Cheap Homes for Rent in the Arroyo Chico Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $700 (45 Rentals)

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property at 2039 E 8th St

$990 - $1,995

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2039 E 8th St

TucsonAZ85719

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property at 55 N Cherry Ave

$1,025 - $1,800

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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55 N Cherry Ave

TucsonAZ85719
property at 1238 E 24th St

$1,195

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Total Monthly Price

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$1,195
Total Monthly Price
$1,195

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1238 E 24th St

TucsonAZ85713

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property at 55 N Cherry Ave

$1,200

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$1,200
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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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55 N Cherry Ave, Unit 203

55 N Cherry Ave
TucsonAZ85719
property at 3507 E 3rd St

$1,250 - $1,299

2 Bedroom Rentals

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3507 E 3rd St

TucsonAZ85716

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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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 2 Beds unit found at Westwood Apartments priced from $495. Blue Agave Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Arroyo Chico apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westwood Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 648472BR,1BA$495
Blue Agave ApartmentsLarge StudioStudio,1BA$625
947 N Alvernon Way0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$675
Miramonte Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$695
700 N 7th AveUpdated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug...Studio,1BA$700
BroadmoorStudioStudio,1BA$749
Cielo on 5thStudioStudio,1BA$765
Montclair Apartments1x11BR,1BA$775
The Palace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
Country Club ApartmentsStudio - SmallStudio,1BA$779

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arroyo Chico, AZ

As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arroyo Chico area is the $0.93 price per square foot Milledge 3x3 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Arroyo Chico apartment is the 4x4 - Davenport Model at The Mark Tucson starting at $1,345 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the South Tucson 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$0.93
The Mark Tucson4x4 - Davenport4BR,4BA$1.01
Cottonwood CreekTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.02
oLiv Tucson3x3 A3BR,3BA$1.08
Campus Walk Condominiums2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$1.10
Bellevue TowerGarden Two Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.21
Surf Lodge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
Del Rey Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.16
312 E 24th St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.03
Riata Court Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.85

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Arroyo Chico, Tucson, AZ

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Frequently Asked Questions about Arroyo Chico

What type of rentals are currently available in Arroyo Chico?

There are currently 679 Apartments for Rent in Arroyo Chico, AZ with pricing that ranges from $495 to $4,580. There are also 155 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arroyo Chico ranging from $750 to $5,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Arroyo Chico?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Arroyo Chico ranges from $750 to $5,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,085.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Arroyo Chico?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Arroyo Chico range from $719 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,625 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $575.

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