Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 85281 ZIP Code of Tempe, AZ from $300 (200 Rentals)

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El Diablo Apartments
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$885 - $1,295
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$825 - $1,235
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$60
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$885 - $1,295
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El Diablo Apartments

1201 S McCLintock DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Parq on 5th
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$1,021 - $1,579
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$940 - $1,498
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Parq on 5th

805 W Brown StTempe, AZ 85281
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Villatree Apartments
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$1,041 - $2,059
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$937 - $1,955
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Villatree Apartments

1750 S Price RdTempe, AZ 85281
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property at 330 S Beck Ave

$1,050 - $1,350

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330 S Beck Ave

TempeAZ85281

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Broadstone Tempe Station
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$1,172 - $2,358
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$1,162 - $2,348
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Broadstone Tempe Station

2323 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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property at 615 S Hardy Dr

$1,244 - $1,294

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615 S Hardy Dr

TempeAZ85281

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Vela at Tempe Town Lake
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$1,288 - $4,133
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$1,279 - $4,124
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Vela at Tempe Town Lake

555 N College AveTempe, AZ 85281
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SALT
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$1,299 - $5,174
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$1,296 - $5,171
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$3
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$1,299 - $5,174
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SALT

260 E Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Metro 101
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$1,320 - $3,523
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$1,236 - $3,439
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$84
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$1,320 - $3,523
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Metro 101

2157 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for College Renters

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A Phoenix Experts Relocation Guide: Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near Banner, ASU, & Amazon

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.