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3601 S 16th St, Tucson, AZ 85713

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Santa Cruz

3601 S 16th St
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 346-4496
Santa Cruz in Tucson, AZ - Building Photo
  • 2 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,025 Pricing
  • 702 Square Feet

About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz apartments - A Community You'll Love to Call Home Experience comfortable living at Santa Cruz Apartments. Our well-maintained community offers beautiful grounds and convenient amenities designed to fit your lifestyle. Community amenities include: -Refreshing swimming pool -Basketball court -Playground -Convenient on-site laundry facilities -Beautiful landscaped grounds Santa Cruz Apartments also offers convenient freeway access, making it easy to reach nearby shopping centers, dining, and entertainment. This 132-unit gated Tiempo community offers studios, one-, and two--bedroom apartments in a park-like atmosphere with spacious grounds with a sparkling, resort-style pool and spa with sun deck, gazebo with barbecue grill, large playground, basketball court, covered parking, and on-site staff. With so many options for fun, you’ll only need to leave the grounds for classes, dining, and shopping, all of which are a snap to get to from Santa Cruz. The property is centrally located in South Tucson, at 3601 S. 16th Avenue just off Interstate 19. And with the nearest Sun Tran bus stop just one-half block away, travel couldn’t be easier. Plus, Santa Cruz is less than 10 minutes to Pima Community College, Pueblo Magnet High School, Wakefield Middle School, Charles Hollinger Elementary School, Kino Recreation Center, Kino Stadium, Spectrum Mall, and endless parks, libraries, churches, and museums Stop by today or call to schedule your personal tour and learn more about our great move in specials!

Santa Cruz is located in the Ward 5 Neighborhood and 85713 Zip code of Tucson, AZ. This community is professionally managed by Tiempo Development & Management

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Bowling Alley Next Door
  • Chuze Gym 2 Minute Walk
  • Covered Parking
  • Dog Friendly
  • Green Lush Grass
  • Located In Walking Distance To Fry’s
  • Pet Friendly
  • Resort-style Pool And Spa With Sun Deck,
  • Screen Doors
  • Section 8 Accepted
  • Shopping Plaza Next Door
  • Walk In Closets
  • Walking Distance To Pueblo Highschool

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:30 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Santa Cruz offers 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,025 and having 702 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 2 Bedrooms

      Two Bedroom

      $1,025

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 702 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,025Available NowTwo Bedroom702 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Ceiling Fans
      • Heating
      • High Speed Internet Access

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal
      • Island Kitchen
      • Pantry

      Living Space

      • Carpet
      • Vinyl Flooring

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $1,025
    Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Property Information

    • 132 Units
    • 2 Stories
    • Built in 1984

    Lease Terms

    • 12 Months
    • Short Term Lease Options

    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.

    Required Fees

    One-Time Basics

    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Applicant.$50.00

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Cats
    • 1 Pet Limit
    Dogs
    • 1 Pet Limit
    • 20 Lb Weight Limit
    Restrictions:

    Call office for breed restriction.

    Parking Info and Fees

    CoverediOne space per unit.
    • 1 Max

    Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Maintenance On Site
    • Planned Social Activities
    • Hearing Impaired Accessible
    • Property Manager On Site
    • Online Services
    • Laundry Service
    • 24 Hour Access
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Garden

    Community Features

    • Walk Up

    Outdoor Features

    • Grill
    • Courtyard
    • Sundeck
    • Picnic Area
    • Gated
    • Patio

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Spa
    • Basketball Court
    • Walking/Biking Trails
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Playground
    • Pool

    Interior Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Shower
    • Heating
    • Framed Mirrors
    • Cable Ready
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Island Kitchen
    • Warming Drawer
    • Disposal
    • Dishwasher
    • Eat In Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Instant Hot Water
    • Kitchen

    Living Area Features

    • High Ceilings
    • Walk In Closets
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
    • Large Bedrooms
    • Linen Closet
    Google Map

    Map

    3601 S 16th St, Tucson, AZ 85713

    Getting Around

    • 50 / 100 Fairly walkable

      Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

    • 30 / 100 Limited public transit

      Transit is available for some trips

    • 70 / 100 Moderately bikeable

      Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

      Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

    Scores provided by Local Logic details

    Getting to Know the Area

    • 70 / 100 Restaurants

      Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 50 / 100 Cafes

      Some cafés within a few minutes

    • 60 / 100 Nightlife

      Several bars within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Shopping

      Several shops within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Parks

      Large amount of park space nearby

    • 20 / 100 Noise Level

      Multiple sources of noise nearby

    Scores provided by Local Logic

    Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Cruz

    Where is Santa Cruz located?

    Santa Cruz is located at 3601 S 16th St near the Ward 5 area of Tucson, AZ

    What is the current rent range at Santa Cruz?

    2 Bedrooms at Santa Cruz is $1,025. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for Santa Cruz are
    • Monday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Thursday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Friday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.4

      The Santa Cruz Apartments are 11.7% cheaper than the average apartment in the Ward 5 area, and 29.5% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Ward 5 Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$1,025$1,161-$136-11.7%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Tucson

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$1,025$1,453-$428-29.5%

      Methodology: On 08/07/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 149 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Santa Cruz (Ward 5), and 1489 other apartment communities in Tucson using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 08/07/2026

    • Active Lifestyle 3.2

      From fitness centers to pools to putting greens, Active Lifestyle apartments feature local listings with the most amenities that support an always active lifestyle.

      Rating Factors

      This 3.2-star Active Lifestyle rating is based on the following features:

      • Walking/Biking Trails
      • Basketball Court(s)
      • Bicycle Storage
      • Swimming Pool(s)
      • Planned Social Activities
      • Garden Style
      • Picnic Area
      • Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
      • Playground(s)
      • Storage Spaces
      • Patios
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    • Outdoors 3.4

      The Outdoors rating shows the apartment listings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com with the top amenities and features for renters who love the outdoor lifestyle.

      Rating Factors

      This 3.4-star Outdoors rating is based on the following features:

      • Walking/Biking Trails
      • Garden Style
      • Balconies
      • Patios
      • Picnic Area
      • Bicycle Storage
      • Storage Spaces
      • Grill(s)
      • Courtyard
      • Sundeck(s)
      • Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
      • Swimming Pool(s)
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    Nearby Schools

    Pueblo High Magnet School

    Tucson Unified District
    3500 South 12th Avenue
    Public School - Grades 6-12 (1815 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
    6/10

    Miles-Exploratory Learning Center

    Tucson Unified District
    1400 East Broadway Boulevard
    Public School - Grades PK-8 (285 Students)
    In Attendance Zone7 minute drive / 3.3 miles away
    9/10

    Hollinger Elementary School

    Tucson Unified District
    150 West Ajo Way
    Public School - Grades PK-8 (541 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
    3/10

    Utterback Middle School

    Tucson Unified District
    3233 South Pinal Vista
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (270 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.7 miles away
    3/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Santa Cruz.

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens

    1900 S 6th Ave
    4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away

    Target

    1225 W Irvington Rd
    4 minute drive / 1.48 miles away

    Walmart

    1260 NW Tucson Marketplace Blvd
    4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Pima Community College - Desert Vista Campus

    5901 South Calle Santa Cruz
    5 minute drive / 2.46 miles away

    Pima Community College - Community Campus

    401 North Bonita Avenue
    6 minute drive / 3.21 miles away

    Pima Community College - West Campus

    2202 West Anklam Road
    8 minute drive / 3.97 miles away

    Groceries

    Food City

    1740 W Ajo Way
    3 minute drive / 1.29 miles away

    Fry's

    2001 E Irvington Rd
    5 minute drive / 2.46 miles away

    Albertsons

    1350 N Silverbell Rd
    9 minute drive / 4.3 miles away

    Hospitals

    Banner - University Medical Center South Campus

    2800 East Ajo Way
    6 minute drive / 2.88 miles away

    St. Mary's Hospital

    1601 West St Mary's Road
    7 minute drive / 3.58 miles away

    Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus

    1625 North Campbell Avenue
    10 minute drive / 4.79 miles away

    Military Bases

    Tucson Airport Air Guard Station

    8 minute drive / 3.96 miles away

    Davis Monthan Air Force Base

    16 minute drive / 7.81 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Santa Cruz Village

    3693 S 16th Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.06 miles away

    12th & Ajo Shopping Center

    3717-3791 S 12th Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.19 miles away

    Santa Cruz Plaza

    3660 S 16th Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.23 miles away

    Santa Cruz has 5 shopping centers within 0.7 miles.

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Tucson Studio Apartments $944$550$2,599
    Tucson 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,124$595$4,363
    Tucson 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,453$679$5,494
    Tucson 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,800$559$6,918
    Tucson 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,575$575$9,472
    Tucson 5 Bedroom Apartments $1,560$715$10,000+

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