Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rillito Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $300 (36 Rentals)

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Sandia Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sandia Apartments

5570 E Hampton StTucson, AZ 85712
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Cypress Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Court

1926-1944 N Tucson BlvdTucson, AZ 85716
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The Solstice
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Solstice

3810 E Monte Vista DrTucson, AZ 85716
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Monte Vist Commons
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Monte Vist Commons

3949 E Monte Vista DrTucson, AZ 85712
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2550 E Lind Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2550 E Lind Rd

2550 E Lind RdTucson, AZ 85716
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Arroyo Casitas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arroyo Casitas

3243 E Water StTucson, AZ 85716
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Park Place Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Apartments

2925 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85712
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Kleindale Apartmants
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kleindale Apartmants

3414-3426 E Kleindale RdTucson, AZ 85716
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Avani North Tucson
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Avani North Tucson

2660 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85712
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Commons At Monte Vista
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Commons At Monte Vista

3750 E Monte Vista DrTucson, AZ 85716
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Tierra Alegre
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tierra Alegre

3355 E Fort Lowell RdTucson, AZ 85716
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Deerfield Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Deerfield Village

3201 E Fort Lowell RdTucson, AZ 85716
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Catalina Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Catalina Gardens

3003 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85712
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Copper Canyon Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Copper Canyon Apartments

3828 E Fort Lowell RdTucson, AZ 85716
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Desert Sage Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Sage Village

3950 E Blacklidge DrTucson, AZ 85712
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ALVERNON PLAZA
1 Bedroom Apartments

ALVERNON PLAZA

2625 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85712
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Rillito, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rillito Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rillito area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountain Shadows Apartments priced from $649. An active desert locale that's perfect has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Rillito apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mountain Shadows ApartmentsJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$649
An active desert locale that's perfect** $49.00 MOVE IN ** One Bedroom Apartment Home...1BR,1BA$695
Avani North TucsonStudioStudio,1BA$699
Villas del Paraiso1X11BR,1BA$699
Commons At Monte VistaStudio -Studio,1BA$700
Copper HouseStudioStudio,1BA$715
The Lowell ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$749
Tucson TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$750
Desert Palms ApartmentsJuniorStudio,1BA$775
Catalina Gardens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rillito, AZ

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rillito area is the $1.26 price per square foot 3 X 2 Model at Villas Las Cerezas in the in the Avondale neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Rillito apartment is the F2X2 Model at Glenn St Casitas starting at $1,250 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Swan Way Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rillito apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villas Las Cerezas3 X 23BR,2BA$1.26
Glenn St CasitasF2X22BR,2BA$1.32
Glenn Dorado2 Bedroom x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.19
Copper House1x11BR,1BA$1.26
Two Bedroom Luxury Apartment Homes** $49.00 MOVE IN ** Affordable Luxury Apartmen...2BR,1BA$1.42
The Lowell ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.16
Catalina Gardens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.35
Fountain PlazaOne Bedroom Mid1BR,1BA$1.39
Villas del Paraiso1X11BR,1BA$1.23
An active desert locale that's perfect** $49.00 MOVE IN ** One Bedroom Apartment Home...1BR,1BA$1.34

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rillito, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #48

Among neighborhoods in Tucson, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, 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 filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Rillito Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

86 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rillito Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Rillito?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rillito is under $795.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rillito?

The cheapest apartment in Rillito is Mountain Shadows Apartments which is listed at $649, while the average apartment in Rillito costs $4,280.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rillito?

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 19 regular apartments in Rillito 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 Rillito?

Cheap apartments in Rillito have an average cost of $157 which is $4,123 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rillito.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.