
Cheap Homes for Rent in Optimist Park Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $700 (7 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Optimist Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Optimist Park 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,745 | $1,745 | $1,745 |
Optimist Park 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,398 | $2,395 | $6,495 |
Optimist Park 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,569 | $725 | $3,295 |
Optimist Park 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,895 | $2,895 | $2,895 |
Optimist Park 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,250 | $5,250 | $5,250 |
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There are currently 7 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 1 Bed unit found at Sentry Tempe priced from $949. San Jose Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Optimist Park apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sentry Tempe | Reef | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
San Jose Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $949 |
Waterstone | Studio S1-450 | Studio,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, AZ
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Optimist Park area is the $1.45 price per square foot Catalina Model at Talavera in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Optimist Park apartment is the C2 Model at La Costa at Dobson Ranch starting at $1,649 with a $1.58 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. |
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Talavera | Catalina | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
La Costa at Dobson Ranch | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
The Enclave Apartment Homes | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
Lakeview at the Bay | San Marcos | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
Sycamore Square Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
Hohokam Villas | Papago | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
La Estancia Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Aventerra at Dobson Ranch Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Tempe Park Place | Horizon | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
District at Fiesta Park | A1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Optimist Park
What type of rentals are currently available in Optimist Park?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, AZ with pricing that ranges from $925 to $7,910. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Optimist Park ranging from $725 to $6,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Optimist Park?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Optimist Park ranges from $725 to $6,495 with an average monthly rent of $3,171.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Optimist Park?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Optimist Park range from $1,889 to $7,910, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,395 to $6,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,600.
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