Apartments For Rent in 85281
481 rentals
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Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,760 - $2,783/mo
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1-2 BathsSmith & Rio | 1979 E Rio Salado Pkwy #2069,
Tempe, AZ 85281
Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$1,692 - $3,656/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsModera Rio Salado | 835 W Rio Salado Pkwy #1-2095,
Tempe, AZ 85281
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,067 - $1,569/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsPaseo on University | 1255 E University Dr #122,
Tempe, AZ 85281
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PET FRIENDLYINCOME RESTRICTED$1,262 - $1,515/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsMeridian@101 Apartments | 2148 E Apache Blvd #1005,
Tempe, AZ 85281
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,200 - $1,295/mo2 Beds1 BathEvergreen on Hayden Lane Apartments | 1920 E Hayden Ln #207,
Tempe, AZ 85281
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$899 - $1,139/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathGrandes Cortes Apartments | 1150 W University Dr #a20ae89a1,
Tempe, AZ 85281
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,239 - $1,806/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsSkye At McClintock Station | 1831 E Apache Blvd #D-2158,
Tempe, AZ 85281
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,258 - $2,263/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsIMT Desert Palm Village | 1215 E Vista Del Cerro Dr #920305,
Tempe, AZ 85281
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$999 - $1,550/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathThe Regency Apartment Homes | 1100 E Lemon St #A105,
Tempe, AZ 85281
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Average Rent Trends in 85281
Rent in 85281 varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Apr 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | $1,895 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,895 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,780 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,788 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,795 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,800 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,701 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,720 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,809 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,800 |
| May 2026 | $1,895 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,899 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,289 | $1,500 | $2,500 | $2,895 | $1,899 |
| Townhomes | $1,150 | $1,995 | $2,695 | $3,300 | $2,400 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,250 | $1,477 | $2,345 | $2,200 | $1,477 |
| Houses | $1,200 | $1,775 | $2,400 | $2,950 | $2,800 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in 85281
- What is the average rent of an apartment in 85281?The average rent of an apartment in 85281 is $1,545 per month. This is about 20% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in 85281?The average rent of a house in 85281 is $2,800 per month. This is about 45% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in 85281?The average rent of a townhome in 85281 is $2,400 per month. This is about 24% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in 85281?In the last year, the average rent in 85281 was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,695 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in 85281?In the last year, the average rent in 85281 was highest in Apr 2025 when it was $1,900 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in 85281?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in 85281 is $1,289 per month. That is about $62 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in 85281?There are 391 available rental listings in 85281.
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