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Coronado Vista

4424 E Bellevue StTucson, AZ 85712
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tucson, AZ

Pricing Updated: 04/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tucson, AZ area range in price from $440 to $6,800 with an overall median price of $2,505. The three Tucson neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Avalon at $945, Corbett at $639, and Grant Glenn at $725. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tucson Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Avalon$945$9451
Corbett$1,149$63979
Grant Glenn$1,221$72531
12th Avenue - Valencia Road$1,345$77395
Elvira$1,345$77381
Sunnyside$1,345$773100
Westside Development$1,375$775101
Avondale$1,485$65067
Harlan Heights$1,485$695103
Indian House$1,485$69562

Cheapest Available Tucson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Commons At Monte Vista in the Duffy neighborhood priced from $600. Laurence Court Apartments in the Feldman's neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tucson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Commons At Monte VistaStudio -Studio,1BA$600
Laurence Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$600
Tucson TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$600
Sienna RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$639
The GroveDeluxe StudioStudio,1BA$645
Vertical North Apartments0X1RStudio,1BA$649
Mountain Shadows ApartmentsJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$649
Casa Larga ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$649
La HaciendaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$651
Latitude 32StudioStudio,1BA$660

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tucson, AZ

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tucson area is the $0.60 price per square foot Bloomfield 4x4 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Tucson apartment is the Newly Renovated Apartments - Just blocks from t... Model at The U at Park starting at $800 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Central Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tucson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cottages at TucsonBloomfield 4x44BR,4BA$0.60
The U at ParkNewly Renovated Apartments - Just blocks from t...2BR,2BA$0.45
Zona Verde4 Bedroom 4.5 Bathroom Townhouse (By the Bed) ...4BR,4.5BA$0.61
The ParkPark -4Bedroom 2Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.69
Taylor Heights2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.91
Del Rey Apartments2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.05
Icon Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.09
Tucson East - Old Spanish Trail, Tucson2/2 2nd floor2BR,2BA$1.08
Wildcat Canyon Village2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.92
Riata Court Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.82

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Tucson Overview

With a population of just over half a million people, Tucson has had a long journey to its current rank as second largest city in Arizona. The city has been continuously populated for 12,000 years, making it one of the oldest in the United States. Today, Tucson is known for its thriving industry and rich cultural history. Tucson has a desert climate with hot summers and milder winters. The temperate climate is perfect for enjoying Tucson as a pedestrian, aided by the city’s award-winning public transit system. However, the city is spread out enough that a car would be beneficial if not strictly necessary. The city has many diverse neighborhoods, ranging from historical to upscale and trendy. Whether you are looking to move to the area, or are looking for a new Tucson apartment to fit your style, the city has a great mix of shops, restaurants, sport venues, outdoor activities and cultural attractions for everyone!

Why live in Tucson, AZ?

There are many reasons to look at apartments in Tucson. The attractive climate, the rich sense of cultural pride and the myriad of activities and job opportunities all blend to create a vibrant community. There is a sense of pride in Tucson, there may be half a million people but it retains a small-town feel where the people really care about each other and the city itself. Regardless of the neighborhood you choose for your apartment, you will find a welcoming community in Tucson!

Tucson, AZ
Population: 545,975

Ranked #33

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Tucson, AZ

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tucson Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Tucson?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tucson is under $660.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tucson?

The cheapest apartment in Tucson is Mountain Shadows Apartments which is listed at $649, while the average apartment in Tucson costs $2,505.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tucson?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11,849 regular apartments in Tucson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Tucson?

Cheap apartments in Tucson have an average cost of $702 which is $1,803 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tucson.

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