
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $1,000 (47 Rentals)


Sofia Apartments

505 West

Mercury on Mill

The Avi

Mission Springs

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Allure at Tempe Apartments

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Highland Park

Omnia Baseline
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Lakeview at the Bay

Villagio Furnished

Nines at Lakeside

La Estancia Apartment Homes

Strada

Shoreline at the Lakes

San Marino

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Finisterra On Grove

909 West
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College Park- No AVAILABILITY!!

5105 S La Rosa Dr

Montara Apartments

1017 E Redfield Rd

1402 E Guadalupe Rd

Granada Lakes

San Palmilla

5635 S Clambake Bay Ct

Palms at South Mountain
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Serafina at South Mountain

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Rockledge Fairways

Lore South Mountain

The Pointe at South Mountain

Carlyle at South Mountain

Vista Sureno

Hohokam Villas

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Sierra Foothills

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Lumiere Chandler
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San Palmas

Carlyle Townhomes

9605 S 48th St

8445 S 48th St

13625 S 48th St

5151 E Guadalupe Rd

Pacific Bay Club

Rancho Ladera

9605 S 48th St
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The Ventura

5102 E Piedmont Rd
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 | $1,179 | $999 | $1,425 |
| South Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $1,000 | $1,908 |
South Tempe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| South Tempe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,670 | $4,386 |
| South Tempe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,546 | $2,436 | $2,612 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Tempe, Tempe, AZ
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Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
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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 $1,149.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Tempe?
The cheapest apartment in South Tempe is Sofia Apartments which is listed at $1,049, while the average apartment in South Tempe costs $2,591.
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 90 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 $267 which is $2,324 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Tempe.
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.