ASU Off Campus Apartments Tempe: A Student Renter's Guide

Arizona State University's Tempe campus sits in the center of one of the most student-saturated rental markets in the Southwest. Off-campus apartments near ASU range from budget-friendly older complexes to newer, amenity-rich buildings along Mill Avenue and Apache Boulevard.

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Neighborhoods Near ASU in Tempe

The area around Mill Avenue and University Drive has the densest concentration of student-friendly apartments, many within a 10-minute walk of campus entrances. Apartments near the Scottsdale Road corridor offer more amenities but higher rents, while complexes along Apache Boulevard tend to have the most competitive per-person pricing.

ASU Off Campus Apartments Tempe: Rental Costs and What to Expect

ASU off campus apartments Tempe students commonly rent are one- and two-bedroom units near the Valley Metro Light Rail line. One-bedrooms near Mill Avenue typically run $1,000–$1,400/month, while shared bedrooms in two- and three-bedroom units average $650–$900/person. Newer buildings with pools and rooftop amenities can exceed $1,600 for a one-bedroom.

Tips for Renting Near ASU

• The Valley Metro Light Rail has stops at Rural/University and Dorsey/Apache — proximity to the line matters.

• Tempe summers are extreme; verify that A/C units are modern and properly sized for the unit.

• Ask about lease-break fees before signing; ASU's academic calendar does not always align with standard move-in dates.

• Use Off-Campus Universe to compare verified ASU Tempe listings and find roommates.

  
  

For a full overview, read the Off-Campus Housing Guide: Arizona State University.

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