Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rio Rico, AZ from $500 (30 Rentals)

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El Destino Apartments
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

El Destino Apartments

1271 W Frontage RdRio Rico, AZ 85648
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Diamond Elite Estates
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Diamond Elite Estates

250 Carroll DrSierra Vista, AZ 85635
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Ventura Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ventura Villas

6200 S Campbell AveTucson, AZ 85706
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Casa Del Sol Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Del Sol Apartments

1020 S Carmichael AveSierra Vista, AZ 85635
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Palomar
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palomar

6250 S Commerce CtTucson, AZ 85746
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Rio Rico, AZ Local Guide

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. Sierra Carmichael Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rio Rico apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Woods ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$665
Sierra Carmichael ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$705
Casa BellaOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$737
Diamond Elite EstatesStudioStudio,1BA$750
Ventura Villas1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$773
Canyon Vista Apartment Homes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$788
Sky IslandOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$799
Mountain Steppes ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$806
Tierra Ridge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - A1BR,1BA$811
The Place at Desert SpringsA11BR,1BA$818

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rio Rico, AZ and Nearby

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rio Rico area is the $1.22 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Edge Townhomes in the starting from $1,499. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Edge Townhomes4 Bedroom 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1.22
Vista Village ApartmentsThe Peak3BR,2BA$1.26
Suncrest Sierra VistaTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.11
Port Royale2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.39
Vista Del NorteB12BR,1BA$1.13
West Wood Village915 SQ FT 2BR/1BA Modern Casitas 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.09
Sierra Antigua Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.26
Canyon Vista Apartment Homes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.95
1175 Avenida Gandara, Unit Studio1175 Avenida GandaraStudio ,1BA$1.13
Garden Plaza ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$1.31

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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

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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 $737 at Casa Bella.

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 $788 at Canyon Vista Apartment Homes.

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 $900.

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