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Lakeview at the Bay
995 E Baseline RdTempe, AZ 85283
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $900 (56 Rentals)
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The Mod at Mills
5300 S Priest DrTempe, AZ 85283
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The Avi
1235 W Baseline RdTempe, AZ 85283
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Mercury on Mill
5101 S Mill AveTempe, AZ 85282
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Mission Springs
1311 W Baseline RdTempe, AZ 85283
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Nines at Lakeside
999 E Baseline DrTempe, AZ 85283
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$1,119 - $1,659
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Strada
701 W Grove PkyTempe, AZ 85283
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Omnia Baseline
1145 W Baseline RdTempe, AZ 85283
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$1,155 - $2,550
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$1,109 - $2,504
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505 West
505 W Baseline RdTempe, AZ 85283
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$1,198 - $4,146
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Allure at Tempe Apartments
1155 W Grove PkyTempe, AZ 85283
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1311 W Baseline Rd
TempeAZ85283
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Finisterra On Grove
1250 W Grove PkyTempe, AZ 85283
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909 West
909 W Grove PkyTempe, AZ 85283
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Sofia Apartments
208 E Baseline RdTempe, AZ 85283
841 W Watson Dr
TempeAZ85283
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Villagio Furnished
1133 W Baseline RdTempe, AZ 85283
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Highland Park
5038 S Hardy DrTempe, AZ 85282
6445 S Maple Ave
TempeAZ85283
1820 E Bell De Mar Dr
TempeAZ85283
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La Estancia Apartment Homes
6445 S Maple AveTempe, AZ 85283
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1225 E Warner Rd
TempeAZ85284
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The Molino Apartments
1651 W Baseline RdTempe, AZ 85283
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401 E Dunbar DrTempe, AZ 85282
1311 W Baseline Rd
TempeAZ85283
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Alexan Tempe
2160 E Baseline RdTempe, AZ 85282
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Beautiful Boutique Community
5105 S La Rosa DrTempe, AZ 85282
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The Quinn Apartments
5121 E La Puente AvePhoenix, AZ 85044
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Lore South Mountain
13021 S 48th StPhoenix, AZ 85044
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Array South Mountain
13229 S 48th StPhoenix, AZ 85044
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Palms at South Mountain
4424 E Baseline RdPhoenix, AZ 85042
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5151 E Guadalupe Rd
PhoenixAZ85044
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Hohokam Villas
2900 W HighlandChandler, AZ 85224
10610 S 48th St
PhoenixAZ85044
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The Pointe at South Mountain
8809 S Pointe Pky EPhoenix, AZ 85044
1100 N Priest Dr
ChandlerAZ85226
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Carlyle at South Mountain
5151 E Guadalupe RdPhoenix, AZ 85044
9605 S 48th St
PhoenixAZ85044
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Rockledge Fairways
13220 S 48th StPhoenix, AZ 85044
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Serafina at South Mountain
11025 S 51st StPhoenix, AZ 85044
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Vista Sureno
4727 E Warner RdPhoenix, AZ 85044
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Sierra Foothills
13601 S 44th StPhoenix, AZ 85044
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Carlyle Townhomes
5102 E Piedmont RdPhoenix, AZ 85044
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Lumiere Chandler
1100 N Priest DrChandler, AZ 85226
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Chandler Meadows
3175 N Price RdChandler, AZ 85224
9605 S 48th St
PhoenixAZ85044
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9605 S 48th StPhoenix, AZ 85044
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11221 S 51st StPhoenix, AZ 85044
5151 E Guadalupe Rd
PhoenixAZ85044
13625 S 48th St
PhoenixAZ85044
9605 S 48th St
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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 | $1,190 | $975 | $1,425 |
| South Tempe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $984 | $3,194 |
| South Tempe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $1,099 | $3,373 |
| South Tempe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $1,570 | $10,000+ |
| South Tempe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,443 | $2,443 | $2,443 |
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Cheapest Available South Tempe Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Tempe area of Tempe, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeview at the Bay priced from $950. The Mod at Mills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable South Tempe apartments for rent in Tempe, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Lakeview at the Bay | LaJolla | 1BR,2BA | $950 |
| The Mod at Mills | S1 | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| The Avi | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,016 |
| The Quinn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,024 |
| The Molino Apartments | 1x1 450sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Lore South Mountain | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,059 |
| Mercury on Mill | Kona - 1bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Nines at Lakeside | Kona Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Strada | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
| Omnia Baseline | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Tempe, AZ
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Tempe area is the $1.58 price per square foot 3x2s Model at The Avi in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value South Tempe apartment is the 2X2-1182 Model at San Marquis starting at $1,864 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Tempe apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Avi | 3x2s | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| San Marquis | 2X2-1182 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Carlyle at South Mountain | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| 505 West | Havasu | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Serafina at South Mountain | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Allure at Tempe Apartments | Agave | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Hohokam Villas | Papago | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Lakeview at the Bay | Malibu | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Sofia Apartments | The Bronte (2x1) | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Mercury on Mill | Kona - 1bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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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 $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Tempe?
The cheapest apartment in South Tempe is Lakeview at the Bay which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in South Tempe costs $2,443.
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 88 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 $230 which is $2,213 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Tempe.
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