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1215 E Vista Del Cerro Dr,
Tempe, AZ 85281
$1,280 - $1,620
1-3 Beds
Lakeside Drive Apartments
500 W 1st St,
Tempe,
AZ
85281
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Bedrooms
2 bd
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Bathrooms
2 ba
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Square Feet
1,031 - 1,240 sq ft
Lakeside Drive Apartments
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Highlights
- Bike-Friendly Area
- Waterfront
- Dry Cleaning Service
- Roof Terrace
- Cabana
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Planned Social Activities
- Controlled Access
About Lakeside Drive Apartments
Rethink upscale apartment living. The 3 bedroom penthouses, studios, 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms at Lakeside Drive Apartments are like nothing you've ever experienced. Deluxe in-home features combine with high-tech community amenities to create a breathtaking living experience.
Lakeside Drive Apartments is an apartment community located in Maricopa County and the 85281 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Tempe School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Complimentary Resident Beach Cruisers
- DuChateau Hardwood Flooring*
- Easy Access To State Farm, ASU, Loop 202
- En-Suite Bathrooms with Dual Vanities*
- European-Style Cabinets with Brushed Nickel Pulls
- Fire Pits
- Gourmet Kitchens with Gas Stovetops
- Granite Countertops
- Modern Cabinetry
- Modern Tile Backsplash
- Online Resident Portal, 24/7 Maintenance
- Outdoor Grilling Areas
- Package Concierge, Parking Garage
- Parking Concierge
- Pool House, Interior Corridors, Fire Pit
- Smartphone Resident System, Transit TV
- Soaring 19-Foot Ceilings*
- Spacious Studios, One- and Two-Bedroom Apartments, and Penthouse Residences
- USB Charging Outlets
- Walkable To Shops, Dining, Entertainment
- Wine Refrigerators*
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Concierge
Clubhouse
Roof Terrace
Controlled Access
Recycling
Grill
Property Services
- Wi-Fi
- Controlled Access
- Property Manager on Site
- Concierge
- Recycling
- Renters Insurance Program
- Dry Cleaning Service
- Online Services
- Planned Social Activities
Shared Community
- Clubhouse
- Multi Use Room
- Disposal Chutes
- Conference Rooms
- Corporate Suites
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Walking/Biking Trails
Outdoor Features
- Fenced Lot
- Roof Terrace
- Cabana
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Waterfront
- Lake Access
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Island Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Double Vanities
- Tub/Shower
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
500 W 1st St,
Tempe,
AZ
85281
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
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Tempe | Tempe, AZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,385 | $1,332 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,614 | $1,478 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,847 | $1,705 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,194 | $2,350 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 8.1 mi |
Lakeside Drive Apartments is within 5 minutes or 1.6 miles from Arizona State University. It is also near Arizona State Univ., Tempe and Gateway Community College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
417 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
373 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
692 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,430 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
33 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Tempe include Tempe Beach Park/Rio Salado, located 0.3 mile from Lakeside Drive Apartments. Lakeside Drive Apartments is near Phoenix Sky Harbor International, located 4.4 miles or 9 minutes away, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, located 25.0 miles or 38 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 40 min | 28.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Phoenix Sky Harbor International
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.4 mi |
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Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
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Drive: | 38 min | 25.0 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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Soundscore™
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Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Lakeside Drive Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
Lakeside Drive Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Desert Arboretum Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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ASU Center for Meteorite Studies
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi |
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Papago Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.3 mi |
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Phoenix Zoo
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.3 mi |
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Desert Botanical Garden
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
Lakeside Drive Apartments has 5 parks within 3.5 miles, including Desert Arboretum Park, ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, and Phoenix Zoo.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.9 mi |
Lakeside Drive Apartments has 3 hospitals within 5.9 miles, the nearest is O.A.S.I.S. Hospital which is 5.0 miles away and a 9 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 40 min | 30.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 108 min | 82.7 mi |
Lakeside Drive Apartments has 3 military bases within 82.7 miles, the nearest is Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Air Guard Station which is 8.0 miles away and a 15 minute drive.
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500 W 1st St
Tempe, AZ 85281