Cheap Homes for Rent in The Lakes Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $700 (19 Rentals)

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The Lakes, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Lakes Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Lakes area of Tempe, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Sentry Tempe priced from $868. Sono Tempe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $897. Here are the most affordable The Lakes apartments for rent in Tempe, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sentry TempeReef1BR,1BA$868
Sono TempeCooper2BR,1BA$897
Avana TempeStudio - SophisticatedStudio,1BA$969
Tempe Park PlaceHorizon1BR,1BA$1,020
StradaA21BR,1BA$1,059

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Lakes, AZ

As of November 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Lakes area is the $1.62 price per square foot C1 Model at San Marino in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,139. The second greatest value The Lakes apartment is the The Fray - Premium Plus Model at 909 West starting at $1,675 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
San MarinoC13BR,2BA$1.62
909 WestThe Fray - Premium Plus3BR,2BA$1.34
The Enclave Apartment HomesC13BR,2BA$1.49
Lakeview at the BayMonterey2BR,2BA$1.42
The Lennox at Tempe3x2 R3BR,2BA$1.64
505 WestHavasu2BR,2BA$1.36
525-539 W Pebble Beach2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.42
Highland Park2x1 Reno2BR,1BA$1.69
La Estancia Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$1.66
Tempe Park PlaceHorizon1BR,1BA$1.62

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Lakes

What type of rentals are currently available in The Lakes?

There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in The Lakes, AZ with pricing that ranges from $868 to $4,187. There are also 113 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Lakes ranging from $725 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Lakes?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Lakes ranges from $725 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,676.

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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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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