1255 E University Dr #1018, Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 643 sqft

1255 E University Dr #1018, Tempe, AZ 85281

Home Highlights

Apartment
Built in 1987
643 sqft
Open Parking

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1255 E University Dr #1018.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Explore comfortable and stylish one-bedroom student apartments at Paseo on University, perfect for independent living near ASU.
1255 E University Dr #1018, Tempe, AZ 85281 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 643 sqft apartment built in 1987. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2026 with an asking price of $1,070 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 17, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,304/month.
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Home Details for 1255 E University Dr #1018

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3
Fireplace & Spa
Hot Tub or Spa

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1987
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 15 MonthsAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
Parking: Covered Open, On Site

Building

Community rooms
Fitness Center

Additional Information

GatedPool

Comparable Sales for 1255 E University Dr #1018

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1111 E UNIVERSITY Drive #224, Tempe, AZ
0.07
Apartment
$220,000
10/24/25
1
1
631 sqft
1005 E 8TH Street #3004, Tempe, AZ
0.14
Apartment
$282,000
08/31/26
2
1
730 sqft
1125 E BROADWAY Road #102, Tempe, AZ
1.08
Apartment
$180,000
03/24/26
1
1
617 sqft
154 W 5TH Street #105, Tempe, AZ
1.24
Apartment
$255,000
04/07/26
1
1
666 sqft
154 W 5TH Street #129, Tempe, AZ
1.24
Apartment
$282,500
09/10/26
1
1
666 sqft
154 W 5TH Street #137, Tempe, AZ
1.27
Apartment
$262,000
07/01/26
1
1
666 sqft
911 S Casitas Dr #A, Tempe, AZ
0.81
Apartment
$280,000
11/26/25
2
2
1,006 sqft
945 E Playa Del Norte Dr, Tempe, AZ
0.87
Apartment
$389,000
05/22/26
2
2
1,094 sqft
945 E PLAYA DEL NORTE Drive #4020, Tempe, AZ
0.85
Apartment
$450,000
02/19/26
2
2
1,208 sqft
945 E Playa Del Norte Dr, Tempe, AZ
0.87
Apartment
$450,000
03/03/26
2
2
1,208 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Tempe

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,304/mo
Average rent
$2.02K
$130MoM
Available listings
1001
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Tempe

At least 1318 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 25 % Say there's wildlife

  • 23 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "Have a car and traffic on the freeways is very heavy"
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  • Jdimmel
    "Easy to get onto major freeways if you work downtown"
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  • Cainiac
    "Tempe is a very large area. Even a zip code like 85281 can vary. I live in the ASU area near 1st and University. Walkable to Whole-foods and many restaurants. Tempe Beach is like an oasis. "
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  • Karen Orton
    "Its walkable, nice park around the corner, houses are well maintained and there is no HOA. "
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  • Louise Marin
    "Great walking areas. Dog play areas in the surrounding parks. Well lit areas for evening activities. "
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  • Trulia User
    "You should Still be watching your kids outside even if if seems safe. Live in ā€œniceā€ ā€œgated and securedā€ apartments and still many crimes occur in a short amount of time. "
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  • Patrice Trotter
    "Iā€™ve lived in this area for 9 months, itā€™s been quiet and friendly. With easy access for parking and convenient access to laundry and well maintained facilities."
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  • Rs70asn
    "Many families. Great parks and greenbelts. Friendly. Stores and restaurants nearby. Great schools nearby"
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  • Thomas Burke
    "I live in this neighborhood, but you never see your neighbors and everyone in the backyard. All the walls are black wall walls. Itā€™s not like back east where you see your neighbors and people sit on their front porches."
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  • Thomas Burke
    "I really donā€™t know my neighbors. Everybody keeps themselves and Iā€™ve lived here a year. There is nice places to walk I do feel safe in this neighborhood and everything we could want is within driving distance "
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  • Emely Zambrano
    "Nice neighbors and itā€™s close to a lot of great restaurants and stores. Tempe is in the middle of everything. Itā€™s a great location close enough to ASU but not close enough to be part of a college town. "
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  • Rachel Belcher
    "The parks hold a lot art events that bring the neighborhood together. Very family/friendly oriented. "
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  • Miguel L
    "Tempe is like dog heaven. Every corner you turn youā€™ll see someone walking their dog. There are also tons of waste bags located around the area I live in and at the lake. "
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  • Destiny Garcia
    "Park events and church events they seem like fun havenā€™t been to one yet but the neighborhood seems kind"
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  • Hfbbhb7s4b
    "Not that bad. Can take major roads or freeway to Phoenix downtown, or light rail. Itā€™s possible to use public transportation to light rail, as well as to city hall, ASU, Tempe Marketplace. Commute is usually-22 minutes. "
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  • Manuel Rodriguez
    "great parks and nice families. there is lovely houses near the neighborhood and lots of markets and stores and parks and water parks "
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  • Alejandro Martinez
    "I live right next to Southern and it is one of the most congested streets in Tempe. itā€™s so noisy sometimes at night with cars revving their engines in the middle of the night for no reason whatsoever. "
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  • Aj.martinez2000
    "Dog owners have access to a dog park as long as they have all forms and registrations completed and up to date. "
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  • Julie
    "Dog park nearby and friendly folks at the park. Some unhoused people at the park at times but generally pleasant."
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  • Nancy Benitez
    "All dog owners like about this area because theirs a trail to walk the dogs and all the apartments are dog friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes most definitely but watch of rattlesnake during the summer months. But the community is kind and well organized "
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  • Trulia User
    "great scenic views and a variety of trees, flora, and rock formations in a private neighborhood.love the outdoors and local restaurants and fresh produce markets."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great community. A lot of friendly neighbors walking their dog. Never had an issue with someoneā€™s dog."
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  • Trulia User
    "People don't know how to control their dogs sometimes. There are a lot of people who get very upset seeing dogs being walked on 110+ degree pavement."
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  • Trulia User
    "don't live here. but it's great when I visit. I live 10 minutes from my office never had an issue "
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  • Trulia User
    "The Tempe Orbit comes through the neighborhood often but I just drive my personal car. There seems to be some bus stops nearby as well."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is safe and fairly quiet, downside would be number of rental homes. I have lived in the area 49 years."
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  • Trulia User
    "I love the neighborhood for its safe walking trails. I can take a walk at any time of day or evening and it always feels safe. There are plenty of lights and always someone out walking their dogs. I love that itā€™s kid friendly and all the properties are well maintained. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Itā€™s close to the high school, you can hear the high school band on football game nights, itā€™s cute."
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  • Trulia User
    "I use an electric car and occasionally the light rail to get to work and other places. but I do see public transportation all the time "
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  • Trulia User
    "People speed down these streets even with the speed bumps and the curb parking makes visibility a challenge. "
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  • Trulia User
    "this neighborhood has an amazing elementary school and community center..the community here is very quiet and nice "
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for several years and have never experienced any issues. Sure you have some bad seeds but thatā€™s everywhere you go. But everyone is friendly and kids are out playing. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A short pleasant trip with many interesting sights and places to shop and or visit. Including many Restaurants and the Tempe Library on the way"
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  • Trulia User
    "We help each other. Raised our kids together. This neighborhood seems to understand it takes a village. and we have each other's backs in a crisis. it neighborhood is also culturally diverse. and our neighborhood has all afe ranges living it. We are near ASU and downtown Tempe, which is very charming. "
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  • Nicole B.
    "Events in the park; movies, live music, food trucks, b2b events, dog runs and other parade or charity fundraisers "
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  • Amymc.clubtattoo
    "No special events that I know of. I live in a nice, friendly, safe neighborhood that is very dog friendly. Lots of parks. Tempe is just a nice place to live. šŸ˜€"
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  • Victorya V.
    "The events that are held at Kiwanis park , like movie night or the new water park. I have enjoyed living in Tempe"
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  • Iceman8593
    "Great place for young people. Right by asu and Scottsdale makes for awesome living. Being young here makes you want to achieve more and flourish just by your surroundings. "
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  • Kelly W.
    "I like all the festivals at Tempe Beach Park. I also enjoy that I can walk practically anywhere. Tempe does a great job at celebrating holidays."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 17, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$974
Aug 12, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$974
Price decreased by 1%
Aug 10, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$983
Price decreased by 1%
Aug 6, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$989
Price decreased by 1%
Aug 4, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,002
Price decreased by 2%

Frequently asked questions about 1255 E University Dr #1018

  • Is Tempe a buyer's or seller's market?
    Tempe is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Tempe?
    The median sale price in Tempe is $461K. That is down $1.5K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Tempe?
    Residents describe Tempe, AZ as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Tempe, AZ.
  • What are the closest schools to 1255 E University Dr #1018?
    The closest schools to 1255 E University Dr #1018 in Tempe, AZ are Cecil Shamley School (Pre-K/Elementary/Middle, rated 4/10), McClintock High School (rated 8/10).
  • Does 1255 E University Dr #1018 have a pool?
    Yes, 1255 E University Dr #1018 in Tempe, AZ has a pool.
  • Does 1255 E University Dr #1018 have parking?
    Yes, 1255 E University Dr #1018 in Tempe, AZ has on-site parking.

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