
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mariposa Trail Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $943 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mariposa Trail area of Tucson.


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mariposa Trail?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariposa Trail Studio Apartments | $1,772 | $1,058 | $2,455 |
| Mariposa Trail 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $943 | $2,960 |
| Mariposa Trail 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,090 | $4,500 |
| Mariposa Trail 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,027 | $1,471 | $6,960 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mariposa Trail Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Mariposa Trail Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mariposa Trail area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Cantera priced from $945. Catalina Canyon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $986. Here are the most affordable Mariposa Trail apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cantera | 1B | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Catalina Canyon | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $986 |
| Enclave at the Foothills | 0S | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,057 |
| Villas at Montebella | 1A | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,082 |
| CentrePoint Apartment Homes | Gibson | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mariposa Trail, AZ
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mariposa Trail area is the $1.14 price per square foot 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Galeria Del Rio in the in the Flowing Wells neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Mariposa Trail apartment is the Lunaria Model at Solstice Marana starting at $2,199 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Mariposa Trail neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mariposa Trail apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galeria Del Rio | 4 Bed 2.5 Bath | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
| Solstice Marana | Lunaria | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Cortland on the Loop | The Peak | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Luma Apartments | Ironwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Siena Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Villas at Montebella | 1A | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Dorinda Vista Apartments | Sedona | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Catalina Canyon | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Cantera | 1B | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Enclave at the Foothills | 0S | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mariposa Trail Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mariposa Trail?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mariposa Trail is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mariposa Trail?
The cheapest apartment in Mariposa Trail is Cantera which is listed at $945, while the average apartment in Mariposa Trail costs $1,416.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mariposa Trail?
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 1 regular apartments in Mariposa Trail 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 Mariposa Trail?
Cheap apartments in Mariposa Trail have an average cost of $238 which is $1,178 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mariposa Trail.
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