
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oro Valley, AZ from $800 (38 Rentals)
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Catalina Crossing Apartments

Saddle Ridge

Pusch Ridge Apartment Homes

La Reserve Villas

8271 N Oracle Rd

Linda Vista Luxury Rentals

Mountain Village

Casas Adobes Apartments
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Peak at Oro Valley

Rock Ridge Apartment Homes

Villas at Montebella

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Arches at Oracle

Le Mirage Apartments

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Park Place Apartments

Oro Vista

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Olympus at Arroyo Verde

6 W Greenock Dr, Unit 6C

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Pima Canyon

Encantada Tucson National

Encantada Steam Pump

604 W Roller Coaster Rd, Unit 604 Roller Coaster Rd, Unit 604 Roller Coaster Rd

10684 N Stromboli Ave
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Agave Apartments

6301 N Barcelona Ct

Villa Cielo Cortaro

Sunnyslope Apartments

Mission Palms

629 W Las Lomitas Rd

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6368 N Willowhaven Dr

10675 N Kilimanjaro Ave
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Orange Tree Village

3002 W Country Ranch Dr
Oro Valley, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oro Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oro Valley Studio Apartments | $1,012 | $869 | $1,434 |
| Oro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $840 | $1,670 |
| Oro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $1,051 | $1,975 |
| Oro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,429 | $4,575 |
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Cheapest Available Oro Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oro Valley, AZ is a Studio unit found at Casas Adobes Apartments in the La Canada - Magee neighborhood priced from $869. Agave Apartments in the La Canada - Magee neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $908. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oro Valley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casas Adobes Apartments | 1-STU | Studio,1BA | $869 |
| Agave Apartments | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $908 |
| The Overlook At Pusch Ridge | Pima | 1BR,1BA | $923 |
| Saddle Ridge | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $958 |
| Peak at Oro Valley | 1A One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,028 |
| Rock Ridge Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,087 |
| Villas at Montebella | 1A | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Arches at Oracle | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Ridgeline Apartment Homes | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Le Mirage Apartments | Sausalito | 2BR,2BA | $1,139 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oro Valley, AZ
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oro Valley area is the $1.32 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Orange Tree Village in the in the La Canada - Magee neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Oro Valley apartment is the Flor Model at Villas at San Dorado starting at $1,695 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Cortona at Rancho Vistoso neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oro Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Tree Village | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Villas at San Dorado | Flor | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Oro Vista | El Platino | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Park Place Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath DELUXE | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Golf Villas Apartments | Sunset | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Pusch Ridge Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Small | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Villas at Montebella | 1A | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Mission Palms | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Le Mirage Apartments | Sausalito | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| The Overlook At Pusch Ridge | Pima | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Best Local Schools in Oro Valley, AZ
Painted Sky Elementary School
Canyon Del Oro High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oro Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oro Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oro Valley is at Casas Adobes Apartments listed at $869.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oro Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oro Valley Apartment is $908 at Agave Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oro Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oro Valley is starting from $1,077 at Saddle Ridge.
What is the most affordable Oro Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oro Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arches at Oracle and starts from $1,524.
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