
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Main Gate Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $850 (40 Rentals)


235 N Jacobus Ave

1540 E Miles St

The Castle Apartments

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University Gardens Apartments

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114 N jacobus ave, Unit #2, Unit #2
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1703 E 13th St

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15 W 5th St

One North Fifth Apartments

1416 E Linden St

River Loft Bungalows on Warren+9th

51-75 East 5th Street

1703 E 13th St

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826 E Lee St

Agave 350

Union on Santa Rita - Near The U of A

7th Avenue Commons

1980 N Tyndall Ave

The Station at Ironhorse Apartments

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University Arms Apartments
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724 E Drachman St
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The Alamo Apartments

7th Avenue Lofts

1412 N Euclid Ave

Herbert Residential

Good Rain

The Julian Drew

2001-2009 E 7th street

Meadow View Apartments
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Main Gate, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Main Gate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Gate Studio Apartments | $1,355 | $599 | $2,424 |
Main Gate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,613 | $850 | $2,679 |
| Main Gate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,820 | $749 | $3,475 |
| Main Gate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $679 | $3,600 |
| Main Gate 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $699 | $4,580 |
| Main Gate 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $819 | $2,900 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMain Gate, Tucson, AZ
Ranked #31
Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Main Gate Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Main Gate?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Main Gate is under $945.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Main Gate?
The cheapest apartment in Main Gate is University Lee Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Main Gate costs $1,749.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Main Gate?
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 379 regular apartments in Main Gate 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 Main Gate?
Cheap apartments in Main Gate have an average cost of $1,484 which is $265 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Main Gate.
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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.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.