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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 Del Rey Apartments priced from $650. Union on Santa Rita has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Arroyo Chico apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Del Rey ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$650
Union on Santa Rita1 Bedroom Shared - LIMITED TIME OFFER- One Mont...1BR,1BA$650
Junction at IronhorseD14BR,4BA$699
Royal ElCon Apartments1x11BR,1BA$708
The RetroCALL OR SCHEDULE YOUR TOUR TODAY... WALK-INS AL...Studio,1BA$749
Knollwood TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$760
One North FifthStudio LoftStudio,1BA$770
Randolph Place Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$775
Sheraton Arms Apartments1x1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$795
Country Club ApartmentsStudio - SmallStudio,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arroyo Chico, AZ

As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arroyo Chico area is the $0.82 price per square foot Milledge 3x3 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,149. The second greatest value Arroyo Chico apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Cottonwood Creek starting at $1,662 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Sam Hughes 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 TucsonMilledge 3x33BR,3BA$0.82
Cottonwood CreekThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.20
The Mark Tucson3x3 - Camden3BR,3BA$1.10
Del Rey Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.18
1425 N Park Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.22
Riata Court Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.85
Union On BellevueLimited Time Offer private bedroom $7252BR,1BA$0.92
Royal ElCon Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.18
Union on Santa Rita1 Bedroom Shared - LIMITED TIME OFFER- One Mont...1BR,1BA$1.08
Campus Crossings on 8th Street1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Arroyo Chico, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #26

Among cities in Arizona 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 $799.

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

The cheapest apartment in Arroyo Chico is Union on Santa Rita which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Arroyo Chico costs $1,624.

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 343 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 $1,291 which is $333 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arroyo Chico.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.