Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barrio Anita Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (78 Rentals)

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Oakwood Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Terrace

2740 N Balboa AveTucson, AZ 85705
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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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Los Altos Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Los Altos Apartments

501 E Glenn StTucson, AZ 85705
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Cinnamon Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cinnamon Square

2545 N Geronimo AveTucson, AZ 85705
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Ghost Ranch Lodge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ghost Ranch Lodge

875 W Miracle MileTucson, AZ 85705
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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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Kelso Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kelso Apartments

297 W Kelso StTucson, AZ 85705
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Sahuaro Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sahuaro Apartments

510 W Sahuaro StTucson, AZ 85705

Barrio Anita, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Barrio Anita Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Barrio Anita area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Kelso Apartments priced from $695. Casa Del Coronado has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $709. Here are the most affordable Barrio Anita apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kelso Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695
Casa Del Coronado0x1Studio,1BA$709
SaharaStudio 340AStudio,1BA$709
Las Brisas Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$790
Highland Park Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$795
Zona Verde4 Bedroom 4.5 Bathroom Townhouse (By the Bed)4BR,4BA$795
Kelso Vista Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$840
The Place at 21201x1 A11BR,1BA$845
Meadow View Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barrio Anita, AZ

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Barrio Anita 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 Barrio Anita apartment is the 5 bedroom 2 bath Model at Sahuaro Point Villas - 2326 N 6th Avenute starting at $2,200 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Central Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barrio Anita apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cottages at TucsonBloomfield 4x44BR,4BA$0.53
Sahuaro Point Villas - 2326 N 6th Avenute5 bedroom 2 bath5BR,2BA$1.10
The U at Park2 BED2BR,2BA$0.45
Zona Verde4 Bedroom 4.5 Bathroom Townhouse (By the Bed)4BR,4.5BA$0.45
The Mark Tucson3x3 - Chelsea3BR,3BA$1.11
1425 N Park Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.22
Kelso Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.10
Kelso Vista Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.34
2554 N Park Ave, Unit 25542554 N Park Ave1BR,1BA$1.43
Sierra Madre Condos1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.49

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Barrio Anita, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #33

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 our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Arizona, including Tucson. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Barrio Anita Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Barrio Anita Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Barrio Anita?

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

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Barrio Anita?

The cheapest apartment in Barrio Anita is Kelso Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Barrio Anita costs $6,800.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Barrio Anita?

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 405 regular apartments in Barrio Anita 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 Barrio Anita?

Cheap apartments in Barrio Anita have an average cost of $1,179 which is $5,621 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Barrio Anita.

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