Cheap Homes for Rent in University Park Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $800 (16 Rentals)

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property at 700 W University Dr

$875 - $1,100

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$875 - $1,100

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1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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property at 907 E Broadmor Dr

$950 - $1,075

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$950 - $1,075

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

907 E Broadmor Dr

TempeAZ85282
property at 700 W University Dr

$960

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$960

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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700 W University Dr, Unit G241

700 W University Dr
TempeAZ85281

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property at 1415 S Terrace Rd

$1,000

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$1,000

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3 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1415 S Terrace Rd

TempeAZ85281
property at 729 W University Dr

$1,200

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$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

property at 731 W University Dr

$1,300

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$1,300

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

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University Park, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Spring Leaf Apartments priced from $895. University Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Leaf Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
University Pointe ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Riviera PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Sago GardensTownhome2BR,1BA$950
The Place of TempeStudioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, AZ

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $1.52 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Model at The Place On Jentilly in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the D3 Model at Canvas starting at $1,249 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Place On Jentilly3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath3BR,3.5BA$1.52
CanvasD34BR,4BA$0.92
The District on Apache3x3 Luxe3BR,3BA$1.02
Tempe Horizons2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.36
Thrive Tempe Apartments2x2L2BR,2BA$1.45
Nine20 TempeB12BR,2BA$1.41
Sago GardensSingle Story2BR,1BA$1.21
The Heights on Lemon2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.39
Tempe TerraceOne Bedroom Suite1BR,1BA$1.51
Spring Leaf Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.49

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University Park, Tempe, AZ

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about University Park

What type of rentals are currently available in University Park?

There are currently 235 Apartments for Rent in University Park, AZ with pricing that ranges from $750 to $13,500. There are also 67 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Park ranging from $875 to $6,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Park ranges from $875 to $6,495 with an average monthly rent of $2,894.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Park range from $1,004 to $5,348, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $6,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.

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