
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hughes Acres Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $500 (113 Rentals)
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Riverside Apartments

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Villatree Apartments

1037 S Farmer Ave

Avana Tempe

Grandes Cortes

Lakeview at the Bay

Emerson Square

Willow Creek
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1923 E Hayden Ln

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505 West

Ascent on Spence

Westmount at Downtown Tempe

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Parq on 5th

1433 S Kenneth Pl

1219 S Farmer Ave

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Sago Gardens

Paseo on University

Butterfield Park

Parkside Apartments

1008 S Mariana St

700 W University Dr

THE ACCESS

Emerson Park

Nines at Lakeside
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1029 S Wilson St

906 S Farmer Ave

Evergreen on Hayden Lane

200 E Southern Ave

1522 E Southern Ave

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Broadstone Tempe Station

Aqua Apartments

Tempe Park Place
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Hughes Acres, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hughes Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hughes Acres Studio Apartments | $1,459 | $814 | $2,625 |
| Hughes Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $898 | $3,549 |
| Hughes Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $975 | $4,950 |
| Hughes Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,248 | $775 | $5,600 |
| Hughes Acres 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $695 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 113 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hughes Acres Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Hughes Acres Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hughes Acres area of Phoenix, AZ is a 4 Beds unit found at SoL priced from $760. Sentry Tempe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $814. Here are the most affordable Hughes Acres apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoL | 4BR/4BA - Silver | 4BR,4BA | $760 |
| Sentry Tempe | Kona | Studio,1BA | $814 |
| The Atrium | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Riverside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $876 |
| Villatree Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Sono Tempe | Olsen | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Willowbrook Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Avana Tempe | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $942 |
| Lakeview at the Bay | LaJolla | 1BR,2BA | $950 |
| Grandes Cortes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hughes Acres, AZ
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hughes Acres 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 Hughes Acres apartment is the D1 PHPV Model at Nine20 Tempe starting at $1,079 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hughes Acres apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts on 8th | Student Housing | Furnished Townhome | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.53 |
| Nine20 Tempe | D1 PHPV | 4BR,4BA | $0.74 |
| Agave | Saguaro | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Talavera | Catalina | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 505 West | Havasu | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Butterfield Park | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| 525-539 W Pebble Beach | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Sago Gardens | Single Story | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Emerson Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Willowbrook Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hughes Acres Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hughes Acres?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hughes Acres is at Sentry Tempe listed at $814.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hughes Acres Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hughes Acres Apartment is $850 at The Atrium.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hughes Acres Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hughes Acres is starting from $999 at SoL.
What is the most affordable Hughes Acres Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hughes Acres Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at SoL and starts from $935.
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