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property at 615 S Hardy Dr

615 S Hardy Dr

TempeAZ85281

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property at 242 S Beck Ave

242 S Beck Ave

TempeAZ85281
property at 615 S Hardy Dr

615 S Hardy Dr

TempeAZ85281

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property at 242 S Beck Ave

242 S Beck Ave

TempeAZ85281

Sunset, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Studio 710 ApartmentsSmall Studio DeluxeStudio,1BA$949
Grandes CortesStudioStudio,1BA$950
Solaris On UniversityS1 -1 x 11BR,1BA$969
Riverside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,007
Westmount at Downtown TempeSunset Classic2BR,1BA$1,094

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset, AZ

As of November 28, 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 2x2.5 Standard Garage Model at Roosevelt Luxury Townhomes starting at $2,595 with a $1.65 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Hardy Tempe Townhome Living3/3 Corner3BR,3BA$1.61
Roosevelt Luxury Townhomes2x2.5 Standard Garage2BR,2.5BA$1.65
Dolce Villagio TownhomesTwo Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom2BR,2.5BA$1.78
Luna Bear 5th StreetB12BR,2BA$1.45
Corsican2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.31
Lyndon LaneTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.66
Roosevelt Park2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.80
West 5th2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.73
Rio ParadisoA11BR,1BA$1.72
Solaris On UniversityS1 -1 x 11BR,1BA$1.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sunset, Tempe, AZ

Ranked #44

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunset

What type of rentals are currently available in Sunset?

There are currently 171 Apartments for Rent in Sunset, AZ with pricing that ranges from $925 to $15,000. There are also 72 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sunset ranging from $1,000 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sunset?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sunset ranges from $1,000 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,108.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Sunset?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sunset range from $1,497 to $5,479, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $925.

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.

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A Local Experts Guide to the Top 10 Budget Friendly Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ

Written by: Andrew Jollett

I'm Andrew, your ApartmHomeLiving.com local expert for Phoenix. My earliest memories of Phoenix date back to the mid-2000s when 2 of my sisters moved there (one for work and the other for school).

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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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.