
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Julia Keen Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (42 Rentals)
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Tanglewood

3049 E Proctor Vista
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3051 E Proctor Vista

3049 E Proctor Vista

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La Racqueta

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Capistrano

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2843 East 17th Street

1519 S Tucson Blvd

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1703 E 13th St

Sabrina's Place

2733-2735 Sunland Vista

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4148 E Brown Way

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4152 E Brown Way

3043 E Proctor Vista

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2960 E 5th St

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4162 E Brown Way

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2509 E Cochise Vista

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2518 E Cameron Vista

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Julia Keen, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Julia Keen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julia Keen Studio Apartments | $843 | $739 | $1,197 |
| Julia Keen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $938 | $725 | $1,397 |
| Julia Keen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,071 | $625 | $1,697 |
| Julia Keen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,199 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available Julia Keen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Julia Keen area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Tucson Boulevard Apartments priced from $725. Somerset Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $730. Here are the most affordable Julia Keen apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson Boulevard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Somerset Place Apartments | Small 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Villas Las Mandarinas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $739 |
| The Springs Apartments | S | The Oasis - A Studio | Studio,1BA | $746 |
| Broadmoor Apartments | 1-STU | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Highland Park Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Arcadia Park | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Country Club Apartments | Studio - Small | Studio,1BA | $829 |
| Villas de la Montana | Studio | Studio,1BA | $829 |
| Tanglewood | 1B - One Bedroom Medium | 1BR,1BA | $832 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Julia Keen, AZ
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Julia Keen area is the $1.09 price per square foot Sunset Model at Sabrina's Place in the in the Sam Hughes neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Julia Keen apartment is the 26 Model at La Racqueta starting at $1,050 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Sam Hughes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Julia Keen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabrina's Place | Sunset | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| La Racqueta | 26 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Riata Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Arcadia Park | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Tucson Boulevard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Ocotillo Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Highland Park Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 2843 East 17th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Tanglewood | 1B - One Bedroom Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Somerset Place Apartments | Small 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Julia Keen Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Julia Keen?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Julia Keen is under $832.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Julia Keen?
The cheapest apartment in Julia Keen is Tucson Boulevard Apartments which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Julia Keen costs $1,319.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Julia Keen?
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 27 regular apartments in Julia Keen 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 Julia Keen?
Cheap apartments in Julia Keen have an average cost of $520 which is $799 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Julia Keen.
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