Apartments for Rent with Specials in the University Heights Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ (30 Rentals)

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Apartments in the University Heights area of Tempe with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Nexa
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$1,504 - $3,449Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive 8 Weeks Free Base Rent! *Other costs & fees excluded. 12-15 month lease term required. See office for details.
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Nexa

1205-1221 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Vero
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$1,509 - $2,175Special Offer
2 Months Free Up To 8 Weeks Free Base Rent! *Move-in by 9/15/25 to qualify for the offer! Rates starting as low as $1,583 ($1,455 base rent
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Vero

651 E 6th StTempe, AZ 85281
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Smith & Rio
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$1,543 - $5,275Special Offer
Specials Get 8 weeks of free base rent on our spacious 2-bedrooms and start living the good lifeon us! *Select apartments only. See an assoc
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Smith & Rio

1979 E Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Paseo on University
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$1,007 - $3,045Special Offer
Specials 4 Weeks Free + Waived Fees! Ask about our Resident Referral and Visa Contingency Programs! *Restrictions may apply
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Paseo on University

1255 E University DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Apache Rock Apartments
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$1,400 - $2,175Special Offer
2 Months Free LOWEST Prices for Brand NEW Construction in local Tempe area! *Call for details and restrictions.
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Apache Rock Apartments

1935 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Aura Watermark
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$1,682 - $5,578Special Offer
1 Month Free Up To 6 Weeks FREE Base Rent On Select Homes! *Other costs and fees excluded. Minimum 12-month term required. See Leasing Profe
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Aura Watermark

420 N Scottsdale RdTempe, AZ 85281
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Agave
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$1,224 - $1,820Special Offer
Specials Newly Renovated Apartments
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Agave

1718 S Jentilly LnTempe, AZ 85281
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Willow Creek
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$995 - $1,845Special Offer
1 Month Free Limited time offer. Valid on select homes only!
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Willow Creek

2020 E Broadway RdTempe, AZ 85282
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University Pointe Apartments
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$999 - $1,775Special Offer
Specials $99 Move in Special on Select Properties! Waived application & administration fee. Double occupancy at no extra charge! Schedule a
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University Pointe Apartments

919 E Lemon StTempe, AZ 85281
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Aura Apache
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$1,389 - $2,940Special Offer
2 Months Free Change of Season, Change of Scenery Save Up to 10 Weeks Free! *Restrictions may apply
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Aura Apache

1820 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Asteria Apartment Homes
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$1,095 - $5,234Special Offer
Specials Get $500.00 Off Move In, On Immediate Move Ins! Take advantage of this limited time offer. *Restrictions apply. Call or come by for
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Asteria Apartment Homes

1975 E University DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Brix
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$1,110 - $1,550Special Offer
Discounts Leasing Special: Move-In By 9/1/25 to Receive $500 Free Rent. *Based on select units, availability and terms. Contact a Leasing Pr
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Brix

1424 S Jentilly LnTempe, AZ 85281
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Ten01
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$1,385 - $3,344Special Offer
2 Months Free Up to 8 weeks free on select luxury apartment homes!* Studios starting at $1,575!* Call today.; *Restrictions Apply
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Ten01

1001 E Playa del Norte DrTempe, AZ 85288
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Tamarak Apartments
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$1,245 - $1,635Special Offer
Specials ALL RENT PRICES LISTED INCLUDE WATER/SEWER/TRASH UTILITIES. FREE Parking, FREE Pest Control and FREE Community Wi-Fi. ZERO Amenity
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Tamarak Apartments

1850 E Hayden LnTempe, AZ 85281
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Emerson Square
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$999 - $2,088Special Offer
Specials September Free Rent up to $1,500.00 off total move-in with a 12-month lease, on selected apartments only, must move in by 09/25/202
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Emerson Square

1701 E 8th StTempe, AZ 85281
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Emerson Park
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$988 - $1,857Special Offer
Specials September Free Rent up to $1500.00 off total move-in with a 12-month lease, on selected apartments only, must move in by 09/25/2025
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Emerson Park

1701 E Don Carlos AveTempe, AZ 85281
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Sago Gardens
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$1,125 - $1,550Special Offer
Specials Admin Fee (flexible based on move in date and credit approval) may be waived, Deposit Reduced Special (Based on Approved Credit) *W
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Sago Gardens

1015 S Stanley PlTempe, AZ 85281
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Butterfield Park
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$1,520Special Offer
Specials Now Leasing Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Apartments, Starting at $935/Month!* *Limited to Availability and Terms, See Leasing Professi
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Butterfield Park

1215 S Dorsey LnTempe, AZ 85281
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University Heights, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

Top Tempe Apartments in the University Heights Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 09-20-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top University Heights, AZ apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Nexa

Receive 8 Weeks Free Base Rent! *Other costs & fees excluded. 12-15 month lease term required. See office for details.Expires 09-21-2025

Aura Apache

Change of Season, Change of Scenery Save Up to 10 Weeks Free! *Restrictions may applyExpires 09-21-2025

Ten01

Up to 8 weeks free on select luxury apartment homes!* Studios starting at $1,575!* Call today.; *Restrictions ApplyExpires 09-21-2025

Brix

Leasing Special: Move-In By 9/1/25 to Receive $500 Free Rent. *Based on select units, availability and terms. Contact a Leasing Professional for details.Expires 09-21-2025

Aura Watermark

Up To 6 Weeks FREE Base Rent On Select Homes! *Other costs and fees excluded. Minimum 12-month term required. See Leasing Professional for complete details.Expires 09-21-2025

Vela at Tempe Town Lake

Up to 8 Weeks FREE! (Apply By 9/30) *Restrictions May Apply.Expires 09-21-2025

Paseo on University

4 Weeks Free + Waived Fees! Ask about our Resident Referral and Visa Contingency Programs! *Restrictions may applyExpires 09-21-2025

Asteria Apartment Homes

Get $500.00 Off Move In, On Immediate Move Ins! Take advantage of this limited time offer. *Restrictions apply. Call or come by for details.Expires 09-21-2025

Ascent on Spence

First Full Month Free if Moved in by 09/30/2025!!!Expires 09-21-2025

The Heights on Lemon

Limited-Time Special: 1 Month FREE plus WAIVED app fee!*Expires 09-21-2025

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in University Heights, AZ

Specials updated: 09-20-2025

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in University Heights, AZ. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Tamarak Apartments

ALL RENT PRICES LISTED INCLUDE WATER/SEWER/TRASH UTILITIES. FREE Parking, FREE Pest Control and FREE Community Wi-Fi. ZERO Amenity Fees. ZERO Rental Tax. ELECTRICITY PAID SEPARATELY THRU SRP! Come discover your new home at our beautiful and intimate community!Expires 12-31-2025

Skye at McClintock Station

1 Month Free on Select Vacant One Bedroom Apartment Homes! CALL TODAY!Expires 10-31-2025

1433 S Kenneth Pl

*1/2 off first months rentExpires 05-01-2026

Emerson Park

September Free Rent up to $1500.00 off total move-in with a 12-month lease, on selected apartments only, must move in by 09/25/2025, O.A.C. Only. Alquiler gratuito en septiembre de hasta $1500.00 de descuento en el total de la mudanza con un contrato de arrendamiento de 12 meses, solo en apartamentos seleccionados, debe mudarse antes del 25/09/2025, con crédito aprobado únicamente.Expires 09-30-2025

Emerson Square

September Free Rent up to $1,500.00 off total move-in with a 12-month lease, on selected apartments only, must move in by 09/25/2025, O.A.C. Only. Alquiler gratuito en septiembre de hasta $1,500.00 de descuento en el total de la mudanza con un contrato de arrendamiento de 12 meses, solo en apartamentos seleccionados, debe mudarse antes del 25/09/2025, con crédito aprobado únicamente.Expires 09-30-2025

Cape Cod Apartments

Waived Application and Admin Fee!Expires 09-30-2025

Willow Creek

Limited time offer. Valid on select homes only!Expires 09-29-2025

Ascent on Spence

First Full Month Free if Moved in by 09/30/2025!!!Expires 09-21-2025

The Heights on Lemon

Limited-Time Special: 1 Month FREE plus WAIVED app fee!*Expires 09-21-2025

Norte Town Lake

Up to 1 month free! Restrictions apply.Expires 09-21-2025

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights, Tempe, AZ

Ranked #15

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials University Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in University Heights?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in University Heights is at Onnix Apartments listed at $923.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials University Heights Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in University Heights is $1,892.

What is the largest Rent Specials University Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in University Heights is a 2,375 square feet unit starting from $1,385 at Ten01.

What is the average size for University Heights Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in University Heights is currently at 599 sq ft.

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