Cheap Homes for Rent in Arroyo Chico Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $600 (50 Rentals)

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property at 234 E 32nd St

$750 - $1,125

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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234 E 32nd St

TucsonAZ85713

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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
property at 114 N jacobus ave

$1,000

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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114 N jacobus ave, Unit #2

114 N jacobus ave
TucsonAZ85705

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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 1 Bed unit found at Miramonte Apartments priced from $695. 700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D ) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Arroyo Chico apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Miramonte Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$695
700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D )Updated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug...Studio,1BA$700
Tucson Boulevard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$725
Broadmoor Apartments1-STUStudio,1BA$749
The Palace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
Country Club ApartmentsStudio - SmallStudio,1BA$779
Santuario ApartmentsJr-UP1BR,1BA$799
Union on Santa Rita - Near The U of AAVAILABLE NOW! Private Bedroom 2x12BR,1BA$799
Knollwood Terrace1x11BR,1BA$799
University Lee Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arroyo Chico, AZ

As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arroyo Chico area is the $0.86 price per square foot Milledge 3x3 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Arroyo Chico apartment is the 4x4 - Davenport Model at The Mark Tucson starting at $1,325 with a $0.99 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$0.86
The Mark Tucson4x4 - Davenport4BR,4BA$0.99
Bellevue TowerGarden Two Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.19
1 and 2 Bedrooms Great Location with Community Pool and Onsite Laundry! 1/2 of Mile from U of A2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.11
Cottonwood CreekOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
312 E 24th St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.03
Del Rey Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Palm Garden Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.19
Riata Court Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.85
Tucson Boulevard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21

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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

Ranked #21

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Arroyo Chico

What type of rentals are currently available in Arroyo Chico?

There are currently 681 Apartments for Rent in Arroyo Chico, AZ with pricing that ranges from $600 to $4,580. There are also 125 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arroyo Chico ranging from $675 to $6,000.

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 $675 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,290.

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 $879 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $819.

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