Cheap Homes for Rent in the West Tempe Neighborhood of Tempe, AZ from $650 (27 Rentals)

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property at 1409 S Mill Ave
$650 - $1,250

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Base Rent$650 - $1,250

Total Monthly Price$650 - $1,250
Studio To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent
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1409 S Mill Ave

TempeAZ85281
property at 505 W Howe St
$750

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Base Rent$750

Total Monthly Price$750
5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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505 W Howe St

TempeAZ85281
property at 407 W Howe St
$850

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Base Rent$850

Total Monthly Price$850
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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407 W Howe St

TempeAZ85281
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property at 731 W University Dr
$1,300

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Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Nov 1
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property at 503 W 12th St
$1,475

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,475

Total Monthly Price$1,475
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 30
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503 W 12th St

TempeAZ85281
property at 1905 E University Dr
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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1905 E University Dr, Unit Tempe Condo

1905 E University Dr
TempeAZ85288

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property at 901 S Roosevelt St
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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901 S Roosevelt St

TempeAZ85281
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West Tempe, Tempe, AZ Local Guide

Best Value Homes for Rent in West Tempe, AZ

As of September 18, 2026 the best value rental home in the West Tempe area is the $1.17 price per square foot 1111 W University Dr Model at 1111 W University Dr in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value West Tempe rental home is the 505 W Howe St Model at 505 W Howe St in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting at $750 with a $0.35 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Tempe homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1111 W University Dr1111 W University Dr3BR, 2.5BA$1.17
505 W Howe St505 W Howe St5BR, 2BA$0.35
2016 S Hammond Dr2016 S Hammond Dr4BR, 4BA$1.54
1439 W 7th St1439 W 7th St5BR, 3BA$1.47
1204 W 7th St1204 W 7th St5BR, 2BA$1.23
529 W 17th Pl529 W 17th Pl3BR, 1.5BA$1.28
5829 S 42nd St5829 S 42nd St3BR, 2BA$1.51
1905 E University Dr, Unit Tempe Condo1905 E University Dr2BR, 2BA$1.54
700 W University Dr, Unit 125700 W University Dr2BR, 1BA$1.16
407 W Howe St407 W Howe St1BR, 1BA$1.55

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West Tempe, Tempe, AZ

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Tempe

What type of rentals are currently available in West Tempe?

There are currently 228 Apartments for Rent in West Tempe, AZ with pricing that ranges from $740 to $13,500. There are also 114 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Tempe ranging from $650 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Tempe?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Tempe ranges from $650 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,252.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Tempe?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Tempe range from $950 to $4,947, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,575 to $6,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $920.

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