Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $700 (73 Rentals)

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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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828 W 2nd St

TempeAZ85281

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615 S Hardy Dr

TempeAZ85281

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Broadway Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Broadway Park

1120 W Broadway RdTempe, AZ 85282
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Plaza East
1 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza East

807 W 3rd StTempe, AZ 85281
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Venture on Wilson
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Venture on Wilson

626 S Wilson StTempe, AZ 85281
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Encore on Farmer
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Encore on Farmer

601 S Farmer AveTempe, AZ 85281
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Echo Tempe
2 Bedroom Apartments

Echo Tempe

1014 S Farmer AveTempe, AZ 85281
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Corsican
2 Bedroom Apartments

Corsican

1312 S Hardy DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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West Tempe, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Tempe Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Tempe area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Valencia Park priced from $800. Margo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $829. Here are the most affordable West Tempe apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valencia ParkSonomaStudio,1BA$800
MargoStudioStudio,1BA$829
Grandes CortesStudioStudio,1BA$899
Parq on 5thStudioStudio,1BA$958
Riverside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$968
Solaris On UniversityS1 -1 x 11BR,1BA$969
Studio 710 ApartmentsSmall Studio DeluxeStudio,1BA$999
Parkside ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,100
Axio Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Tempe, AZ

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Tempe area is the $1.54 price per square foot 3/3 Corner Model at The Hardy Tempe Townhome Living in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $2,621. The second greatest value West Tempe apartment is the 2x2.5 Standard Garage Model at Roosevelt Luxury Townhomes starting at $2,595 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Tempe apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Hardy Tempe Townhome Living3/3 Corner3BR,3BA$1.54
Roosevelt Luxury Townhomes2x2.5 Standard Garage2BR,2.5BA$1.65
Luna Bear 5th StreetB12BR,2BA$1.45
Rio ParadisoA2 Loft1BR,1BA$1.68
Corsican2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.31
Lyndon LaneTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.67
2123 S Hu Esta Dr, Unit East2123 S Hu Esta Dr2BR,1BA$1.69
West 5th2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.73
522 W Howe St, Unit 522522 W Howe St1BR,1BA$1.25
Solaris On UniversityS1 -1 x 11BR,1BA$1.79

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Tempe, Tempe, AZ

Ranked #21

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including West Tempe, Tempe, and the greater Phoenix area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the West Tempe Neighborhood in Tempe, AZ

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Tempe Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Tempe?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Tempe is at Valencia Park listed at $795.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Tempe Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Tempe Apartment is $870 at Valencia Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Tempe Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Tempe is starting from $1,142 at Parq on 5th.

What is the most affordable West Tempe Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Tempe Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westmount at Downtown Tempe and starts from $1,795.

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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A Local Experts Guide to the Top 10 Budget Friendly Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ

Written by: Andrew Jollett

I'm Andrew, your ApartmHomeLiving.com local expert for Phoenix. My earliest memories of Phoenix date back to the mid-2000s when 2 of my sisters moved there (one for work and the other for school).

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.