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850 South River Drive

850 South River Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281

Property Summary

This two-story townhouse features a split floor plan with vaulted ceilings in the great room and a wood-burning fireplace. The updated kitchen includes granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and black appliances. Residents enjoy a large gated patio with private exits from the downstairs bedrooms. The home is equipped with an in-unit full-size washer and dryer and includes an attached garage. Located in a gated community, the property provides access to a pool, spa, and playground. The community is situated near major freeways, shopping, and dining options.

Renter brief

At the source check, 1 unit were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 2-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $1,500/mo.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 21, 2026

The unit

Checked yesterday

$1,500 /mo
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,130 ft²
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How the rent compares

This building, 2 bd$1,500
Within 3 mi median$1,564

Source · 2,090 active 2-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 23, 2026

Renter facts, criterion by criterion

No overall grade — each row reflects only the fact and source shown.

Rent comparisonAverage

Within 4% of the 2-bedroom median within 3 mi

Source · 2,090 active 2-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 23, 2026

Transit accessStrong

0.5 mi straight-line distance to Smith-Martin/Apache Blvd

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

Building ageFact

Built in 1984

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 21, 2026

Amenities

  • No Pets Allowed

Policies & Fees

Fees & Deposits
One-time fees
Application fee$0
Security deposit$1,750

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 21, 2026

What's Around

  • Transit
    Smith-Martin/Apache Blvd · 0.5 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    Jolene Clark · 0.1 mi
  • Dining
    115 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    Escalante Community Center · 0.2 mi
  • University
    Arizona State University (Tempe campus) · 1.8 mi

Nearby Schools

Questions renters ask about this building

What deposit should I expect?

The security deposit is $1,750.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 21, 2026

How close is the nearest rail station?

Smith-Martin/Apache Blvd is 0.5 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.

Source · Transit map coordinates

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