
Homes for Rent in the 85281 ZIP Code of Tempe, AZ (229 Rentals)


901 S Smith Rd, Unit 1037, Unit 1037

2402 E 5th St, Unit 1584, Unit 1584

330 S Farmer Ave

420 W 1st St, Unit 313, Unit 313

906 S Farmer Ave, Unit C, Unit C

700 W University Dr

731 W University Dr

1215 E Lemon St, Unit Lemon L, Unit Lemon L

528 W Howe St
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1214 S Roosevelt St, Unit B, Unit B

616 S Hardy Dr, Unit 239, Unit 239

137 E Vista del Cerro Dr

735 E Granada Dr

700 W 14th St

1130 W 9th St

1018 W 12th Pl

1455 E Cedar St

715 W 18th St

1023 W 18th St
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1368 W 14th St, Unit Room 3 Full Private Bath, Unit Room 3 Full Private Bath

1964 E Don Carlos Ave

2025 E Howe Ave

280 S Evergreen Rd, Unit 1377, Unit 1377

Furnished Studio-Phoenix - Airport - Tempe

688 W 1st St, Unit SI ID1263098P

701 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Unit SI ID1263093P

688 W 1st St, Unit SI ID1263086P

701 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Unit SI ID1263096P

1890 S Country Club Way, Unit SI ID1263109P
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1890 S Country Club Way, Unit SI ID1263149P

1890 S Country Club Way, Unit SI ID1263037P

1014 E Spence Ave, Unit 108

1111 W University Dr

850 S River Dr

140 E Rio Salado Pkwy

700 W University Dr, Unit 251

901 S Smith Rd

617 S Roosevelt St

1325 E Don Carlos Ave
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1324 W 13th St

120 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Unit 401

901 S Smith Rd

901 S Smith Rd

2402 E 5th St

1201 S McClintock Dr

1201 S McClintock Dr

1201 S McClintock Dr

1201 S McClintock Dr

1201 S McClintock Dr
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Tempe, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tempe?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85281 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,046 | $872 | $7,893 |
| 85281 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,928 | $775 | $10,448 |
| 85281 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,649 | $715 | $15,000 |
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How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in 85281?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in 85281 range from $775 to $18,065, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $775 to $10,448. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $715 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $715.
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