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Apartments for Rent in 85281, AZ

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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,421+
    1 bd $1,646+
    2 bd $2,241+
    Total monthly cost
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    Norte Town Lake Apartments

    909 E Playa Del Norte Dr., Tempe, AZ 85288
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,680
    1 bd $1,804+
    2 bd $2,259
    Total monthly cost
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    Trovita Rio

    4.5 (5)
    701 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,092+
    2 bd $1,363+
    Base rent
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    Paseo On University

    4.0 (86)
    1255 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,941+
    1 bd $1,685+
    2 bd $2,415+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Aura Watermark

    4.0 (16)
    420 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe, AZ 85288
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,562
    1 bd $1,828
    2 bd $2,397
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Novaire Tempe

    4.5 (1)
    1830 E Apache Boulevard, Tempe, AZ 85281
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials 16 units available
    Studio $1,250+
    1 bd $1,580+
    2 bd $1,995+
    Base rent
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    Skywater At Tempe Town Lake

    4.0 (5)
    601 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • Rent specials 14 units available
    Studio $971+
    1 bd $1,198+
    2 bd $1,123+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Villatree Apartments

    4.0 (10)
    1750 S Price Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,240+
    1 bd $1,335+
    2 bd $1,475+
    Base rent
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    Rio Paradiso

    3.5 (39)
    1033 N. Parkside Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,088+
    2 bd $1,305+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Ascent On Spence

    4.0 (4)
    1249 E Spence Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,499+
    2 bd $1,965+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    V On Broadway

    1890 S. Country Club Way, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • Rent specials
    1 bd $999
    2 bd $1,199
    Base rent
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    Butterfield Park

    4.0 (3)
    1215 S. Dorsey Ln, Tempe, AZ 85281
    Apply online • Parking • Pool
  • New Units Available 16 units available
    Studio $1,630+
    1 bd $1,527+
    2 bd $2,212+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Aubrey

    4.0 (23)
    1003 W Washington St, Tempe, AZ 85288
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,700+
    1 bd $1,903+
    2 bd $2,552+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    The Alyssa

    4.5 (10)
    98 S River Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,695+
    1 bd $1,751+
    2 bd $2,641+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    The Cameron

    4.5 (39)
    2062 E. Cameron Way, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • Rent specials
    2 bd $1,150
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Corsican

    1312 South Hardy Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $1,295
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Heights On Lemon

    5.0 (1)
    1224 E Lemon St, Tempe, AZ 85281
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Rent specials 25 units available
    1 bd $1,114+
    2 bd $1,295+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Asteria Apartment Homes

    3.5 (41)
    1975 University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • New Units Available 15 units available
    Studio $1,401+
    1 bd $1,488+
    2 bd $2,352+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Retreat At Rio Salado

    4.0 (46)
    2325 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85288
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  • Rent specials 144 units available
    Studio $1,742+
    1 bd $2,374+
    2 bd $3,321+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Shorehaven

    1306 Vista Del Lago Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,099+
    2 bd $1,039+
    3 bd $1,499+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Westmount At Downtown Tempe Apartments

    5.0 (3)
    615 S Hardy Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,760+
    1 bd $1,915+
    2 bd $2,421+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    SALT

    260 East Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 13 units available
    Studio $1,326+
    1 bd $1,369+
    2 bd $2,030+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Culdesac Tempe

    2025 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,666+
    1 bd $1,850+
    2 bd $2,658+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Vero

    4.5 (1)
    651 E 6Th St, Tempe, AZ 85281
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $1,099
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    University Park

    3.0 (1)
    1015 E University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85288
    Apply online • Parking • Pool
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $1,614+
    1 bd $1,621+
    2 bd $2,097+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Smith & Rio

    4.5 (1)
    1979 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85288
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in 85281 last updated?

Prices and availability in 85281 were last updated on 12 Nov 2026.

What are the best apartments in 85281?
What is the average rent in 85281?

The average rent in 85281 is $2,059.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in 85281?

The price range for a studio apartment in 85281 is between $867 and $5,393.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in 85281?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in 85281 is between $895 and $15,645.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in 85281?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in 85281 is between $995 and $9,039.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in 85281?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in 85281 is between $1,450 and $9,386.

What type of rental buildings are in 85281?

In 85281, 76% of the residents are renting compared to 24% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 40% of 85281's rentals, 49% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 10% are single-family rentals.

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