
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $1,000 (41 Rentals)


The Mod at Mills

Lakeview at the Bay

Highland Park

Mercury on Mill
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Nines at Lakeside

San Marino

Sofia Apartments

Villagio Furnished

Mission Springs

Finisterra On Grove

La Estancia Apartment Homes
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The Avi

Palms at South Mountain

9605 S 48th St

Serafina at South Mountain
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Carlyle at South Mountain

5151 E Guadalupe Rd

The Pointe at South Mountain

Rockledge Fairways

Sierra Foothills

Array South Mountain

Lumiere Chandler

Hohokam Villas
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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9605 S 48th St

9605 S 48th St

9605 S 48th St

5151 E Guadalupe Rd
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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13625 S 48th St
South Tempe, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Tempe?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Tempe Studio Apartments | $1,204 | $899 | $1,650 |
South Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $1,000 | $3,130 |
| South Tempe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $1,145 | $4,095 |
| South Tempe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $1,310 | $2,995 |
| South Tempe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $2,327 | $2,684 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Tempe, Tempe, AZ
Ranked #24
Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Tempe, Tempe, AZ
Marcos De Niza High School
School data provided by Great Schools
Getting Around the South Tempe Neighborhood in Tempe, AZ
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Tempe Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Tempe?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Tempe is under $1,171.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Tempe?
The cheapest apartment in South Tempe is Palms at South Mountain which is listed at $1,023, while the average apartment in South Tempe costs $2,397.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Tempe?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 71 regular apartments in South Tempe that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Tempe?
Cheap apartments in South Tempe have an average cost of $223 which is $2,174 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Tempe.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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