Sofia Apartments vs Villagio Furnished: Pet-Friendly Tempe Apartments Compared
Looking for a pet-friendly apartment on Baseline Road in Tempe? Sofia Apartments and Villagio Furnished Suites both sit along the Baseline corridor — but they serve very different lifestyles. Sofia offers traditional unfurnished apartments with zero pet rent and lower monthly costs. Villagio provides fully furnished suites with WiFi and in-unit washer/dryers at a premium. This side-by-side comparison breaks down pricing, amenities, floor plans and pet policies so you can pick the right fit.
Quick Comparison: Sofia Apartments vs Villagio Furnished
| Feature |
Sofia Apartments |
Villagio Furnished Suites |
| Address |
208 E Baseline Rd, Tempe AZ |
1133 W Baseline Rd, Tempe AZ |
| Unit Types |
1 & 2 Bedroom |
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom |
| Starting Rent |
$1,099/mo |
$1,304/mo |
| Size (sq ft) |
710 – 890 |
720 – 1,294 |
| Total Units |
~80 |
Medium |
| Pool |
Pool + Spa |
Resort-style pool |
| Fitness Center |
Yes |
State-of-the-art with TVs, weights, classes |
| Dog Park |
No |
Large pet park |
| Playground |
No |
Kids park |
| Gated Community |
No |
Yes |
| In-Unit W/D |
Select units |
All units |
| Free WiFi |
No |
Included |
| Night Patrol |
No |
Nightly |
| Pet Policy |
25 lbs limit — $0/mo pet rent |
Yes — breed restrictions apply |
| Move-In Specials |
Waived app fee + $99 deposit + up to 1 month free |
Up to 1 month free |
Floor Plans & Pricing
Sofia Apartments Floor Plans
| Floor Plan |
Bed/Bath |
Sq Ft |
Rent |
| Athena |
1 BR / 1 BA |
710 |
$1,299 |
| Bronte |
2 BR / 1 BA |
820 |
$1,299 |
| Calla |
2 BR / 2 BA |
890 |
$1,299 – $1,399 |
Villagio Furnished Suites Floor Plans
| Type |
Sq Ft |
Rent |
| 1 Bedroom |
720+ |
$1,304 |
| 2 Bedroom |
~900 |
~$1,600 |
| 3 Bedroom |
Up to 1,294 |
$2,100 |
Key Insight: A Sofia 2-bedroom is roughly $300/month less than a comparable Villagio 2-bedroom — that’s $3,600/year in savings. Villagio charges more because units come fully furnished with WiFi and in-unit washer/dryers included.
Amenities Breakdown
Sofia Apartments Amenities
- Sparkling pool + spa
- Fitness center
- On-site laundry (in-unit W/D in select homes)
- Covered parking available
- Pet-friendly — 25 lb limit, $0/mo pet rent
- Professional on-site management
- Maintenance team
- Quiet boutique community (~80 units)
Villagio Furnished Suites Amenities
- Resort-style swimming pool
- State-of-the-art fitness center with TVs, free weights, group classes
- Large off-leash dog park
- Kids playground / park
- Gated community with night patrol
- In-unit washer/dryer (all units)
- Free WiFi included
- Fully furnished suites
- Business center
- Covered parking & garages
Location Comparison: Drive Times from Baseline Rd
| Destination |
Sofia (min) |
Villagio (min) |
| ASU Tempe Campus |
10 |
12 |
| Tempe Marketplace |
8 |
12 |
| Arizona Mills |
5 |
8 |
| Kiwanis Park |
5 |
3 |
| Downtown Tempe / Mill Ave |
10 |
10 |
| Loop 101 Freeway |
5 |
8 |
| I-10 Freeway |
10 |
5 |
| Sky Harbor Airport |
15 |
15 |
Pet Policy Comparison
| Pet Detail |
Sofia Apartments |
Villagio Furnished |
| Dogs |
Yes — 25 lb limit |
Yes — breed restrictions |
| Cats |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pet Deposit |
$150 |
Contact for details |
| Pet Fee |
$150 |
Contact for details |
| Monthly Pet Rent |
$0/month |
Varies — $25–$50/mo |
| Dog Park |
No |
Large pet park |
The Bottom Line
Choose Sofia Apartments if you want:
- The lowest monthly rent on Baseline — starting at $1,099
- $0/month pet rent — no ongoing pet charges
- Pool + spa for year-round relaxation
- A quiet boutique community with ~80 units
- Aggressive move-in specials: waived app fee, $99 deposit, up to 1 month free
- Close to Loop 101 and Arizona Mills
Choose Villagio Furnished if you want:
- A fully furnished apartment — move in with just a suitcase
- Free WiFi and in-unit washer/dryer in every home
- A large off-leash dog park on-site
- Gated community with nightly security patrol
- Kids playground and family-friendly amenities
- 3-bedroom options up to 1,294 sq ft
Ready to Tour Sofia Apartments?
See why renters choose Sofia for affordable pet-friendly living on Baseline Road.
Current Move-In Specials: Waived application fee + $99 deposit + up to 1 month free rent. Contact us for details!
