
Gated Apartments for Rent in Tucson, AZ Under $1,700 (147 Rentals)


Encantada Rita Ranch

Encantada Saguaro National

The Condominium at Williams Centre I

Amavida Marana

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Rendezvous Urban Flats

Encantada La Estancia

Rio Antigua Townhomes

The Flin

Encantada Steam Pump
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The Place at Riverwalk

255 North

Encantada Twin Peaks

Pima Canyon

Villas at San Dorado

Waterwalk Tucson

Luma Apartments

The Place at Silverbell Gateway

Encantada Tucson National

The Legends at La Paloma
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The Canyons at Linda Vista Trail

Summerlin Villas

Oro Vista

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Cortland Sun River

Palisade Flats- Stunning Renovations

Encantada Continental Reserve

Pinnacle Heights

Olympus at Arroyo Verde

Silverbell Springs

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Springs at Continental Ranch
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Riverside Suites

Tucson Landing

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Equestrian

Malibu

The Place At Creekside

Monier Apartments

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Union on 6th

Sonoran On 9th

826 E Waverly St

602-610 E Lester St
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Park Place Apartments

The Safford

The Parker

Bellevue Tower

Rincon Country West RV Resort

Rincon Country East RV Resort

Shannon Park Apartments

Ridgeline Apartment Homes

Mica Apartments
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 | $1,045 | $595 | $2,424 |
| Tucson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,088 | $599 | $3,845 |
| Tucson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $599 | $4,321 |
| Tucson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $549 | $5,748 |
| Tucson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $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 Gated Tucson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Tucson?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Tucson is at The U at Park - Near The U of A listed at $497.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Tucson Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Tucson is $1,448.
What is the largest Gated Tucson Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated 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 Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Tucson is currently at 601 sq ft.
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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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