Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Park Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $600 (11 Rentals)

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Meadow View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadow View Apartments

601 E Lee StTucson, AZ 85705
Student Housing
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Midtown on 1st
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown on 1st

1920 N 1st AveTucson, AZ 85719

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Jefferson Park, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jefferson Park Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Vista Apartments0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 26061Studio,1BA$679
Midtown on 1stB2 Renovated2BR,2BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson Park, AZ

As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson Park area is the $0.87 price per square foot Private Bedroom in a 2 Bedroom LIMITED TIME OFF... Model at The U at Park in the in the Central Tucson neighborhood starting from $771. The second greatest value Jefferson Park apartment is the B1 Renovated Model at Midtown on 1st starting at $1,195 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Central Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The U at ParkPrivate Bedroom in a 2 Bedroom LIMITED TIME OFF...2BR,2BA$0.87
Midtown on 1stB1 Renovated2BR,1BA$1.36
Park Vista Apartments0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 26061Studio ,1BA$1.32

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Jefferson Park, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #179

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Jefferson Park Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Park Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Jefferson Park?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jefferson Park is under $1,195.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jefferson Park?

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 4 regular apartments in Jefferson Park 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 Jefferson Park?

Cheap apartments in Jefferson Park have an average cost of $1,083 which is $1,167 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferson Park.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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!