Off-Campus Housing & Apartments near Arizona State University (ASU), Tempe Campus

Welcome to off-campus living at Arizona State University. If you're just now heading to Tempe to go to school, congratulations! If you're already enrolled at ASU but you're looking to move off campus into Tempe this semester, you've come to the right place. ForRentUniversity.com® offers helpful advice for students and parents, plus up-to-date listings of the best apartments near Arizona State. But when you're an excited college student, you might have more pressing questions on your mind. How's student life in Tempe, Arizona? What are the best neighborhoods for ASU students? Read on for the details in our Arizona State off-campus guide.

Arizona State University is one of the largest public universities by enrollment in the United States, so it has a booming reputation and lots of student involvement opportunities. ASU was ranked the Most Innovative School in the country by US News in 2017, and it just hit a huge milestone: more than 100,000 students enrolled. About 30,000 of those students are online only, but ASU also has five other campuses besides the main one in Tempe: Downtown Phoenix, Thunderbird, Polytechnic, West, and Lake Havasu City. ForRentUniversity.com and ForRent.com can help you find apartments near those campuses, too. Sports are big at ASU, of course. The Sun Devils, covering 24 varsity sports, are an important part of the ASU spirit. Even if you're not a player, the team pride is contagious, especially if you join “The Inferno” student section at Sun Devil Stadium.

ASU is located in Tempe, which is part of the Phoenix metro. The Phoenix area is one of the United States' fastest-growing metropolitan areas, which means there are endless things to do here. Tempe itself has a booming tourism industry, hosting events like the Arizona Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon and attractions like Tempe Marketplace. Tempe has a great relationship with ASU, considering that ASU is the top employer in the city. ASU's popularity in Tempe likely also has something to do with the fact that the university has over 400,000 alumni. Famous former ASU students include TV host Jimmy Kimmel, “Wonder Woman” actress Lynda Carter, and Jan Henne, who won two gold medals and set an Olympic record in competitive swimming. ASU is basically its own neighborhood in Tempe, considering how large it is. Nearby neighborhoods include University Park, Riverside, and Maple-Ash. To the north, the campus is bordered by Tempe Town Lake. Tempe is a beautiful city with hundreds of things to do, from the nationally renowned Changing Hands bookstore to the theatrical ASU Gammage to the prestigious Four Peaks Brewing Company.

Staying Safe in Tempe

Any time you move to a new place it can be a scary experience, not only for you but also for your parents! Staying safe in your new home, whether you're just moving out of your parents' house or you're moving into Tempe for the first time, should be a priority for everyone. ASU understands the worry that often comes along with moving into a new area, which is why it provides its own security force in the form of the Arizona State University Police Department. The ASUPD offers safety training classes, provides a safety escort service on the Tempe campus if you need to do something after hours, and has emergency call boxes positioned across the campus that connect directly to the ASUPD communications center. For more peace of mind, especially in your off-campus housing, ForRentUniversity.com lets you sort apartments near ASU for safety and privacy features, including parking, individual locking bedrooms, and controlled access.

University Park

If you're looking for a quick commute and a bit of an old-world feel, consider trying out University Park. It's the only Tempe neighborhood listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but it's also a great place to have some fun. Whether you're interested in the Vine Tavern & Eatery, which caters directly to ASU students, or a hipster breakfast experience at The Normal Diner, you can find something to do in University Park.

Jen Tilly Terrace

Though it's a bit farther away from ASU than University Park, Jen Tilly Terrace is still an extremely close neighborhood, and people are just as friendly here. The neighborhood is already well-developed, which means you won't have to deal with construction – a big plus when you're commuting! While you're here, try a delicious cup of coffee at Press Coffee, which you can even order as a monthly subscription directly to your home!

Riverside

If you're looking for a historic place where you can walk, bike, and bus anywhere you're interested, Riverside is a great place for you. The historic neighborhood is a unique place to live that feels like stepping into the past. Try dinner at Culinary Dropout, an incredibly popular place with the locals, or take a virtual trip across the pond and try the Cornish Pasty Co., which serves classically English pasties.