Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 11, 2026
Average rent in
Tempe, AZ
Average rent in
Last updated on November 11, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Tempe rent stands today
Tempe, AZ rent rose 4.8% year over year, with a current median of $1,795/month. Renters today are paying $82 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Tempe, AZ sits 5.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 447 total rentals offering a moderate-sized market for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Tempe rent for $1,099/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,280/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,545/month, 3-bedrooms for $2,225/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $2,800/month. These figures show the range across bedroom sizes in the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Optimist Park Se experienced a YoY rent decline of 74.8%, contrasting with the citywide rise of 4.8%. This steep drop indicates localized softness amid broader market growth in Tempe, AZ.
Median rent
Median rent in Tempe
$1,795/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Tempe is $1,795 per month as of November 2026. This is 6% below the national average rent, or $105 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Tempe
447
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Tempe rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Tempe, AZ
Average rent prices in Tempe have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Tempe, AZ
Rent prices in Tempe vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Tempe is $1,460, whereas a house costs $2,300. 1-bedroom apartments in Tempe run $1,315 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,512.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,099 | 5% | 5% | |
1 bedroom | $1,280 | 1% |  1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,545 | 2% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $2,225 | No Change | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,799 | No Change | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Alegre Community | $1,297 | |
Downtown Tempe | $2,022 | |
Gililland | $1,825 | |
Kyrene Superstition | $1,665 | |
Ntna Cavalier Hills | $1,983 | |
Optimist Park Ne | $2,450 | |
Pepperwood | $1,616 | |
Riverside | $1,503 | |
Sunset | $1,595 | |
University Heights | $1,274 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,460 | 2% | 3% | |
Condos | $1,499 | 5% | 12% | |
Houses | $2,300 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $955 | 4% | 9% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,099
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,280
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,545
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,225
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,799
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
Riverside
Average rent
$1,503
Sunset
Average rent
$1,595
University Heights
Average rent
$1,274
Downtown Tempe
Average rent
$2,022
Ntna Cavalier Hills
Average rent
$1,983
Alegre Community
Average rent
$1,297
Gililland
Average rent
$1,825
Kyrene Superstition
Average rent
$1,665
Pepperwood
Average rent
$1,616
Optimist Park Ne
Average rent
$2,450
Apartments
Average rent
$1,460
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,499
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
12%
Houses
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$955
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
9%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Tempe, AZ, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Tempe, AZ compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Tempe and Chandler by all bedroom counts and property types.
Tempe
6%lower than the national median
21%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Tempe, AZ is 22% lower than the median rent in Chandler, AZ.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$2,300
5%$2,600
2%$2,299
3%$1,825
5%$1,670
7%$9,950
18%$2,095
$1,649
3%$2,427
12%$3,000
$2,800
$1,975
1%Discover rentals in Tempe, AZ
1d ago
House for rent in Tempe
1939 E Concorda Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 1
2d ago
1849 E Manhatton Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Tempe
505 W Howe St, Tempe, AZ 85281
5 beds
2 baths
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
9h ago
825 S River Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
1–2 beds
1 bath
$895–$949
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
University Heights house for rent in Tempe
900 S Una Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
3 beds
2.5 baths
$11,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
3h ago
Verified
555 N College Ave, Tempe, AZ 85288
1–4 beds
1–4 baths
$2,799–$9,664
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Holdeman house for rent in Tempe
1027 W 19th St, Tempe, AZ 85281
4 beds
2.5 baths
$7,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Brentwood-Cavalier house for rent in Tempe
332 E Geneva Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282
5 beds
2 baths
$5,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
7h ago
Verified
615 E Weber Dr, Tempe, AZ 85288
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,687–$2,697
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
600 E Curry Rd, Tempe, AZ 85288
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,667–$2,627
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
909 W Grove Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85283
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,307–$2,054
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 10
19h ago
Verified
1655 E Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,399–$1,800
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
19h ago
Verified
1655 E Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,399–$1,800
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
600 E Curry Rd, Tempe, AZ 85288
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,667–$2,627
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
909 W Grove Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85283
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,307–$2,054
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 10
19h ago
Verified
1655 E Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,399–$1,800
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2185 E Howe Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,695–$2,280
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
16h ago
Verified
801 E Mckellips Rd, Tempe, AZ 85288
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,358–$2,615
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 8
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Frequently asked questions for Tempe, AZ
Quick answers to common questions about the Tempe rental market.
How much is rent in Tempe?
The average rent in Tempe is $1,795 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Tempe?
Average rent prices in Tempe have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
How does Tempe rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Tempe is 6% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $105 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Tempe?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Tempe are University Heights ($1,274/mo), Alegre Community ($1,297/mo), and Riverside ($1,503/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Tempe?
To comfortably afford rent in Tempe, you'd need to earn approximately $72,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Tempe?
December offers the best rental opportunities in Tempe, with the lowest seasonal prices and reduced competition among renters. June sees the highest rents, with roughly a 9.5% difference between peak and off-peak months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).