
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mariposa Trail Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $800 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mariposa Trail area of Tucson.


Catalina Canyon

Enclave at the Foothills

Cantera

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Domain 3201
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Sparro

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Siena Villas

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The Alexander

4751 N Flowing Wells Rd

3171 W Jusnic Cir
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Mariposa Trail, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mariposa Trail?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariposa Trail Studio Apartments | $983 | $962 | $1,007 |
| Mariposa Trail 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,182 | $875 | $1,516 |
| Mariposa Trail 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,321 | $995 | $2,200 |
| Mariposa Trail 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,725 | $1,483 | $2,400 |
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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 Catalina Canyon priced from $875. Enclave at the Foothills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $962. Here are the most affordable Mariposa Trail apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina Canyon | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Enclave at the Foothills | 0S | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $962 |
| Cantera | 1B | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| Domain 3201 | The Luxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,031 |
| Villas at Montebella | 1A | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,086 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mariposa Trail, AZ
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mariposa Trail area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Small Model at Galeria Del Rio in the in the Flowing Wells neighborhood starting from $1,985. The second greatest value Mariposa Trail apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Siena Villas starting at $1,704 with a $1.27 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 | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Small | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Siena Villas | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| San Luciano Townhomes | B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
| Avilla Preserve | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Sparro | Ravenna Bungalow Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Villas at Montebella | 1A | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Dorinda Vista Apartments | Sedona | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Catalina Canyon | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Cantera | 1B | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Enclave at the Foothills | 0S | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mariposa Trail Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mariposa Trail?
The cheapest apartment in Mariposa Trail is Catalina Canyon which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Mariposa Trail costs $1,705.
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 28 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 $366 which is $1,339 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mariposa Trail.
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