
Student Apartments for Rent in Tucson, AZ Under $1,000 (72 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
Rentals in Tucson near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Riata Court Apartments

Santa Cruz

Sahara

Campus Crossings on 8th Street

Casa de Caro Apartments

Campus Crossings at Star Pass
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The U at Park - Near The U of A

Villas las Naranjas

1st and Olsen ( 1055, 1065, 1075 N. Olsen Ave. & 2047 E. 1st St. )

University Manor

Coronado Hotel Apartments

Midtown Commons

Meadow View Apartments
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University Vista Student Apartments

Arcadia Park

Union On Bellevue - Near The U of A

700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D )

River Point Apartments

Cherry Park Studios

Wildcat Canyon Village
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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 | $1,037 | $595 | $2,424 |
| Tucson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,085 | $599 | $3,810 |
| Tucson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,401 | $599 | $4,410 |
| Tucson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $549 | $5,789 |
| Tucson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,544 | $499 | $5,550 |
| Tucson 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $799 | $2,900 |
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Tucson, AZ Area Reviews
Larry • 4+ years in Tucson
March 22, 2026Have lived and worked in Tucson for more than 20 years and plan to spend retirement years here as well.
Larry
March 15, 2026Ideal for anyone who enjoys outdoor life and a slower pace of daily living than in the nation's huge cities.
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 Student Tucson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Tucson?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Tucson is at Desert Palms Apartments listed at $100.
How much is the average rent for a Student Tucson Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Tucson is $1,421.
What is the largest Student Tucson Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Tucson is a 2,820 square feet unit starting from $1,044 at Urbane.
What is the average size for Tucson Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Tucson is currently at 576 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

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