
Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Tucson, AZ from $300 (124 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
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Presidio Palms Apartments

Huntington Park Apartments

Welcome to The Flats Downtown!

Union on Santa Rita - Near The U of A

Altamira Apartments

The Axis - Tucson Apartments

North Hill Park Apartments

Hilands

Santuario Apartments
Tucson's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Springhill Apartments

Mission Creek Apartments

Sparro

The Arboretum

The Onyx Apartments

Brittany Court

Enclave at the Foothills

Pantano Villas Apartments

Skyline Gateway
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CopperHill

Mountain Lakes Apartments

Broadway Proper

Villas Las Cerezas

Le Mirage Apartments

ENVii

Catalina Village Apartments

The Condominium at Williams Centre I

Villas at Montebella
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Midtown on Seneca

Dorinda Vista Apartments

The Link at 4th Ave

Kachina Springs Apartments

Casa Bonita Apartments

Welcome to Wasko Modern!

Equestrian

Coronado Vista Courtyard Apts.(SENIOR LIVING)
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Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tucson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson Studio Apartments | $1,039 | $599 | $2,424 |
| Tucson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,085 | $556 | $2,610 |
| Tucson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $440 | $3,800 |
| Tucson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $625 | $3,659 |
| Tucson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $535 | $7,250 |
| Tucson 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $799 | $5,000 |
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Tucson, AZ Area Reviews
Allen • 4+ years in Tucson
June 14, 2025Tucson's main advantage is that the cost of living is lower than the rest of the US and it has a major healthcare facility. The downside is that , as a college town, it's not always a great place for seniors unless they reside in the suburbs.
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 $635.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tucson?
The cheapest apartment in Tucson is Sunset Vista Apartments which is listed at $589, while the average apartment in Tucson costs $3,934.
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 10,723 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 $763 which is $3,171 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tucson.
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A Long-Time Residents Inside Review of the Top 5 Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Tucson, AZ
Written by: Larry Allen
I'm Larry, a long-time local resident, and I'm happy to be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Tucson, AZ. I moved here with my family in 1997 for a job transfer from the Midwest.

How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips
Written by: Justin Habersaat
Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.













