
Gated Apartments for Rent in Tucson, AZ Under $2,700 (140 Rentals)


The Flin

San Luciano Townhomes

3219 E Bermuda St, Unit #1

Rio Antigua Townhomes

San Junipero Townhomes

Encantada La Estancia

Encantada Rita Ranch

Valle Del Sur

The Place at Riverwalk
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Encantada Continental Reserve

The Legends at La Paloma

The Canyons at Linda Vista Trail

Encantada Saguaro National

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255 North

Olympus at Arroyo Verde

Amavida Marana

Solstice Marana

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Springs at Continental Ranch

Encantada Twin Peaks
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Villas at San Dorado

Summerlin Villas

Luma Apartments

Monier Apartments

The Place at Silverbell Gateway

Pima Canyon

Cortland Sun River

Encantada Steam Pump

Silverbell Springs

Encantada Tucson National
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Lakeside Casitas

Pinnacle Heights

Malibu

Sand Pebble Community *Renovated Units

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Union on 6th

Oro Vista

The Place At Creekside

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Waterwalk Tucson

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Park Place Apartments

Ridgeline Apartment Homes
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The Link at 4th Ave

The Safford

The Parker

Welcome to Casa Presidio!

Sonoran Reserve

Rincon Country West RV Resort

Rincon Country East RV Resort

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Shannon Park Apartments

Palisade Flats- Stunning Renovations

Sonoran On 9th
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 | $1,014 | $595 | $2,424 |
| Tucson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $560 | $2,649 |
| Tucson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $440 | $4,315 |
| Tucson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,842 | $645 | $4,279 |
| Tucson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $535 | $8,222 |
| Tucson 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $799 | $3,250 |
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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 Campus Crossings at Star Pass listed at $535.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Tucson Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Tucson is $1,464.
What is the largest Gated Tucson Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Tucson is a 2,748 square feet unit starting from $819 at The District on 5th.
What is the average size for Tucson Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Tucson is currently at 606 sq ft.
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