Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rillito Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $300 (25 Rentals)

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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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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2550 E Lind Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2550 E Lind Rd

2550 E Lind RdTucson, AZ 85716
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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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Arroyo Casitas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arroyo Casitas

3243 E Water StTucson, AZ 85716
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Kleindale Apartmants
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Kleindale Apartmants

3414-3426 E Kleindale RdTucson, AZ 85716
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Deerfield Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Deerfield Village

3201 E Fort Lowell RdTucson, AZ 85716

Tucson's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Avani North Tucson
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avani North Tucson

2660 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 An active desert locale that's perfect for commuters priced from $595. Mountain Shadows Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable Rillito apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
An active desert locale that's perfect for commutersAt AZ 1st Realty, we think moving should feel e...1BR,1BA$595
Mountain Shadows ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$599
Commons At Monte VistaStudio -Studio,1BA$650
Tucson TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$650
Latitude 32StudioStudio,1BA$684

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rillito, AZ

As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rillito area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3219 E Bermuda St Model at 3219 E Bermuda St, Unit #1 in the in the Sam Hughes neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Rillito apartment is the 3 X 2 Model at Villas Las Cerezas starting at $1,499 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Midtown Tucson 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.
3219 E Bermuda St, Unit #13219 E Bermuda St3BR,2BA$1.21
Villas Las Cerezas3 X 23BR,2BA$1.26
Glenn St CasitasTH2X22BR,2BA$1.22
Midtown on Seneca2x1 B2BR,1BA$1.29
Copper House Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 260741BR,1BA$1.05
Two Bedroom Luxury Apartment HomesAt AZ 1st Realty, we think moving should feel e...2BR,1BA$1.34
The Lowell Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 261002BR,1BA$1.24
Shadow Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Villas del Paraiso1X11BR,1BA$1.23
Mountain Shadows ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.32

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Rillito, Tucson, AZ

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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.

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 $729.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rillito?

The cheapest apartment in Rillito is An active desert locale that's perfect for commuters which is listed at $595, while the average apartment in Rillito costs $1,349.

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 27 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 $229 which is $1,120 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rillito.

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.