
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rio Rico, AZ from $700 (44 Rentals)
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422 Avenida Oriol, Unit 422 Avenida Oriol A

1859 Tijuana Ct

El Destino

Sterling Pointe Apartments

Las Brisas

Falcon Court Apartments

Highland Woods Apartments
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Sky Island

Mountain Vista

Sierra Carmichael Apartments

Solano Springs

Canyon Vista Apartment Homes

The Place at Desert Springs

The Axis Tucson

The Woods Apartments at Midvale Park
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Mountain Steppes Apartments

1800 E Fry Blvd

Vista Village Apartments

4410 Buena Loma Way

Garden Plaza Apartments

Suncrest Sierra Vista

Casa Antigua Condominiums

The Place At Savanna Springs
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604 Graham Ave

Copper Canyon

606 W Woodfield Ct

Diamond Elite Estates

Sierra Antigua Apartments

Casa Del Sol Apartments

Valencia Gardens Apartments

West Wood Village
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557 Graham Pl

Palomar

480 S Paseo Aguila

232 S Paseo Pena

133 S Paseo Pena

303 S Paseo Madera

Morris Duplex' Tucson

322 South La Cañada Drive
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390 N Calle De Las Profetas

478 Paseo Madera

Port Royale

14385 S Camino Vallado
Rio Rico, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rio Rico?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Rico Studio Apartments | $812 | $730 | $925 |
| Rio Rico 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $730 | $2,109 |
| Rio Rico 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $825 | $2,500 |
| Rio Rico 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $1,000 | $2,989 |
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Cheapest Available Rio Rico Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rio Rico, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sterling Pointe Apartments priced from $730. Highland Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rio Rico apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Pointe Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| Highland Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Falcon Court Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $740 |
| Sky Island | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Solano Springs | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Mountain Vista | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Sierra Antigua Apartments | 1x1 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $838 |
| The Place at Desert Springs | S2 | Studio,1BA | $839 |
| The Axis Tucson | 1+1 Down | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Canyon Vista Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rio Rico, AZ and Nearby
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rio Rico area is the $1.30 price per square foot 3C Model at Encantada La Estancia in the in the Rita Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Rio Rico apartment is the Spacious 3 Bed / 2 Bath – Family-Friendly & Con... Model at El Destino starting at $1,550 with a $1.16 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Rio Rico apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encantada La Estancia | 3C | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| El Destino | Spacious 3 Bed / 2 Bath – Family-Friendly & Con... | Studio ,2BA | $1.16 |
| 422 Avenida Oriol, Unit Oriol | 422 Avenida Oriol | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| Vista Village Apartments | The Peak (3 Bed/2 Bath) | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Port Royale | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Canyon Vista Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Mountain Steppes Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| West Wood Village | Spacious Modern 1BR/1BA Cassita Ground Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Sierra Antigua Apartments | 1x1 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Mountain Vista | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rio Rico Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rio Rico?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rio Rico is at Sterling Pointe Apartments listed at $730.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rio Rico Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rio Rico Apartment is $740 at Highland Woods Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rio Rico Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rio Rico is starting from $825 at Mountain Vista.
What is the most affordable Rio Rico Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rio Rico Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Canyon Vista Apartment Homes and starts from $1,000.
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