
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $900 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Optimist Park area of Tempe.


Sentry Tempe

Lakeview at the Bay

Sono Tempe

Mercury on Mill

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Optimist Park, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Optimist Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optimist Park Studio Apartments | $1,166 | $919 | $2,515 |
| Optimist Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $942 | $3,493 |
| Optimist Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $1,150 | $4,095 |
| Optimist Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $1,735 | $3,029 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Optimist Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Optimist Park area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sentry Tempe priced from $923. San Jose Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $939. Here are the most affordable Optimist Park apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sentry Tempe | Kona | Studio,1BA | $923 |
| San Jose Manor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $939 |
| The Flats | E1 | Studio,1BA | $939 |
| District at Fiesta Park | A1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| Lakeview at the Bay | LaJolla | 1BR,2BA | $950 |
| Sono Tempe | Olsen | Studio,1BA | $994 |
| Emerald Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Mercury on Mill | Kona - 1bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Avana Tempe | Studio - Sophisticated | Studio,1BA | $1,014 |
| Villetta | S1 Platinum | Studio,1BA | $1,017 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, AZ
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Optimist Park area is the $1.67 price per square foot Sunrise - 2bed 2bath Model at Mercury on Mill in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Optimist Park apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Sycamore Square Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Optimist Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury on Mill | Sunrise - 2bed 2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Sycamore Square Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Aventerra at Dobson Ranch Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Hohokam Villas | Papago | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Lakeview at the Bay | Malibu | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| La Estancia Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Sofia Apartments | The Bronte (2x1) | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| The Rev Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Place at El Prado | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| District at Fiesta Park | A1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Optimist Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Optimist Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Optimist Park is at Sentry Tempe listed at $923.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Optimist Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Optimist Park Apartment is $942 at District at Fiesta Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Optimist Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Optimist Park is starting from $1,099 at Sofia Apartments.
What is the most affordable Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Enclave Apartment Homes and starts from $1,735.
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