Welcome to the best living in Tempe, AZ! Just minutes from the heart of downtown Tempe, Emerson Square offers the apartment and community amenities that you have been searching for. Browse our studio, 1 and 2 bedroom options and reach out to schedule a tour with our leasing team. As a resident, you will enjoy upgraded cabinets and fixtures, kitchen appliance packages with dishwasher, disposal, range, and refrigerator, wood plank vinyl flooring throughout, air conditioning and ceiling fans, and washers and dryers in select homes. The Tempe area is also in no shortage of beautiful outdoor spaces for all of our nature and outdoors lovers. Join our Tempe apartments today and come home to Emerson Square.
The office will be closed for the Holidays: New Years Day 01/01/26, Martin Luther King Day 01/20/26, Memorial Day 05/26/25, Juneteenth 06/19/25, Independence Day 07/04/25, Labor Day 09/02/25, Thanksgiving 11/28/25, Day after Thanksgiving 11/29/25, Christmas 12/25/25.
Status: Special offer
Expires November 30, 2026
Expires November 30, 2026
Expires November 30, 2026
Apartment building
1-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Covered parking
Air conditioning (central)
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit 126 1 bd, 1 ba | 540 | Nov 10 | $997 |
Unit 291 1 bd, 1 ba | 540 | Nov 10 | $997 |
Unit 263 1 bd, 1 ba | 540 | Dec 10 | $997 |
Unit 165 1 bd, 1 ba | 540 | Jan 10 | $997 |
Unit 254 2 bd, 1 ba | 755 | Dec 10 | $1,125 |
Unit 133 2 bd, 1 ba | 755 | Dec 11 | $1,125 |
Unit 180 2 bd, 2 ba | 868 | Nov 10 | $1,325 |
What's special
Clubhouse
Get the party started
This building features a clubhouse. Less than 20% of buildings in Tempe have this amenity.
Upgraded cabinets and fixtures
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 9 am - 6 pm |
| Sat: | 10 am - 5 pm |
| Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Club House
- Fitness Center
Other
- Hot Tub
- Laundry: Shared
- Swimming Pool
Outdoor common areas
- Barbecue
- Gazebo
- Patio
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Security
- Controlled Access
- Gated Entry
- Night Patrol
Services & facilities
- 24 Hour Maintenance
- Bicycle Storage
- On-Site Management
- Online Maintenance Portal
- Online Rent Payment
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Garbage Disposal
- Microwave Oven
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan
- Central Air Conditioning
Flooring
- Linoleum
- Vinyl
Heating
- Electric
Internet/Satellite
- Cable TV Ready
- High-Speed Internet Ready
Other
- Carpeted Living Areas
- Individual Climate Control
- Kitchen Appliance Package
- Patio Balcony
- Walk In Closets
- Wood Style Flooring
Policies
Parking
- Covered Parking
- Parking Lot
Lease terms
- Flexible
- Less than 1 year
- One year
- Six months
Special Features
- Conveniently Located Close To Local Dining, Shopping, & Entertainment
Neighborhood: University Heights
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Somewhat WalkableTransit Score®
 / 100
Good TransitBike Score®
 / 100
Biker's ParadiseNear Emerson Square
- Coffee houses within a 10-minute drive include Starbucks, King Coffee, Coyote Coffee Café, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Kona 13 Coffee & Tea and Cortez Coffee Company.
- Arizona State University-Tempe, located within 5 minutes by car, features a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
- Republic Ramen, less than a 15-minute walk away, offers a variety of unique ramen noodle dishes as well as udon noodles and rice bowls.
- Improv Comedy Club, hosting live stand-up and improv comedy performances and providing in-theater dining, is less than a 5-minute drive.
- 30, 62, 81 and MERC are within a 10-minute walk.
- LTRL is within a 10-minute walk.
Nearby schools in Tempe
Cecil Shamley School
Grades PK-8 • 2.1 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Student Progress Rating
4/10McClintock High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.5 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
7/10Student Progress Rating
9/10Living in Tempe
University Heights is a residential area in Tempe, with a warm, dry desert climate and a setting shaped by the city’s broad streets and low-rise neighborhoods. Its location offers access to Arizona State University’s Tempe campus and the surrounding mix of cafés, restaurants, shops and cultural venues; nearby Tempe Town Lake and the city’s parks add room for walking, cycling and outdoor time. Local errands are possible by foot or bike on some routes, while Valley Metro light rail and bus service connect the area with other parts of Tempe and the Phoenix metro. The University Heights neighborhood has a median rent of $1,247 per month and a typical range of $675 to $6,500, based on 20 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Emerson Square located, and what is the neighborhood like?
Emerson Square is located at 1701 E 8th St in University Heights, Tempe, AZ. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Four Peaks Brewing Company, Haji-Baba, and Infusion Coffee & Tea.
What is the average rent in Tempe, AZ?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the University Heights neighborhood of Tempe is currently $1,247 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to Emerson Square?
The schools assigned to Emerson Square include Cecil Shamley School and McClintock High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Emerson Square?
Emerson Square is located near 2 grocery stores, including El Paisano Market (0.7 miles) and Safeway (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including World Market, are approximately 0.8 miles away.
What is the minimum and maximum rent for Emerson Square?
The total price for an apartment unit in Emerson Square ranges from $997 to $1,325. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
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