
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Fort Lowell Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $399 (124 Rentals)
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1665 N Magnolia Ave

Mountain Shadows Apartments

Riverstone

2858 N Alvernon Way

1633 N Sycamore Blvd

Villas del Paraiso

Jerrie Street Apartments

2943 N Alvernon Way

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Catalina Country Studio Apartments

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Fountain Plaza

4302 E Bellevue St, Unit Z

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2958 N Winstel Blvd, Unit 2

Desert Palms Apartments

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Catalina Village Apartments

3052 N Alvernon Way, Unit 209
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The Onyx Apartments

2332 N Catalina Ave, Unit Catalina

1242 N Roberts Way

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The Lakes

Palms on 2nd

3647 E Bellevue St

3950 E Fairmount St

Ridgepointe Apartments

Palisade Flats

Bellevue Tower

3736 E Fairmount St

3639 E Flower St

Camino De La Sierra
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Villas las Cerezas

4601 E 2nd St

3736 E Fairmount St

4046 E Fairmount St

4302 E Bellevue St, Unit B

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Mountain View Gardens Apartments

3611 E Glenn St

Crossroads Park - 55+ Mobile Home & RV Park

2053 North Alvernon Road

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Old Fort Lowell, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Fort Lowell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fort Lowell Studio Apartments | $895 | $595 | $1,529 |
| Old Fort Lowell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $957 | $495 | $1,950 |
| Old Fort Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $850 | $2,330 |
| Old Fort Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,435 | $1,045 | $2,290 |
| Old Fort Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,865 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Old Fort Lowell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Fort Lowell area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Monte Vista Commons priced from $575. Mountain Shadows Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable Old Fort Lowell apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Vista Commons | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $575 |
| Mountain Shadows Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $599 |
| Riverstone | 1A | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $605 |
| 2625 North Alvernon Way | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 83602 | 1BR, 1BA | $639 |
| Avani North Tucson | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $650 |
| La Hacienda Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $680 |
| 5128 E Pima St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR, 1BA | $695 |
| Jerrie Street Apartments | 1st Month Free $299 at move in! Hurry offer en... | 1BR, 1BA | $699 |
| Catalina Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $699 |
| Villas del Paraiso | A1 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Fort Lowell, AZ
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Fort Lowell area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Santa1623-1641 in the Avondale neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Old Fort Lowell apartment is the 7C Model at Mountain View Gardens Apartments in the Avondale neighborhood starting at $1,195 with a $1.09 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Fort Lowell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa1623-1641 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $1.00 |
| Mountain View Gardens Apartments | 7C | 2BR, 2BA | $1.09 |
| Bellevue Tower | Garden Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.12 |
| Bellevue Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.11 |
| Pima5739-55 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.22 |
| Lee5420-5440 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.10 |
| Palm Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.21 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.15 |
| Catalina Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.19 |
| Monte Vista Commons | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Fort Lowell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Fort Lowell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Fort Lowell is under $699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Fort Lowell?
The cheapest apartment in Old Fort Lowell is Riverstone which is listed at $605, while the average apartment in Old Fort Lowell costs $1,021.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Fort Lowell?
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 48 regular apartments in Old Fort Lowell 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 Old Fort Lowell?
Cheap apartments in Old Fort Lowell have an average cost of $305 which is $716 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Fort Lowell.
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