
2 Bedroom Homes for Rent in the 85281 ZIP Code of Tempe, AZ (67 Rentals)


729 W University Dr

731 W University Dr

2402 E 5th St, Unit 1584

901 S Smith Rd, Unit 1037

1811 E Apache Blvd, Unit 3072

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1890 S Country Club Way, Unit SI ID1263109P

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1890 S Country Club Way, Unit SI ID1263149P

1014 E Spence Ave, Unit 108

140 E Rio Salado Pkwy
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1201 S McClintock Dr

1201 S McClintock Dr

1978 E Don Carlos

330 S Beck Ave

1203 W University Dr

908 W 2nd St

731 W University Dr

1215 E Lemon St

616 S Hardy Dr

510 W University Dr
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1245 W 1st St

425 W Rio Salado Pkwy

423 S Terry Ln

563 W 6th St

1023 W 5th St

283 S Roosevelt St

530 W 17th St

435 W Rio Salado Pkwy

140 E Rio Salado Pkwy

2035 S Elm St, Unit 244
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1221 N 85th Pl

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602 North May-SI ID1545661P, Unit SI ID1545661P

610 E Gilbert Dr, Unit 209

610 E Gilbert Dr, Unit 224

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2100 S Priest Dr, Unit SI ID1386549P

1332 N Miller Rd, Unit A

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1950 E Broadway Rd, Unit SI ID1263104P

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2100 S Priest Dr, Unit SI ID1386547P

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711 W Broadway Rd, Unit SI ID1366979P

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711 W Broadway Rd, Unit SI ID1366976P
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109 E Broadway Rd, Unit SI ID1366965P

111 N Phyllis-202, Unit 202

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1950 E Broadway Rd, Unit SI ID1263100P

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8521 E McDowell Rd, Unit SI ID1374247P

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2044 S Willow Creek Apartment, Unit SI ID1263140P

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8521 E McDowell Rd, Unit SI ID1374249P

1254 N 85th Pl

1350 N 85th Pl

1241 N 48th St, Unit Apt 210

985 N Granite Reef Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tempe?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85281 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,997 | $872 | $8,830 |
| 85281 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,811 | $775 | $9,933 |
| 85281 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,755 | $725 | $13,500 |
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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 $26,497, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $775 to $9,933. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $725.
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