
Gated Apartments for Rent in Tucson, AZ Under $900 (68 Rentals)


Westwood Apartments

Cottages at Tucson

The Woods Apartments at Midvale Park

La Racqueta

Casas Adobes Apartments

The Place at Broadway East

The Axis - Tucson Apartments

Paragon on Pima

Ocotillo Apartments
Tucson's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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SAN MIGUEL TOWN

Huntington Park

Sandstone Apartment Homes

Lantana Apartments

Estancia

The Arboretum

Vista Hermosa Apartments

Welcome to The Flats Downtown!

The Lowell Apartments

The District on 5th
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Palms on 2nd Apartments

The Castle Apartments

Desert Springs Apartments

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Casa Bella

The Seasons Apartments Tucson

Santuario Apartments

Union on Santa Rita - Near The U of A

Junction at Ironhorse

Hilands

Elevate Apartments
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Sunflower Apartments

Catalina Ridge

The Missions at Sentinel Peak

Catalina Village Apartments

Sedona Pointe Apartments

Tanque Verde Apartments

The Grove

San Mateo

Campus Crossings at University Heights

El Conquistador

Peaks at Redington

Verrano Park

Sage Canyon

Villas del Paraiso

The Circa Apartments

Villas las Mandarinas DE

Latitude 32 Apartments

Miramonte Apartments

The Phoenix on Lowell
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 | $1,013 | $470 | $2,424 |
| Tucson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,085 | $639 | $3,864 |
| Tucson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $599 | $4,227 |
| Tucson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $549 | $5,760 |
| Tucson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $499 | $7,030 |
| Tucson 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $799 | $2,900 |
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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 $1,445.
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 605 sq ft.
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