Cheap Homes for Rent in the North Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $1,200 (12 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available North Tempe Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Tempe area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Scottsdale Gateway priced from $967. Polanco has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $997. Here are the most affordable North Tempe apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Scottsdale GatewayBayonne1BR,1BA$967
PolancoStudioStudio,1BA$997
Hacienda De Los ArcosOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Solaire on ScottsdaleManhattan2BR,1BA$1,222
Rio ParadisoA11BR,1BA$1,265

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Tempe, AZ

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Tempe area is the $1.49 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 329 E Ambassador Dr in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value North Tempe apartment is the 2x2 Model at The Aubrey starting at $2,209 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Tempe apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
329 E Ambassador Dr3 Beds, 2 Baths3BR,2BA$1.49
The Aubrey2x22BR,2BA$1.71
NorthbendK2BR,2BA$1.92
Norte Town Lake ApartmentsB012BR,2BA$2.28
Solaire on ScottsdaleManhattan Platinum Renovation2BR,1BA$1.77
The Palms on Scottsdale1A1BR,1BA$1.65
San Travesia1 BED/1BATH (229-1b)1BR,1BA$2.18
Skywater at Tempe Town LakeA21BR,1BA$2.24
Rio ParadisoA11BR,1BA$1.71
Hacienda De Los ArcosOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.92

Frequently Asked Questions about North Tempe

What type of rentals are currently available in North Tempe?

There are currently 91 Apartments for Rent in North Tempe, AZ with pricing that ranges from $997 to $9,500. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Tempe ranging from $1,200 to $9,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Tempe?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Tempe ranges from $1,200 to $9,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,803.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Tempe?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Tempe range from $2,033 to $6,807, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $9,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,274.

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