
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rio Rico, AZ from $600 (39 Rentals)
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Highland Woods Apartments

Las Brisas

Mountain Vista

216 N Canyon Dr

Sierra Carmichael Apartments

Sterling Pointe Apartments

Garden Plaza Apartments

The Place at Desert Springs
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Casa Bella

Mountain Steppes Apartments

Sky Island

Falcon Court Apartments

Solano Springs

The Axis - Tucson Apartments

The Woods Apartments at Midvale Park

540 North Ave
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West Wood Village

Vista Village Apartments

604 Graham Ave

Suncrest Sierra Vista

4208 Ave Palermo

Casa Antigua Condominiums

The Place At Savanna Springs

Diamond Elite Estates

Sierra Antigua Apartments
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Casa Del Sol Apartments

Valencia Gardens Apartments

797 W Mesa Verde Dr

Palomar

557 Graham Pl

2536 N Corinthian Garden Dr

303 S Paseo Madera

Port Royale

Morris Duplex' Tucson
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262 S Paseo Cerro

478 Paseo Madera

420 Cam Mojado
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 | $778 | $665 | $819 |
| Rio Rico 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $730 | $2,025 |
| Rio Rico 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,315 | $825 | $2,677 |
| Rio Rico 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,978 | $900 | $2,705 |
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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 Highland Woods Apartments priced from $665. Mountain Vista has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rio Rico apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Woods Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| Mountain Vista | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Sterling Pointe Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Garden Plaza Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| The Place at Desert Springs | S2 | Studio,1BA | $794 |
| Casa Bella | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $802 |
| Mountain Steppes Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $806 |
| Sierra Antigua Apartments | 1x1 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $838 |
| Solano Springs | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 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 May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rio Rico area is the $1.33 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Port Royale in the starting from $1,510. The second greatest value Rio Rico apartment is the Spacious Modern 2BR/1BA Casita one of the large... Model at West Wood Village starting at $999 with a $1.09 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Royale | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| West Wood Village | Spacious Modern 2BR/1BA Casita one of the large... | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| El Destino | Charming 2 Bed / 1 Bath Apartment Available! | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Canyon Vista Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Vista Village Apartments | The Canyon (1 Bed/1 Bath) | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Axis - Tucson Apartments | 2+1 Down | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Sierra Antigua Apartments | 1x1 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Casa Bella | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Sterling Pointe Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Solano Springs | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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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 Highland Woods Apartments listed at $665.
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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