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Aura Watermark
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$1,406 - $4,760
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Aura Watermark

420 N Scottsdale RdTempe, AZ 85281
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Lyndon Lane
$1,425 - $1,530
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$1,425 - $1,530
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Lyndon Lane

1548 W University DrTempe, AZ 85281
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The Cameron
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$1,429 - $5,210
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The Cameron

2062 E Cameron WayTempe, AZ 85281
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Trovita Rio
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$1,500 - $2,695
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Trovita Rio

701 W Rio Salado PkyTempe, AZ 85281
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Desert Willow Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Willow Apartments

1895-1901 E Don Carlos AveTempe, AZ 85281
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The Atrium
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Atrium

1835 E Don Carlos AveTempe, AZ 85281
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ASU Crossroads
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

ASU Crossroads

1010-1044 E Orange StTempe, AZ 85281
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Suite 16
Studio Apartments

Suite 16

1402 S Terrace RdTempe, 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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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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Valor on Eighth
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valor on Eighth

1001 E 8th StTempe, AZ 85281
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George Ann
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

George Ann

1122 E Lemon StTempe, AZ 85281
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University Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Park

1015 E University DrTempe, AZ 85281
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Riviera Palms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riviera Palms

914 E Lemon StTempe, AZ 85281
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Cortez Palms Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cortez Palms Apartments

1031 E Lemon StTempe, AZ 85281
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Hayden Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hayden Terrace

1925 E Hayden LnTempe, AZ 85281
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Alegre Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alegre Apartments

1827 E Lemon StTempe, AZ 85281
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Hidden Glen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hidden Glen

818 W 3rd StTempe, AZ 85281
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University Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Square

1011 E Lemon StTempe, AZ 85281
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University Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Gardens

1019 E Lemon StTempe, AZ 85281
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Apache Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Apache Lofts

1617 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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The Vintage on College
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Vintage on College

1700 S College AveTempe, AZ 85281
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Aces on Apache
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Aces on Apache

1620 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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La Paloma Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Paloma Apartments

1975 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Echo Tempe
2 Bedroom Apartments

Echo Tempe

1014 S Farmer AveTempe, AZ 85281
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The Warhol
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Warhol

1415 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Parkview on 5th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview on 5th

704-724 W 5th StTempe, AZ 85281

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