Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ (72 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Tempe area of Tempe with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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THE ACCESS
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$1,129 - $2,310Special Offer
Specials Move-in NOW FREE RENT until 2/1/2026! First 10 applications gets $200 credit!
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THE ACCESS

1811 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Smith & Rio
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$1,563 - $5,552Special Offer
Specials Get up to 8 weeks FREE base rent + a $1,000 Gift Card when you move in by 1/31, and start living the good lifeon us! Minimum lease
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Smith & Rio

1979 E Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Northbend
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$1,453 - $5,609Special Offer
Specials Move in by 1/31 — Get 12 weeks free! Apply Same Day & Get $1000 Gift Card at Move-In! -- Move in 2/28 — Get 10 weeks free! Apply Sa
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Northbend

906 N Miller RdTempe, AZ 85288
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Vero
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$1,509 - $3,045Special Offer
2 Months Free Up To 10 Weeks Free Base Rent! Rates starting as low as $1,442 ($1,284 base rent and $158 in fees) *Minimum lease term applies
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Vero

651 E 6th StTempe, AZ 85281
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The Aubrey
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$1,472 - $8,801Special Offer
Specials A New Year. A New Address. Enjoy up to 10 Weeks Free on select apartment homes! While supplies last. Restrictions may apply.
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The Aubrey

1003 W Washington StTempe, AZ 85288
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Aura Watermark
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$1,542 - $5,706Special Offer
3 Months Free Up To 12 Weeks Free Base Rent On Select Homes! *Other costs & fees excluded. Minimum lease term required.
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Aura Watermark

420 N Scottsdale RdTempe, AZ 85281
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Trovita Rio
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$1,400 - $2,545Special Offer
Specials Up to 8 Weeks Free and reduced rent!! *Restrictions may apply
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Trovita Rio

701 W Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Volta on Broadway
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$1,264 - $6,815Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in by Jan 31 and receive 6 weeks free on select apartments—plus entry to win an electric scooter. Limited availability. Re
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Volta on Broadway

1221 E Broadway RdTempe, AZ 85282
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Westmount at Downtown Tempe
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$1,071 - $1,950Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive Reduced Rates + 6 Weeks Free Base Rent On Select Homes! *Other costs & fees excluded. Minimum lease term required. See
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Westmount at Downtown Tempe

615 S Hardy DrTempe, AZ 85281
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The Halston
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$1,155 - $2,245Special Offer
Specials 1Month free , $99 utility package monthly on select units (includes electricity ) $99 App and Admin !!! Restrictions Apply
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The Halston

1330 W Broadway RdTempe, AZ 85282
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West 6th
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$1,599 - $15,000Special Offer
Specials Offering up to 8 weeks free for January move ins and up to 6 weeks free for February move ins! Contact the leasing office for more
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West 6th

115 W 6th StTempe, AZ 85281
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University Pointe Apartments
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$999 - $1,775Special Offer
1 Month Free FREE RENT! Sign for 12 month term & received your first month FREE! Waived application & administration fee. Double occupancy a
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University Pointe Apartments

919 E Lemon StTempe, AZ 85281
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San Portella
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$1,489 - $2,249Special Offer
2 Months Free Up to 8 weeks free! Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.
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San Portella

2155 S 55th StTempe, AZ 85282
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Vue Nineteen 01
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$998 - $1,190Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 MONTH FREE!!!, UTILITIES INCLUDED!!! call us now schedule a tour! Call or stop by leasing office for details!
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Vue Nineteen 01

1901 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Grandes Cortes
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$950 - $1,239Special Offer
1 Month Free Warm Up Your Winter With Move In Savings!!!!!!! ONE MONTH FREE RENT O.A.C !!! *Look In Lease Special Same Day* Waived Applicati
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Grandes Cortes

1150 W University DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Studio 710 Apartments
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$874 - $1,045Special Offer
Specials SPECIAL PROMOTION - GET A $500.00 Off your move in and a $500.00 Gift Card after move in - For a Limited-Time — Don’t Miss Out! ???
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Studio 710 Apartments

710 S Hardy DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Modera Rio Salado
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$1,690 - $3,510Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy up to 8 weeks of rent free living when you sign for a 17-18 month lease by 2/28/26! Enjoy up to 6 weeks of rent free livi
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Modera Rio Salado

835 W. Rio Sala PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Asteria Apartment Homes
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$1,095 - $3,378Special Offer
Specials 1 Months Base Rent for FREE , Move-in on or before 01/31/2026. Take advantage of this limited time offer. *Restrictions apply. Call
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Asteria Apartment Homes

1975 E University DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Paseo on University
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$1,101 - $3,035Special Offer
Specials Live Rent-Free for Your First 8 Weeks. Up to $2700 in in savings! *Restrictions may apply
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Paseo on University

1255 E University DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Skywater at Tempe Town Lake
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$1,335 - $5,060Special Offer
1 Month Free Up to Four Weeks Free on select homes! *Restrictions apply. Specials, pricing and availability subject to change daily. Contact
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Skywater at Tempe Town Lake

601 W Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Aura Apache
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$1,645 - $2,940Special Offer
2 Months Free Start the New Year Strong with Up to 8 Weeks Free Rent PLUS a $500 Gift Card Move in by 01/31 *Restrictions May Apply
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Aura Apache

1820 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Brix
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1 Month Free Leasing Special: ONE MONTH FREE!!
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Brix

1424 S Jentilly LnTempe, AZ 85281
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SALT
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$1,650 - $5,948Special Offer
Specials Enjoy 10 Weeks of Elevated LivingOn Us! *Restrictions Apply.
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SALT

260 E Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Ascent on Spence
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$1,067 - $1,954Special Offer
Specials You'll Fall in Love with Our Savings!! Up to 8 Weeks Free on Selected Apartment Homes if Moved In by 02/20/2026!!
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Ascent on Spence

1249 E Spence AveTempe, AZ 85281
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Parq on 5th
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$1,093 - $1,638Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy one month free on all new leases. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.
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Parq on 5th

805 W Brown StTempe, AZ 85281
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The Hardy Tempe Townhome Living
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Contact Us For PricingSpecial Offer
Specials We understand that choosing your new home is a big decision and we want you to feel confident in your choice. -- If the advertised
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The Hardy Tempe Townhome Living

909 W 2nd StTempe, AZ 85281
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The Brentwood
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$1,595 - $1,800Special Offer
Specials $1599.00 move in special = $800 deposit + $799 1st month rent
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The Brentwood

910 E Lemon StTempe, AZ 85281
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Lion Tempe Apartments
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$1,400Special Offer
1 Month Free Get 6 Weeks FREE rent when you apply by January 16th! Call or text us to schedule your tour anytime and claim this limited-time
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Lion Tempe Apartments

2525 S McClintock DrTempe, AZ 85282
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Downtown Tempe, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

Top Tempe Apartments in the Downtown Tempe Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 01-28-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Tempe, AZ apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Riverside Apartments

Up to 8 weeks Free. Contact the office for details.Expires 01-29-2026

Asteria Apartment Homes

1 Months Base Rent for FREE , Move-in on or before 01/31/2026. Take advantage of this limited time offer. *Restrictions apply. Call or come by for details.Expires 01-29-2026

Parq on 5th

Enjoy one month free on all new leases. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.Expires 01-29-2026

Aura Watermark

Up To 12 Weeks Free Base Rent On Select Homes! *Other costs & fees excluded. Minimum lease term required.Expires 01-29-2026

Polanco

Ask About Our Preferred Employer Discounts! Are you a first responder or healthcare employee? You could be eligible for a 3% per month discount on rent. Call today to learn more!Expires 01-29-2026

Dolce Villagio Townhomes

Online Leasing Promo Code: DV-promo - Ask us about our AMAZING SPECIALS - $1162.50 offExpires 01-29-2026

Smith & Rio

Get up to 8 weeks FREE base rent + a $1,000 Gift Card when you move in by 1/31, and start living the good lifeon us! Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.*Expires 01-29-2026

Aura Apache

Start the New Year Strong with Up to 8 Weeks Free Rent PLUS a $500 Gift Card Move in by 01/31 *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 01-29-2026

Murietta at ASU

Get 1 month rent free!**Terms and conditions apply.Expires 01-29-2026

The Halston

1Month free , $99 utility package monthly on select units (includes electricity ) $99 App and Admin !!! Restrictions ApplyExpires 01-29-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Tempe, AZ

Specials updated: 01-28-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Tempe, AZ. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Skye at McClintock Station

Start the New Year Strong & Receive up to 10 Weeks Free- Offer Valid on Select Vacant Apartment Homes!Expires 03-31-2026

1433 S Kenneth Pl

*1/2 off first months rentExpires 05-01-2026

Emerson Park

TWO Months free when you sign a 12-month lease on Select Units. Must move in by 02/10/2026, O.A.C Only Dos meses de alquiler gratis al firmar un contrato de arrendamiento de 12 meses en unidades seleccionadas. La mudanza debe realizarse antes del 10/02/2026. Sujeto a aprobación de crédito.Expires 02-28-2026

Emerson Square

TWO Months free when you sign a 12-month lease on Select Units. Must move in by 02/10/2026, O.A.C Only Dos meses de alquiler gratis al firmar un contrato de arrendamiento de 12 meses en unidades seleccionadas. La mudanza debe realizarse antes del 10/02/2026. Sujeto a aprobación de crédito.Expires 02-28-2026

Studio 710 Apartments

SPECIAL PROMOTION - GET A $500.00 Off your move in and a $500.00 Gift Card after move in - For a Limited-Time — Don’t Miss Out! ??? Same Day Move-In No Administration Fees or Application Fee! Call us Today. Limited Time Offer!Expires 01-31-2026

Tempe Terrace

*1st month Free on a 12 month lease!Expires 01-31-2026

Parque Villa

30 Day Rent Special Rent in the next 30 Days and $200 off.Expires 01-31-2026

Willow Creek

Limited-time offer. Valid on select homes only!Expires 02-28-2026

Grayson on the Rail

*Home of the waived App and Admin Fees! Ask how! We have 1 month free on select Studios! Act Fast!Expires 02-28-2026

Roosevelt Park

$750 off move in with a 12-month lease. Call us today for details and to schedule a tour!Expires 01-31-2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Tempe Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Tempe?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Tempe is at Riverside Apartments listed at $869.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Tempe Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Tempe is $1,997.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Tempe Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Tempe is a 7,104 square feet unit starting from $1,599 at West 6th.

What is the average size for Downtown Tempe Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Tempe is currently at 615 sq ft.

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