Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rio Rico, AZ from $500 (26 Rentals)
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450 Via Lechuza

Highland Woods Apartments

Sierra Carmichael Apartments

Garden Plaza Apartments
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Las Brisas

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West Wood Village

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307 1st St

508 North Ave

793 W Mesa Verde Dr
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797 W Mesa Verde Dr
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rio Rico?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Rico Studio Apartments | $783 | $665 | $1,300 |
| Rio Rico 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $709 | $2,025 |
| Rio Rico 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $850 | $2,375 |
| Rio Rico 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,000 | $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. Garden Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $709. 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 |
| Garden Plaza Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $709 |
| Falcon Court Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $740 |
| Diamond Elite Estates | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Sierra Carmichael Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Sterling Pointe Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Casa Bella | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Mountain Steppes Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $806 |
| The Axis - Tucson Apartments | 1+1 Up | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| The Place at Desert Springs | S2 | Studio,1BA | $847 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rio Rico, AZ and Nearby
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rio Rico area is the $1.05 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Suncrest Sierra Vista in the starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Rio Rico apartment is the The Peak Model at Vista Village Apartments starting at $1,321 with a $1.26 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suncrest Sierra Vista | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Vista Village Apartments | The Peak | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Encantada Saguaro National | 1A - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Port Royale | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Vista Del Norte | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Sierra Antigua Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 450 Via Lechuza, Unit C | 450 Via Lechuza | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| West Wood Village | 645 SQ FT 1BR/1BA Modern Casitas 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Diamond Elite Estates | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Sterling Pointe Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Getting Around Rio Rico, AZ
Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 $709 at Garden Plaza 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 $850 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 Vista Del Norte and starts from $1,169.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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