Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arroyo Chico Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (66 Rentals)

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Borden Court
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Borden Court

231 E 33rd StTucson, AZ 85713
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Euclid-Lee Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Euclid-Lee Apartments

822 N Lee StTucson, AZ 85719
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3420-3462 E 2nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3420-3462 E 2nd St

3420-3462 E 2nd StTucson, AZ 85716
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Spanish Trail Suites
Studio Apartments

Spanish Trail Suites

305 E Benson HwyTucson, AZ 85713
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Miramonte at Third
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miramonte at Third

811 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85711
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Parkview Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Manor

455 S Irving AveTucson, AZ 85711
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Cherry Park Studios
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Park Studios

222 S Cherry AveTucson, AZ 85719
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Midtown on 2nd
1 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown on 2nd

3601 E 2nd StTucson, AZ 85716
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Equinox Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Equinox Apartments

3727 E 5th StTucson, AZ 85716
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Arizona Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arizona Commons

3653 E 2nd StTucson, AZ 85716
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Arroyo Chico, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Arroyo Chico Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arroyo Chico area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at The Retro Apartments priced from $749. Fresh new look at Orange Blossom Apartments! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Arroyo Chico apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Retro ApartmentsCALL OR SCHEDULE YOUR TOUR TODAY... WALK-INS AL...Studio,1BA$749
Fresh new look at Orange Blossom Apartments!0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750
Knollwood TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$760
Highland Park Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$795
Zona Verde4 Bedroom 4.5 Bathroom Townhouse (By the Bed)4BR,4BA$795
The Benedictine TownhomesTownhome5BR,2BA$825
Meadow View Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$850
Del Rey Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Union on Santa RitaFully Renovated - 2 bedroom 1 bathroom $850 per...2BR,1BA$850
3649 E 3rd StCasa Blanca1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arroyo Chico, AZ

As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arroyo Chico area is the $0.53 price per square foot Bloomfield 4x4 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,059. The second greatest value Arroyo Chico apartment is the 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bathroom Townhouse (By the Bed) Model at Zona Verde starting at $795 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Feldman's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arroyo Chico apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cottages at TucsonBloomfield 4x44BR,4BA$0.53
Zona Verde4 Bedroom 4.5 Bathroom Townhouse (By the Bed)4BR,4.5BA$0.45
Riata Court Apartments4 Bedroom / 4 Bath4BR,4BA$0.51
The Mark Tucson3x3 - Chelsea3BR,3BA$1.11
Cottonwood CreekTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.21
Del Rey Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.00
1425 N Park Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.38
Santuario ApartmentsOne month free and waived App and Admin Fee (if...1BR,1BA$1.44
3649 E 3rd StCasa Blanca1BR,1BA$1.42
La RacquetaClassic1BR,1BA$1.47

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Arroyo Chico, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #30

Among neighborhoods in Tucson, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Arroyo Chico, Tucson, and the greater Tucson area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Arroyo Chico Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arroyo Chico Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Arroyo Chico?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arroyo Chico is under $850.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arroyo Chico?

The cheapest apartment in Arroyo Chico is Highland Park Apartments which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Arroyo Chico costs $6,800.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arroyo Chico?

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 393 regular apartments in Arroyo Chico 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 Arroyo Chico?

Cheap apartments in Arroyo Chico have an average cost of $1,177 which is $5,623 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arroyo Chico.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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