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Melrose Gardens

1320 S Hardy Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281

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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Property Information

  • Built in 1974
  • 16 units/2 stories

About Melrose Gardens

Experience Tempe living at Melrose Gardens. You'll find this community on S Hardy Dr in Tempe. From amenities to floor plan options, the professional leasing staff will assist you in finding the best floor plan for your lifestyle. Stop by the leasing office to talk about renting your new apartment.

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

Apartment Features

  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
Location
1320 S Hardy Dr, Tempe,
AZ 85281
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
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.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Downtown Tempe Tempe, AZ
Studio $1,381 $1,336
1 Bedroom $1,585 $1,478
2 Bedrooms $1,848 $1,725
3 Bedrooms $3,133 $2,392

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 543-544 Sq Ft $750 $1,521 $4,906
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 712-713 Sq Ft $875 $1,747 $6,376
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1021-1023 Sq Ft $950 $2,044 $8,050
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1418-1421 Sq Ft $775 $2,785 $7,587
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1649 Sq Ft $725 $2,026 $15,000
Amenities
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Arizona State University
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Arizona State Univ., Tempe
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Gateway Community College
Drive: 9 min 4.8 mi
Mesa C.C., Southern and Dobson
Drive: 13 min 7.0 mi
Melrose Gardens is within 4 minutes or 1.7 miles from Arizona State University. It is also near Arizona State Univ., Tempe and Gateway Community College.
Schools
Holdeman Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
417 Students
Attendance Zone
Geneva Epps Mosley Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
692 Students
Attendance Zone
Tempe High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,430 Students
Attendance Zone
Evit - Tempe High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Banner Children's Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
33 Students
Nearby
Tempe Adventist Christian School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Tempe include Eleventh St/Mill, located 1.0 miles from Melrose Gardens. Melrose Gardens is near Phoenix Sky Harbor International, located 5.1 miles or 11 minutes away, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, located 23.8 miles or 35 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Eleventh St/Mill
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
University Dr/Ash
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
College Ave/Apache
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Fifth St/Ash
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Ninth St/Mill
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Maricopa
Drive: 37 min 27.3 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Phoenix Sky Harbor International
 Drive: 11 min 5.1 mi
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
 Drive: 35 min 23.8 mi

Walkability Near Melrose Gardens

Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Melrose Gardens.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Broadway Village Shopping Center
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Tempe Plaza
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Tempe Broadway Center
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Melrose Gardens has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 11-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
 Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
Desert Arboretum Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Phoenix Zoo
 Drive: 10 min 4.0 mi
Desert Botanical Garden
 Drive: 9 min 4.2 mi
Papago Park
 Drive: 11 min 4.3 mi
Melrose Gardens has 5 parks within 4.3 miles, including ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, Desert Arboretum Park, and Phoenix Zoo.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Aurora Behavioral Healthcare - Tempe
Drive: 9 min 4.5 mi
O.A.S.I.S. Hospital
Drive: 10 min 5.2 mi
Banner Desert Medical Center
Drive: 11 min 6.1 mi
Melrose Gardens has 3 hospitals within 6.1 miles, the nearest is Aurora Behavioral Healthcare - Tempe which is 4.5 miles away and a 9 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Air Guard Station
Drive: 12 min 6.8 mi
Luke Air Force Base
Drive: 41 min 31.3 mi
Gila Bend Air Force Station
Drive: 105 min 86.1 mi
Melrose Gardens has 3 military bases within 86.1 miles, the nearest is Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Air Guard Station which is 6.8 miles away and a 12 minute drive.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Melrose Gardens have in-unit laundry?

Melrose Gardens does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at Melrose Gardens?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Melrose Gardens?

Parking is available at Melrose Gardens. Contact this property for details.

Is Melrose Gardens pet-friendly?

Melrose Gardens does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does Melrose Gardens have move-in specials?

Melrose Gardens is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does Melrose Gardens offer Matterport 3D tours?

While Melrose Gardens does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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