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University Gardens

1019 E Lemon St, Tempe, AZ 85281 – Downtown Tempe

3.9 (1 review)

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3.9
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3.9 Blended Score

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
Studio Studio 0 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 450 SF Not Available
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About University Gardens

University Gardens offers a blend of quality and design. The 1019 E. Lemon St. location in the 85281 neighborhood of Tempe is perfectly situated for work or play. From pricing to features, the professional leasing staff is ready to help you find your dream apartment. Your new home awaits you at University Gardens. Contact us or stop in to see available floor plans.

University Gardens is an apartment community located in Maricopa County and the 85281 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Tempe attendance zone.

Community Amenities

Pool

Laundry Facilities

Furnished Units Available

Controlled Access

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Pool
  • Grill

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Microwave

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Dishwasher
  • Pantry
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Balcony

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Administrative Fee
    $0
  • Amenity Fee
    $0
  • Application Fee
    $0
  • Move-In Fee
    $0
  • Non-Cash Gift
    $0
  • Other
    $0
  • Satellite Fee
    $0

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Cable

Property Information

  • Built in 1965
  • 66 units/2 stories
  • Furnished Units Available
Location
Property Address: 1019 E Lemon St, Tempe,
AZ 85281
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Neighborhood

Formerly known as the Mill Avenue District, Downtown Tempe serves as the central hub for Tempe shopping, dining, nightlife, and recreation. Built around Arizona State University, the area thrives by embracing the college culture and building a city ideal for home, work and play. Several large businesses offer jobs in Downtown Tempe and housing ranges from quaint historical homes to modern waterfront condos and apartments for rent that overlook Tempe Town Lake.

Located 19 miles from Downtown Phoenix and close to other large suburbs, Downtown Tempe provides an accessible location for community events for residents across the Phoenix metropolitan area. Events such as the Tempe Festival of the Arts draw in nearly 225,000 visitors over a three-day weekend.

Learn more about living in Downtown Tempe 

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 510-511 Sq Ft $599 $1,588 $3,403
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 687-688 Sq Ft $900 $1,790 $3,584
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1027-1029 Sq Ft $850 $2,178 $5,138
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1356-1360 Sq Ft $875 $2,602 $5,860
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1539 Sq Ft $725 $1,727 $14,000
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Grill
  • Pool
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Dishwasher
  • Pantry
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Balcony
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $20
Dog Rent $20
One-Time
Cat Deposit $200
Dog Deposit $200
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer, Cable Included
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Arizona State University
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Arizona State Univ., Tempe
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Mesa C.C., Southern and Dobson
Drive: 11 min 5.2 mi
Alverno College
Drive: 11 min 5.7 mi
University Gardens is within 3 minutes or 1.3 miles from Arizona State Univ., Tempe. It is also near Arizona State University and Mesa C.C., Southern and Dobson.
Schools
Holdeman Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
388 Students
Nearby
2
Out of 10
Cecil Shamley School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
549 Students
Attendance Zone
3
Out of 10
McClintock High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,949 Students
Attendance Zone
5
Out of 10
The Aces-Tempe
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
125 Students
Nearby
Tempe Adventist Christian School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
443 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Tempe include Rural/Apache, located 0.3 miles from University Gardens. University Gardens is near Phoenix Sky Harbor International, located 6.3 miles or 12 minutes away, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, located 22.3 miles or 34 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Rural/Apache
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
University Dr/Rural Rd
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Dorsey Ln/Apache Blvd
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Paseo Del Saber/Apache
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
College Ave/Apache
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Maricopa
Drive: 40 min 28.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Phoenix Sky Harbor International
 Drive: 12 min 6.3 mi
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
 Drive: 34 min 22.3 mi

Walkability Near University Gardens

Very Walkable
80
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
65
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Biker's Paradise
100
Bike Score®
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from University Gardens.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Lemon Terrace Center
Walk: 1 min 0.1 mi
Tempe Sun Stop Plaza
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Apache-Dorsey Commercial Center
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
University Gardens has 3 shopping centers within 0.4 miles, which is about a 7-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
ASU Center for Meteorite Studies
 Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Desert Arboretum Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Papago Park
 Drive: 8 min 3.2 mi
Phoenix Zoo
 Drive: 11 min 4.4 mi
Desert Botanical Garden
 Drive: 10 min 4.5 mi
University Gardens has 5 parks within 4.5 miles, including ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, Desert Arboretum Park, and Papago Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Banner Desert Medical Center
Drive: 9 min 4.5 mi
Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center
Drive: 9 min 5.2 mi
O.A.S.I.S. Hospital
Drive: 11 min 6.9 mi
University Gardens has 3 hospitals within 6.9 miles, the nearest is Banner Desert Medical Center which is 4.5 miles away and a 9 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Air Guard Station
Drive: 16 min 8.7 mi
Luke Air Force Base
Drive: 43 min 32.1 mi
Gila Bend Air Force Station
Drive: 109 min 87.4 mi
University Gardens has 3 military bases within 87.4 miles, the nearest is Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Air Guard Station which is 8.7 miles away and a 16 minutes .
 
 
3.9
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3.9 Blended Score

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What neighborhood is the property located in?

University Gardens is in Downtown Tempe in the city of Tempe. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.4 mile of the property. Five parks are within 4.5 miles, including ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, Desert Arboretum Park, and Papago Park.

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