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Apartments in 85281

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$725 - 835
Hidden Glen
818 W 3rd St Tempe, AZ
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Section 8
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$850 - 1,175
University Valley Apartments
1115 E Lemon St Tempe, AZ
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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12
$1,200 - 1,800
Brix
1424 South Jentilly Lane Tempe, AZ
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
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$920 - 1,175
The Standard
615 S Hardy Dr Tempe, AZ
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
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$3,000
The Muse At Tempe
1020 E Spence Ave Tempe, AZ
3 BR | Available Now
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6
$747 - 911
Parkside Apartments
825 S River Dr Tempe, AZ
1 - 2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Section 8
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15
$1,350 - 3,460
The Vertex
1050 S Terrace Rd Tempe, AZ
1 - 4 BR | Ask for Availability
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21
$1,120 - 2,920
Nexa
1221 E Apache Blvd Tempe, AZ
Studio - 3 BR | Available Now
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$1,300 - 1,695
Residences On Farmer
615 S. Farmer Tempe, AZ
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
Hayden Crossing Apartments Featuring A Move In Special Call For Details!
1923 E Hayden Ln Tempe, AZ
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,498 - 2,556
Boulevard 1900
1900 E Apache Blvd Tempe, AZ
2 - 4 BR | Ask for Availability
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$1,388 - 3,189
Agave
1718 S. Jentilly Lane Tempe, AZ
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$1,395
The Ivy
1116 E Lemon St Tempe, AZ
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,295
1117 E 8th St
Tempe, AZ
2 BR | Available Now
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 85281?

85281 apartments
Bed Type Average Rent Range
Studio $1,400 $850 - $2,180
1BR $1,640 $920 - $2,600
2BR $1,900 $1,200 - $3,180
3BR $2,960 $1,820 - $4,230
4+BR $3,010 $1,920 - $11,540
Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments are available in 85281 on Rentable.co?

Rentable.co has 134 apartments available for rent in 85281.

What is the average rent for an apartment in 85281?

The average rent for an apartment in 85281 is around $1,750 per month.

What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 85281?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 85281 is around $1,640 per month.

What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in 85281?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in 85281 is around $1,903 per month.

What is the average rent for a studio apartment in 85281?

The average rent for a studio apartment in 85281 is around $1,400 per month.

Find an Apartment in 85281
Are you searching for apartments for rent in 85281 Tempe, AZ? Look no further! Rentable provides rental information about the 85281 zip code. Currently, there are 995 units available for rent in this area. The average rent in 85281 is $1,780, with studio units starting at $850.

The top neighborhoods in 85281 include Jen Tilly Terrace, Alegre Community, and Hudson Manor. These neighborhoods offer a variety of amenities such as nearby parks, community centers, and convenient access to shopping and dining options.

Take a look at Rentable's apartments near 85281 and find the perfect rental that suits your needs and preferences. Whether you are looking for a cozy studio apartment or a spacious family home, there are options available to meet your requirements. Don't miss out on the opportunity to find your dream rental in 85281!

Tempe:
March Rent Report

Welcome to the March 2026 Tempe Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the March 2026 key findings and figures for the Tempe rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the pricing trends — one-bedroom, two-bedroom, year-over-year and month-over-month — in Tempe and surrounding areas and provide comparisons to the entire metro area, nearby cities and some of the most desirable and expensive cities in the United States. Take a look at the last 12 months of Tempe average rent prices in the chart below.

Monthly Rent Report

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Tempe Rent Prices Decrease From February to March

Tempe rent prices decreased over the last month. From February to March, the city experienced a 0% decrease for the price of a one-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Tempe one-bedroom apartments currently stands at $.

When we take a look at the two-bedroom comparison from February to March, Tempe experienced a 0% decrease for the price of a two-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Tempe two-bedroom apartments currently stands at $.

March Prices: Tempe vs. Surrounding Areas

Rent Prices in Tempe and Surrounding Areas

Rent prices have decreased in Tempe over the last month. But how have the surrounding areas fared when it comes to the recent volatility in apartment prices? Rent prices in 0 of the Tempe suburbs increased last month. On the other hand, 0 local areas experienced a decrease in the price of a one-bedroom apartment.

More key findings include:

  • Rents did not increase in any of the Tempe suburbs

  • Rents did not decrease in any of the Tempe suburbs.

March 2026 Pricing Trends: Tempe vs. National Comparisons

Tempe Rent Prices More Affordable Than Major Cities

Rent growth in Tempe over the past year has been declining. When compared to major cities nearby, along with some of the most expensive cities in the country, Tempe average rent prices appear to be relatively affordable for local residents.

The price for a Tempe one-bedroom apartment remains vastly more affordable than four of the largest cities in the United States — New York City, Washington, D.C. San Francisco and Los Angeles. And pricing compares quite similarly to nearby Midwest cities.

For more information about Tempe and surrounding area rent prices, take a look at the complete data set below.

Data set for Tempe and suburbs

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Methodology

Each month, using over 1 million Rentable listings across the United States, we calculate the median 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rent prices by city, state, and nation, and track the month-over-month percent change. To avoid small sample sizes, we restrict the analysis for our reports to cities meeting minimum population and property count thresholds.

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