Apartments in 85281
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Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,672 - $2,664/mo
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1-2 BathsSmith & Rio | 1979 E Rio Salado Pkwy #2025,
Tempe, AZ 85281
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Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,692 - $3,631/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsModera Rio Salado | 835 W Rio Salado Pkwy #1-2095,
Tempe, AZ 85281
Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 19 HRS AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,163 - $1,874/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsPaseo on University | 1255 E University Dr #180,
Tempe, AZ 85281
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Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,729 - $3,074/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Local Tempe Luxury Apartments | 750 S Ash Ave #7036,
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$1,099 - $1,449/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThrive Tempe Apartments | 1137 E Orange St #W114,
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$1,299 - $2,249/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsSkye At McClintock Station | 1831 E Apache Blvd #D-2148,
Tempe, AZ 85281
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,260 - $2,110/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$1,470 - $3,905/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsSkywater at Tempe Town Lake | 601 W Rio Salado Pkwy #4061,
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 decreased in Apr 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Feb 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $1,387 |
| Jun 2025 | $1,414 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,295 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,351 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,368 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,351 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,362 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,329 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,323 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,321 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,504 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,388 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 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 | $1,319 | $1,500 | $2,399 | $2,850 | $1,895 |
| Townhomes | $1,150 | $1,895 | $2,500 | $3,500 | $2,250 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,250 | $1,499 | $2,250 | $850 | $1,500 |
| Houses | $1,000 | $1,899 | $2,400 | $2,889 | $2,795 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Apartments and Condos for rent in 85281
- What is the average rent of an apartment or condo in 85281?The average rent of an apartment or condo in 85281 is $1,542. Rent prices range from $675 to as much as $6,100, depending on the type of apartment or condo.
- How does the rent of an apartment or condo in 85281 compare to the national average?Average rent of an apartment or condo in 85281 is about 19% lower than the national average rent of $1,910 for an apartment or condo. That means it is less expensive to rent an apartment or condo in 85281 compared to the U.S. average.
- What is the average rent of an apartment or condo in 85281, by number of bedrooms?The average rent of an apartment or condo in 85281 is $1,094 for a studio, $1,270 for a 1 bedroom, $1,466 for a 2 bedroom, $2,165 for a 3 bedroom, and $8,024 for a 4 bedroom.
- How have rent prices of an apartment or condo in 85281 changed compared to last year?In the past year, the average rent price of an apartment or condo in 85281 has increased by $498. That means the average rent of an apartment or condo is 32% higher than last year.
- How many apartments or condos are available to rent in 85281?There are 215 available apartments or condos to rent in 85281.
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