+ |
Tempe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $700 | $10,000+ |
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Tempe, AZ Local Guide
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Quick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Getting Around Tempe, AZ
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Tempe Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Tempe?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Tempe is at Valencia Park listed at $810.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Tempe Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Tempe is $2,098.
What is the largest Short-term Tempe Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Tempe is a 2,375 square feet unit starting from $1,285 at Ten01.
What is the average size for Tempe Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Tempe is currently at 619 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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I'm Andrew, your ApartmHomeLiving.com local expert for Phoenix. My earliest memories of Phoenix date back to the mid-2000s when 2 of my sisters moved there (one for work and the other for school).

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