
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tempe Gardens Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $864 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Tempe Gardens area of Tempe.


328 E Dunbar Dr

3300 S Terrace Rd

Sono Tempe

Sentry Tempe

907 E Broadmor Dr, Unit Room #1 Twin

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Avana Tempe

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Nines at Lakeside

Ovation at Tempe

313 E Riviera Dr

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2323 S College Ave

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3031 S Rural Rd

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San Palmilla

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Tempe Gardens, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tempe Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempe Gardens Studio Apartments | $1,781 | $864 | $4,046 |
| Tempe Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $903 | $4,166 |
| Tempe Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $1,021 | $4,751 |
| Tempe Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,314 | $1,840 | $5,956 |
| Tempe Gardens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $2,395 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Tempe Gardens Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Tempe Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tempe Gardens area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sono Tempe priced from $864. Sentry Tempe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $916. Here are the most affordable Tempe Gardens apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sono Tempe | Olsen | Studio,1BA | $864 |
| Sentry Tempe | Kona | Studio,1BA | $916 |
| Avana Tempe | Studio - Sophisticated | Studio,1BA | $977 |
| Mercury on Mill | Kona - 1bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Lakeview at the Bay | LaJolla | 1BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Sofia Apartments | The Athena (1x1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Ovation at Tempe | PALO VERDE | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Rev Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,206 |
| Tempe Park Place Apartments | Horizon | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| 505 West | Havasu | 2BR,2BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tempe Gardens, AZ
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tempe Gardens area is the $1.70 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath A R1 Model at Townhomes at Kyrene in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,074. The second greatest value Tempe Gardens apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Mistwood Condominium starting at $1,695 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tempe Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhomes at Kyrene | 3 Bed 2 Bath A R1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Mistwood Condominium | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| San Marquis | 2X2-1145 | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 525-539 W Pebble Beach | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| San Palmilla | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 505 West | Saguaro | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Lakeview at the Bay | Malibu | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Sofia Apartments | The Athena (1x1) | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Ovation at Tempe | PALO VERDE | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Mercury on Mill | Kona - 1bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tempe Gardens Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tempe Gardens?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tempe Gardens is under $1,245.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tempe Gardens?
The cheapest apartment in Tempe Gardens is Sono Tempe which is listed at $903, while the average apartment in Tempe Gardens costs $1,469.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tempe Gardens?
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 119 regular apartments in Tempe Gardens 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 Tempe Gardens?
Cheap apartments in Tempe Gardens have an average cost of $1,095 which is $374 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tempe Gardens.
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