Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (37 Rentals)

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Oakwood Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Terrace

2740 N Balboa AveTucson, AZ 85705
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Euclid-Lee Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Euclid-Lee Apartments

822 N Lee StTucson, AZ 85719
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Los Altos Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Los Altos Apartments

501 E Glenn StTucson, AZ 85705
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Cinnamon Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cinnamon Square

2545 N Geronimo AveTucson, AZ 85705
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El Sol Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Sol Apartments

2115 N Oracle RdTucson, AZ 85705

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Sahuaro Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sahuaro Apartments

510 W Sahuaro StTucson, AZ 85705
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Kelso Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kelso Apartments

297 W Kelso StTucson, AZ 85705
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Meadow View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadow View Apartments

601 E Lee StTucson, AZ 85705
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7th Avenue Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

7th Avenue Lofts

1150 N 7th AveTucson, AZ 85705

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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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Northwest, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Union on Santa Rita priced from $650. Sahara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Northwest apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union on Santa RitaWinter Special 1 Bedroom- One Month FREE Rent!1BR,1BA$650
SaharaStudio 340BStudio,1BA$699
Sunpointe Gardens ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$735
Cambridge Village Apartments1 bathroomStudio,1BA$761
Sedona Pointe Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$770
Las Brisas Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$790
University Lee Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$800
Sierra Madre Condos1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$810
700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D )Updated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug...Studio,1BA$825
Kelso Vista Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$840

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, AZ

As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $1.50 price per square foot 4x2 Suite Mansion Model at Hub Park Ave in the in the North University neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at University Gardens Apartments starting at $1,700 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the North University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hub Park Ave4x2 Suite Mansion4BR,2BA$1.50
University Gardens Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.89
Midtown on 1stB2 Renovated2BR,2BA$1.29
The U at Park2 BED2BR,2BA$0.87
1603 E Mitchell St, Unit 16031603 E Mitchell St2BR,1BA$1.46
Kelso Vista Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.34
Union on Santa RitaWinter Special 1 Bedroom- One Month FREE Rent!1BR,1BA$1.08
Sierra Madre Condos1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.42
Las Brisas Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$1.52
Sedona Pointe Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.84

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Tucson. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northwest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northwest is at Sahara listed at $699.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Apartment is $650 at Union on Santa Rita.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest is starting from $849 at Union on Santa Rita - Near The U of A.

What is the most affordable Northwest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northwest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Midtown on 1st and starts from $1,295.

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!