
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Avalon Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (16 Rentals)
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1540-1552 N Craycroft Rd

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Avalon, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Avalon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Studio Apartments | $876 | $850 | $900 |
| Avalon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $966 | $695 | $1,088 |
| Avalon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,279 | $1,250 | $1,309 |
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Cheapest Available Avalon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Avalon area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Executive Apartments priced from $799. Catalina Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Avalon apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Apartments | Apply Today- We Waive Admin Fee- Pay $299 at Mo... | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Catalina Village Apartments | Studio Floorplan | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 5126-5140 E Bellevue Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Palms on 2nd | One Bedroom one bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avalon, AZ
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Avalon area is the $1.59 price per square foot 1x1 Floorplan Model at Catalina Village Apartments in the in the Avondale neighborhood starting from $980. The second greatest value Avalon apartment is the One Bedroom one bath Model at Palms on 2nd starting at $1,050 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Avondale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Avalon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina Village Apartments | 1x1 Floorplan | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Palms on 2nd | One Bedroom one bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Executive Apartments | Apply Today- We Waive Admin Fee- Pay $299 at Mo... | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAvalon, Tucson, AZ
Ranked #27
Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Avalon Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Avalon?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Avalon is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Avalon?
The cheapest apartment in Avalon is Executive Apartments which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Avalon costs $1,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Avalon?
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 9 regular apartments in Avalon that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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