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Studio 710 Apartments
710 S Hardy DrTempe, AZ 85281
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $700 (45 Rentals)
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Riverside Apartments
625 W 1st StTempe, AZ 85281
1037 S Farmer Ave
TempeAZ85281
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Grandes Cortes
1150 W University DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Solaris On University
1314 W University DrTempe, AZ 85281
114 S Wilson St
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1223 W University Dr
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1219 S Farmer Ave
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828 W 2nd St
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West 5th
601 W 5th StTempe, AZ 85281
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The Local Tempe Luxury Apartments
750 S Ash AveTempe, AZ 85281
615 S Hardy Dr
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Westmount at Downtown Tempe
615 S Hardy DrTempe, AZ 85281
1301 W 3rd St
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Axio Apartments
740 W University DrTempe, AZ 85281
909 S Priest Dr
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1065 W 1st St
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Luna Bear 5th Street
1133 W 5th StTempe, AZ 85281
242 S Beck Ave
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Skywater at Tempe Town Lake
601 W Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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701 W Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Sunset, Tempe, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Studio Apartments | $1,415 | $886 | $2,720 |
| Sunset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $969 | $3,621 |
| Sunset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,146 | $1,109 | $9,000 |
| Sunset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,837 | $1,497 | $5,479 |
| Sunset 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,575 | $925 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Sunset Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Studio 710 Apartments priced from $949. Grandes Cortes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Sunset apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio 710 Apartments | Small Studio Deluxe | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Grandes Cortes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Solaris On University | S1 -1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Parq on 5th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $992 |
| Corsican | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| West 5th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Rio Paradiso | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Westmount at Downtown Tempe | Sunset Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Riverside Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset, AZ
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3/3 Corner Model at The Hardy Tempe Townhome Living in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $2,745. The second greatest value Sunset apartment is the Three Bedroom Three Bathroom Model at Dolce Villagio Townhomes starting at $2,525 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Hardy Tempe Townhome Living | 3/3 Corner | 3BR,3BA | $1.61 |
| Dolce Villagio Townhomes | Three Bedroom Three Bathroom | 3BR,3BA | $1.49 |
| Roosevelt Luxury Townhomes | 2x2.5 Standard Garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.65 |
| Luna Bear 5th Street | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Corsican | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Lyndon Lane | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| West 5th | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Rio Paradiso | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 828 W 2nd St, Unit B | 828 W 2nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Solaris On University | S1 -1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sunset?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sunset is under $1,302.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset is Solaris On University which is listed at $969, while the average apartment in Sunset costs $3,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset?
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 32 regular apartments in Sunset 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 Sunset?
Cheap apartments in Sunset have an average cost of $1,609 which is $2,191 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset.
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