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Student Housing in Tempe

Tempe thrives as Arizona's premier college town, where thousands of students create a vibrant, energetic community centered around academic life. With over 40 housing options strategically positioned near major universities including Arizona State University, Rio Salado College, and Sonoran Desert Institute, you'll find convenient living just steps from campus. The Mill Avenue district pulses with student-friendly restaurants, trendy cafes, and lively bars that define the social scene. Whether catching a bite between classes or unwinding with friends on weekends, everything you need is within walking distance or a quick transit ride. Tempe's excellent public transportation system connects housing areas seamlessly to campus, making commutes effortless even without a car. The student-centric neighborhood features affordable, modern apartments and shared housing designed specifically for academic life, complete with study spaces, high-speed internet, and community lounges. From casual study spots to late-night hangouts, Tempe's infrastructure supports the dynamic lifestyle students crave. Living here means joining a community where education, social connection, and urban convenience intersect—the ideal foundation for an unforgettable college experience.

Housing Overview

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Tempe, AZ
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What to Know About Tempe

Key highlights for students considering Tempe

40 student housing options near campus provide diverse choices

Multiple universities in area including ASU create vibrant student community

Tempe's central location offers easy access to Phoenix metro amenities

Mill Avenue district features abundant restaurants and student dining

Active nightlife scene with bars and entertainment venues for students

Competitive housing market with options across various price points

Student Life in Tempe

# Student Life in Tempe, Arizona Tempe stands out as a vibrant college town that perfectly blends academic excellence with endless entertainment. Home to Arizona State University's campus immersion program alongside Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe, Rio Salado College, and Sonoran Desert Institute, this city pulses with youthful energy and academic opportunity. The city offers abundant student housing options—over 40 choices ranging from dormitories to shared apartments—making it easy to find affordable accommodations. Popular neighborhoods like Maple-Ash and the Mill District feature walkable streets, trendy cafes, and proximity to campus facilities. These areas attract students seeking community and convenience without excessive commuting. Tempe's job market welcomes student workers, with opportunities at local retailers, restaurants, and the universities themselves. Many positions offer flexible scheduling perfect for academic schedules. The social scene thrives year-round. Mill Avenue buzzes with restaurants, bars, and shops catering to student preferences. The Tempe History Museum, Desert Botanical Garden, and nearby hiking trails provide diverse entertainment options. Seasonal events like Tempe Butte summer concerts and the annual Rocktoberfest create vibrant community experiences. Compared to other college towns, Tempe offers reasonable living costs. Arizona's lack of state income tax provides modest financial relief, though housing prices have risen recently. What truly distinguishes Tempe is its unique desert culture—monsoon seasons, stunning sunsets, and outdoor recreation define student life here. The proximity to Phoenix expands entertainment and career networking opportunities, making Tempe an ideal destination for students seeking academic growth within an engaging, dynamic community.

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24 Housing Options Nearby

Student Housing in Tempe

University Towers

Tempe, AZ · Built 1986 · 173 units
4.0(26)
B
Near Tempe

University Towers is a 173-unit student housing community located at 525 S Forest Ave in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 1.0 mile from Bryan University. Built in 1986, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, a game room, volleyball court, business center, and controlled access.

Location B+Reputation B+Amenities D
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBusiness CenterCable TvGatedElevator+7 more

Nine20 Tempe

Tempe, AZ · Built 1969 · 260 units
4.0(77)
B-
1.7 mi from campus

Nine20 Tempe is a 260-unit student housing community located at 920 S Terrace Rd in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 1.7 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1969, the property features fully furnished units with full kitchens, granite countertops, and dishwashers. Amenities include 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, dog park, bike storage, business center, community lounge, and a convenience store.

Location BReputation B+Amenities C-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness CenterLounge+17 more

University Pointe

Tempe, AZ · Built 1964 · 96 units
3.0(41)
B
1.9 mi from campus

University Pointe is a 96-unit student housing community located at 919 E Lemon St in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 1.9 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1964, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, basketball court, clubhouse, business center, and 24/7 maintenance. Units feature air conditioning, dishwashers, ceiling fans, and balcony patios.

Location BReputation B-Amenities B
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBasketballBBQ AreaBusiness Center+34 more

Yugo Tempe Villas

Tempe, AZ · Built 1987 · 358 units
3.0(96)
C+
2.1 mi from campus

Yugo Tempe Villas is a 358-unit student housing community located at 1111 E Apache Blvd in Tempe, AZ, approximately 2.1 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1987, the property offers fully furnished units with full kitchens and dishwashers, along with amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, game room, hot tub, jogging trail, bike storage, and business center. The community provides 24/7 maintenance and controlled access.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities C-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness CenterClubhouse+17 more

ōLiv Tempe

Tempe, AZ · Built 2020 · 268 units
4.0(85)
B
Near Tempe

ōLiv Tempe is a 268-unit apartment community located at 704 S Myrtle Ave in Tempe, Arizona, just 0.4 miles from Arizona State University's Campus Immersion. Built in 2020, the community offers fully furnished units with full kitchens, granite countertops, and in-unit amenities including dishwashers and garbage disposals. Residents have access to a fitness center, clubhouse, business center, high-speed internet, and controlled access security.

Location A-Reputation B+Amenities C
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBusiness CenterCable TvCeiling FansClubhouse+21 more

Park Terrace Apartments

Tempe, AZ · Built 1963 · 40 units
3.0(17)
B
Near Tempe

Park Terrace Apartments is a 40-unit apartment community located at 1011 E Orange St in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 0.7 miles from Arizona State University's Campus Immersion. Built in 1963, the community offers amenities including full kitchens with dishwashers, air conditioning, heating, balcony patios, a dog park, gated access, and a community lounge with 24/7 maintenance available.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities C+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioCable TvLoungeGated+25 more

Sakara Villas at Tempe

Tempe, AZ · Built 1969 · 38 units
1.0(18)
C+
Near Tempe

Sakara Villas at Tempe is a 38-unit apartment community located at 910 E Lemon St, just 0.5 miles from Arizona State University's Campus Immersion. Built in 1969, the property offers units equipped with full kitchens, in-unit washer/dryer, and amenities including 24/7 maintenance, on-site management, a BBQ grill, and a picnic area.

Location B+Reputation D+Amenities C-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBBQ AreaCeiling FansDishwasherFreezer+17 more

Parq on 5th Apartments

Tempe, AZ · Built 1967 · 196 units
3.0(4)
B+
Near Tempe

Parq on 5th Apartments is a 196-unit apartment community located at 805 W Brown St in Tempe, AZ, approximately 0.9 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1967, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, along with common areas such as a clubhouse, community lounge, and courtyard. Units feature air conditioning, balcony patios, carpet, and ceiling fans, with additional community amenities including a basketball court, bike storage, and business center.

Location B+Reputation BAmenities A
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBasketballBBQ Area+47 more

Riverside

Tempe, AZ · Built 1985 · 164 units
3.0(34)
B-
Near Tempe

Riverside is a 164-unit apartment community located at 625 W 1st St in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 0.7 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1985, the property offers in-unit amenities including full kitchens, dishwashers, washer/dryer, air conditioning, and heating. Community amenities include a fitness center, hot tub, clubhouse, coffee bar, business center, high-speed internet, and cable TV.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities C-
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBusiness CenterCable TvCeiling FansClubhouse+18 more

West 6th

Tempe, AZ · Built 2006 · 375 units
3.0(64)
B
Near Tempe

West 6th is an apartment community located at 115 W 6th St in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 1.0 mile from Bryan University. Built in 2006, the property contains 375 units and offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balconies, a dog park, bike storage, a business center, and a clubhouse with conference facilities.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities A-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness Center+39 more

The Place On Jentilly

Tempe, AZ · Built 2016 · 33 units
4.0(13)
B
Near Tempe

The Place On Jentilly is a 33-unit apartment community located at 1717 S Jentilly Ln in Tempe, approximately 0.9 miles from Arizona State University's Campus Immersion. Built in 2016, the property offers in-unit amenities including full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals, in-unit washer/dryer, and air conditioning, along with community features such as a fitness center, business center, courtyard, and BBQ grill.

Location B+Reputation B+Amenities C
24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBusiness CenterCable Tv+20 more

West Fifth Apartments

Tempe, AZ · Built 1973 · 40 units
4.0(14)
B
Near Tempe

West Fifth Apartments is a 40-unit apartment community located at 601 W 5th St in Tempe, AZ, approximately 0.9 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1973, the property offers amenities including air conditioning, full kitchens with dishwashers, covered parking, a fitness center, community lounge, and gated access. The community features a courtyard, BBQ grill, bike storage, and cable TV service.

Location B+Reputation B+Amenities C+
Air ConditioningBBQ AreaBike StorageCable TvCarpetLounge+26 more

Tempe Terrace Apartments

Tempe, AZ · Built 1965 · 39 units
3.0(28)
B
Near Tempe

Tempe Terrace Apartments is a 39-unit apartment community located at 1130 E Orange St. in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 0.8 miles from Arizona State University's Campus Immersion. Built in 1965, the property offers fully furnished units with amenities including 24/7 maintenance, 24-hour fitness center, high-speed internet, gated community access, and a dog park.

Location B+Reputation B-Amenities C+
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBike StorageCable Tv+26 more

Manzanita Hall

Tempe, AZ · Built 1966 · 241 units
3.0(16)
C+
1.3 mi from campus

Manzanita Hall is a 241-unit student housing property located at 600 E University Dr in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 1.3 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1966, the property offers air conditioning, heating, full kitchens with range ovens, laundry facilities, storage, controlled access, and wheelchair accessibility.

Location BReputation B-Amenities D
Air ConditioningGatedFull KitchenHeatingLaundryRange Oven+2 more

Apollo Tempe

Tempe, AZ · Built 1969 · 326 units
3.0(67)
B
2.0 mi from campus

Apollo Tempe is a 326-unit apartment community located at 1100 E Apache Blvd in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 2.0 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1969, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and fitness facilities, basketball court, dog park, clubhouse, business center, and in-unit features such as air conditioning, dishwasher, and cable TV.

Location BReputation B-Amenities B+
24 7 Maintenance24hr FitnessAir ConditioningBasketballBBQ AreaBusiness Center+36 more

Studio 710 Apartments

Tempe, AZ · Built 1975 · 239 units
3.0(42)
B-
1.1 mi from campus

Studio 710 Apartments is a 239-unit apartment community located at 710 S Hardy Dr in Tempe, AZ, approximately 1.1 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1975, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, business center, clubhouse, full kitchens with dishwashers, and recreational facilities such as a basketball court and bike storage. 24/7 maintenance and air conditioning are available throughout the community.

Location BReputation B-Amenities B-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBasketballBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness Center+30 more

Paseo on University Student Housing & Apartments Near ASU

Tempe, AZ · Built 1985 · 510 units
3.0(142)
B
1.7 mi from campus

Paseo on University is a 510-unit apartment community located at 1255 E University Dr in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 1.7 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1985, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, dog park, business center, controlled access, and various in-unit features such as air conditioning, dishwasher, and balcony patios.

Location BReputation B-Amenities B
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness Center+34 more

Avana Tempe Apartments

Tempe, AZ · Built 1982 · 376 units
4.0(53)
B-
2.8 mi from campus

Avana Tempe Apartments is a 376-unit community located at 30 W Carter Dr in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 2.8 miles from Sonoran Desert Institute. Built in 1982, the property offers amenities including in-unit washer/dryer, fitness center, dog park, hot tub, coffee bar, and high-speed internet access.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities C-
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBusiness CenterCeiling FansCoffee Bar+18 more

Eastridge Apartments

Tempe, AZ · Built 1981 · 334 units
4.0(12)
B
2.0 mi from campus

Eastridge Apartments is a 334-unit apartment community located at 1522 E Southern Ave in Tempe, AZ, approximately 2.0 miles from Arizona State University's Campus Immersion. Built in 1981, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, fitness center, business center, covered parking, and fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals.

Location BReputation B+Amenities B-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBBQ AreaBusiness CenterCable TvCarpet+29 more

The Mod at Mills

Tempe, AZ · Built 2023 · 113 units
4.0(7)
B
2.6 mi from campus

The Mod at Mills is a 113-unit apartment community located at 5300 S Priest Dr in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 2.6 miles from Rio Salado College. Built in 2023, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, basketball court, dog park, community lounge, full kitchen with granite countertops, and 24/7 maintenance.

Location C+Reputation B+Amenities B
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBasketballBBQ AreaCable TvCarpet+33 more

Vue Nineteen 01

Tempe, AZ · Built 1983 · 289 units
2.0(49)
C
2.8 mi from campus

Vue Nineteen 01 is a 289-unit apartment community located at 1901 E Apache Blvd in Tempe, AZ, approximately 2.8 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1983, the property offers amenities including a fitness center, dog park, hot tub, clubhouse, and 24/7 maintenance. Units feature full kitchens, air conditioning, balcony patios, and cable TV.

Location C+Reputation CAmenities C
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBreakfast BarCable Tv+23 more

Thrive Tempe Apartments

Tempe, AZ · Built 1968 · 110 units
2.0(49)
B-
1.9 mi from campus

Thrive Tempe Apartments is a 110-unit apartment community located at 1137 E Orange St. in Tempe, approximately 1.9 miles from Bryan University. Built in 1968, the community offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, full kitchens, air conditioning, a dog park, gated access, and common spaces such as a community lounge and courtyard.

Location BReputation CAmenities B+
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaCable TvCeiling Fans+35 more

Union Tempe

Tempe, AZ · Built 2018 · 407 units
4.0(58)
B+
1.1 mi from campus

Union Tempe is a 407-unit apartment community located at 712 S Forest Ave in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 1.1 miles from Bryan University. Built in 2018, the property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance, air conditioning, balconies, a dog park, bike storage, a clubhouse, and in-unit features such as dishwashers and double vanities.

Location BReputation B+Amenities A-
24 7 MaintenanceAir ConditioningBalcony/PatioBBQ AreaBike StorageBusiness Center+41 more

The Access

Tempe, AZ · Built 2009 · 408 units
3.0(94)
C+
2.6 mi from campus

The Access is a 408-unit apartment community located at 1811 E Apache Blvd in Tempe, Arizona, approximately 2.6 miles from Bryan University. Built in 2009, the community offers amenities including fitness center, game room, basketball court, dog park, EV charging stations, and controlled gated access. Units feature full kitchens with dishwashers, granite countertops, hardwood floors, and private balcony patios, with air conditioning throughout.

Location C+Reputation B-Amenities C-
Air ConditioningBalcony/PatioBasketballClubhouseLoungeGated+16 more
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