Cheap Homes for Rent in South Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $900 (28 Rentals)

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property at 9605 S 48th St

$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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9605 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 10610 S 48th St

$1,100 - $1,650

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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10610 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 5151 E Guadalupe Rd

$1,180

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$1,180

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$1,180

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5151 E Guadalupe Rd

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 5151 E Guadalupe Rd

$1,220

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$1,220

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$1,220

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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5151 E Guadalupe Rd

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 1311 W Baseline Rd

$1,228

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$1,228

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$1,228

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1311 W Baseline Rd

TempeAZ85283
property at 13625 S 48th St

$1,279

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

13625 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 9605 S 48th St

$1,280

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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9605 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85044

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property at 5102 E Piedmont Rd

$1,310

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$1,310

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$1,310

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5102 E Piedmont Rd

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 9605 S 48th St

$1,330

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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9605 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 1250 W Grove Pkwy

$1,354

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$1,354

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$1,354

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1250 W Grove Pkwy

TempeAZ85283
property at 13625 S 48th St

$1,426

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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13625 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 1250 W Grove Pkwy

$1,529

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$1,529

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$1,529

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1250 W Grove Pkwy

TempeAZ85283

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property at 1250 W Grove Pkwy

$1,569

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$1,569

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$1,569

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1250 W Grove Pkwy

TempeAZ85283
property at 5151 E Guadalupe Rd

$1,589

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$1,589

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$1,589

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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5151 E Guadalupe Rd

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 9605 S 48th St

$1,650

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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9605 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 5102 E Piedmont Rd

$1,671

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$1,671

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$1,671

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5102 E Piedmont Rd

PhoenixAZ85044

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property at 13625 S 48th St

$1,694

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

13625 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 8445 S 48th St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Mar 1

8445 S 48th St

PhoenixAZ85044
property at 1222 W Baseline Rd

$1,798

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$1,798

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$1,798

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1222 W Baseline Rd

TempeAZ85283
property at 1250 W Grove Pkwy

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1250 W Grove Pkwy

TempeAZ85283

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South Tempe, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Tempe Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Tempe area of Tempe, AZ is a Studio unit found at The Mod at Mills priced from $948. Lakeview at the Bay has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable South Tempe apartments for rent in Tempe, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Mod at MillsS1Studio,1BA$948
Lakeview at the BayLaJolla1BR,2BA$950
The Avi1x11BR,1BA$984
The Quinn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,024
The Molino Apartments1x1 450sqft1BR,1BA$1,049
Lore South MountainStudioStudio,1BA$1,059
Mission SpringsSaguaro - Junior One BedroomStudio,1BA$1,071
Mercury on MillKona - 1bed 1bath1BR,1BA$1,099
StradaA11BR,1BA$1,119
Array South MountainS1Studio,1BA$1,142

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Tempe, AZ

As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Tempe area is the $1.41 price per square foot C1 Model at Carlyle at South Mountain in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,782. The second greatest value South Tempe apartment is the Colorado Model at 505 West starting at $1,600 with a $1.34 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carlyle at South MountainC13BR,2BA$1.41
505 WestColorado3BR,2BA$1.34
San Marquis2X2-11822BR,2BA$1.58
Serafina at South MountainC22BR,2BA$1.57
Allure at Tempe ApartmentsAgave2BR,2BA$1.34
Sofia ApartmentsThe Calla (2x2)2BR,2BA$1.46
Hohokam VillasPapago1BR,1BA$1.41
Lakeview at the BayMalibu1BR,1BA$1.50
Carlyle TownhomesA11BR,1BA$1.55
The Avi1x11BR,1BA$1.37

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Tempe, Tempe, AZ

Ranked #29

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Tempe

What type of rentals are currently available in South Tempe?

There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in South Tempe, AZ with pricing that ranges from $948 to $11,189. There are also 116 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Tempe ranging from $995 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Tempe?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Tempe ranges from $995 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,510.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Tempe?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Tempe range from $1,450 to $11,189, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,589 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,401.

Expert Rental Resources

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