
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $995 (52 Rentals)


700 W University Dr

Spring Leaf Apartments

Axio Apartments

625 E Broadway Rd

Parq on 5th

528 W Howe St

700 W University Dr

University Pointe Apartments

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2012 S Granada Dr

2033 S Forest Ave

700 W University Dr, Unit 130

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West 5th

1111 E University Dr

The Place of Tempe

107 W Broadway Rd

Decco 109

1214 S Roosevelt St, Unit B, Unit B

IMT Desert Palm Village
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Agave

109 E Broadway Rd, Unit 5

1214 S Roosevelt St

Westmount at Downtown Tempe Apartments

The Hyve

617 S Roosevelt St

Nexa

Array on Apache

Hudson on Farmer

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Rialto

Plaza East

Venture on Wilson

Valor on Eighth

The Regency Apartment Homes

George Ann

Thrive Tempe Apartments

Paseo on University

Beautiful Renovations One and Two Bedrooms Located in the Heart of Tempe!

Hidden Glen
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528 W Howe St

2323 S College Ave

The Vintage on College

Riviera Palms

University Square

University Gardens

Encore on Farmer

2610 S Ventura Dr

Plaza East

Dwell at 5th and Farmer
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University Park, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Park Studio Apartments | $1,547 | $625 | $3,666 |
University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,823 | $995 | $2,943 |
| University Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $1,050 | $4,950 |
| University Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,783 | $1,004 | $5,860 |
| University Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,420 | $850 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Park, Tempe, AZ
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Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in University Park, Tempe, AZ
McKemy Academy of International Studies
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Park is at Tempe Terrace listed at $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park Apartment is $999 at Tempe Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Park is starting from $999 at Tempe Terrace.
What is the most affordable University Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tempe Terrace and starts from $999.
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