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University Square
1011 E Lemon St,
Tempe,
AZ
85281
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Highlights
- Bike-Friendly Area
- Yard
- Pool
- Balcony
About University Square
University Square offers a combination of comfort and style. This property is situated at 1011 E. Lemon St. in Tempe. Living here, you'll have a wide selection of features and amenities. These include: high-speed internet access, smoke-free options, and yards. From amenities to floor plan options, the leasing team is available to help you find your perfect home. It's time to come home to University Square. Contact us or stop by the leasing office to see available floor plans.
University Square is an apartment community located in Maricopa County and the 85281 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Tempe School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Walk-Up
- Pool
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
High Speed Internet Access
Yard
Smoke Free
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
- Handrails
- Balcony
- Yard
1011 E Lemon 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 | $1,389 | $1,326 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,618 | $1,479 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,836 | $1,702 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,197 | $2,362 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.8 mi |
University Square is within 4 minutes or 1.3 miles from Arizona State Univ., Tempe. It is also near Arizona State University and Mesa C.C., Southern and Dobson.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
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 Rural/Apache, located 0.3 mile from University Square. University Square is near Phoenix Sky Harbor International, located 6.3 miles or 12 minutes away, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, located 22.7 miles or 34 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 6 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: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 41 min | 28.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Phoenix Sky Harbor International
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.3 mi |
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Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
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Drive: | 34 min | 22.7 mi |
Walkability Near University Square
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
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 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
Active
Soundscore™
73
/ 100
Traffic
ActiveAirport
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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 University Square.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
University Square has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 9-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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ASU Center for Meteorite Studies
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Desert Arboretum Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Papago Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi |
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Phoenix Zoo
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.4 mi |
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Desert Botanical Garden
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.5 mi |
University Square has 5 parks within 4.5 miles, including ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, Desert Arboretum Park, and Papago Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.2 mi |
University Square has 3 hospitals within 5.2 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 | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 8.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 43 min | 32.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 109 min | 87.4 mi |
University Square has 3 military bases within 87.4 miles, the nearest is Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Air Guard Station which is 8.7 miles away and a 16 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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1011 E Lemon St
Tempe, AZ 85281