
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $800 (57 Rentals)
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1409 S Mill Ave, Unit #5

522 W Howe St

700 W University Dr, Unit 116

2110 S Granada Dr

1215 E Lemon St, Unit 121

2005 S College Ave

2323 S College Ave
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1309 W 10th St

902 S Mariana St

1102 S Bonnie Ln

1102 S Bonnie Ln

906 S Farmer Ave, Unit C

1333 W 5th St

1111 E University Dr

5345 E Van Buren St

731 W University Dr

731 W University Dr
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1811 E Apache Blvd

1973 E 10th St

330 S Beck Ave

5302 E Van Buren St, Unit 3046

1811 E Apache Blvd

615 S Hardy Dr

1522 E Southern Ave

1137 S Judd St
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2725 S Rural Rd

912 S Dorsey Ln

1522 E Southern Ave

615 S Hardy Dr

1137 S Judd St

1978 E Don Carlos

1811 E Apache Blvd

910 S Dorsey Ln

242 S Beck Ave

1811 E Apache Blvd
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1620 E Apache Blvd

2122 S Granada Dr, Unit #3

303 N Miller Rd

1065 W 1st St

616 S Hardy Dr

1215 E Lemon St, Unit 228

908 S Casitas Dr

1014 E Spence Ave

1402 S Jentilly Ln
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1125 N Oleander St, Unit A
Downtown Tempe, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Tempe?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Downtown Tempe 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,705 | $1,100 | $3,200 |
Downtown Tempe 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,578 | $1,000 | $6,000 |
Downtown Tempe 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,058 | $2,175 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Tempe 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,321 | $2,250 | $5,500 |
Downtown Tempe 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,965 | $2,950 | $2,995 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Tempe Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Tempe area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Polanco priced from $899. Margo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Downtown Tempe apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Polanco | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Margo | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
The Willowbrook Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Willow Creek | STDO-405 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Vue Nineteen 01 | One Bedroom - UTILITIES INCLUDED | 1BR,1BA | $998 |
University Pointe Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Onnix Apartments | Jade - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,019 |
Alegre Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tempe, AZ
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Tempe area is the $0.53 price per square foot Furnished Townhome Model at Lofts on 8th | Student Housing in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Downtown Tempe apartment is the Agave Suite Model at Agave starting at $1,799 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Tempe apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lofts on 8th | Student Housing | Furnished Townhome | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.53 |
Agave | Agave Suite | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Sago Gardens | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Luna Bear 5th Street | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
Cape Cod | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
University Park | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Ensuite | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
Emerson Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Gateway at Tempe | 2x2 L Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
524 W Howe St, Unit 524 | 524 W Howe St | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
522 W Howe St, Unit 522 | 522 W Howe St | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Tempe
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Tempe?
There are currently 425 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tempe, AZ with pricing that ranges from $725 to $14,000. There are also 277 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Tempe ranging from $800 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Tempe?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Tempe ranges from $800 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,279.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Tempe?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Tempe range from $775 to $5,479, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,175 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $725.
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