
Apartments for Rent in the 85281 ZIP Code of Tempe, AZ Under $1,500 (242 Rentals)Page 2 of 5


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2402 E 5th St, Unit 1618

809 W 1st St

1873 E University Dr

1215 E Lemon St

1504 W University Dr

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IMT Desert Palm Village

835 W 3rd St

2057 E Orange St.
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1245 W 1st St

1134 S Roosevelt St

1132 S Roosevelt St

1204 S McClintock Dr

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700 W University Dr

114 S Wilson St

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809 W 1st St

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Pecan Grove Estates

Salado Springs

Tremezzo on the Lake
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The Beck

Agave

Element at Tempe North

Brenda Arms

University Park

Wilson Studios

Plaza East

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Emerson Mill Avenue

Brix

Parkview on 5th

The Malibu

Corsican

902 and 908 W. 2nd Street

The Palms on Scottsdale

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 85281?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85281 Studio Apartments | $1,490 | $720 | $5,438 |
| 85281 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $765 | $6,443 |
| 85281 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,838 | $872 | $7,689 |
| 85281 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,386 | $775 | $7,878 |
| 85281 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $650 | $13,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about the 85281 ZIP Code
How much are Studio apartments in 85281?
There are currently 172 Studio Apartments in 85281 with rent ranges from $720 to $5,438 with an average price of $1,490.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom 85281 Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in 85281 ranges from $765 to $6,443 with an average monthly rent of $1,686.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in 85281 cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in 85281 range from $872 to $7,689. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,838.
How expensive are 85281 Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 119 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in 85281 on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $775 to $7,878 - averaging $2,386 for the location.
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