
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tempe Royal Estates Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $800 (33 Rentals)
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The Mod at Mills

Avana Tempe

Mission Springs

Strada

Lakeview at the Bay

505 West

Tempe Park Place
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Omnia Baseline

Highland Park

1311 W Baseline Rd

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Mercury on Mill

The Avi
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Palms at South Mountain

9605 S 48th St

The Pointe at South Mountain
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9605 S 48th St

9605 S 48th St

9605 S 48th St
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Tempe Royal Estates, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tempe Royal Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempe Royal Estates Studio Apartments | $1,342 | $899 | $2,515 |
| Tempe Royal Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $1,000 | $7,590 |
| Tempe Royal Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $1,143 | $8,828 |
| Tempe Royal Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,299 | $1,680 | $10,000+ |
| Tempe Royal Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,621 | $2,277 | $8,015 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Tempe Royal Estates Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Tempe Royal Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tempe Royal Estates area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at The Molino Apartments priced from $849. The Mod at Mills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Tempe Royal Estates apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Molino Apartments | Studio 325sqft | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| The Mod at Mills | S1 | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Avana Tempe | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $927 |
| Mission Springs | Saguaro - Junior One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Strada | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| 505 West | Rillito | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Palms at South Mountain | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Lore South Mountain | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,135 |
| Carlyle at South Mountain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Pointe at South Mountain | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom F | 1BR,1BA | $1,192 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tempe Royal Estates, AZ
As of December 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tempe Royal Estates area is the $1.52 price per square foot 3x2.50 - 2341 Garden Model at Colonia Apartment Homes - Roger in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,199. The second greatest value Tempe Royal Estates apartment is the C1 Model at San Marino starting at $2,119 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tempe Royal Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonia Apartment Homes - Roger | 3x2.50 - 2341 Garden | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.52 |
| San Marino | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Lakeview at the Bay | Monterey | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| IMT Ahwatukee | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Tempe Park Place | Oasis w/ Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| The Pointe at South Mountain | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Serafina at South Mountain | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Carlyle at South Mountain | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 909 West | The Havasu - Premium Plus | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 505 West | Rillito | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tempe Royal Estates Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tempe Royal Estates?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tempe Royal Estates is under $1,192.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tempe Royal Estates?
The cheapest apartment in Tempe Royal Estates is The Molino Apartments which is listed at $1,049, while the average apartment in Tempe Royal Estates costs $2,417.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tempe Royal Estates?
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 57 regular apartments in Tempe Royal Estates 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 Royal Estates?
Cheap apartments in Tempe Royal Estates have an average cost of $244 which is $2,173 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tempe Royal Estates.
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