
Cheap Homes for Rent in Rillito Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $600 (43 Rentals)
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5128 E Pima St, Unit 5128 E Pima St B

5128 E Pima St, Unit 5128 E Pima St A

3564 E Kleindale Rd

2625 N Alvernon Way, Unit D3

2625 N Alvernon Way, Unit c4

2625 N Alvernon Way, Unit b2

2625 N Alvernon Way, Unit b4
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3611 E Glenn St, Unit 3

1644 N Beverly Ave

2525 N Alvernon Way

2825 N Alvernon Way

2412 N Bryant Ave

3052 N Alvernon Way, Unit 109

2460 N Treat Ave, Unit 2460

1638 N Beverly Ave
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3414 E Lee St

3241 E Bermuda St

3048 N Sparkman Blvd

3050 N Sparkman Blvd

2332 N Catalina Ave, Unit Catalina

2233 N Columbus Blvd

4256 E North St

2542 E Halcyon Rd
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4239 E Lee St

4246 E Pima St

3025 N Richey Blvd

1662 N Beverly Ave

4123 E North St

1921 N Madelyn Ave

1633 N Sycamore Blvd

2466 N Treat Ave, Unit 2466
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4566 E Seneca St

3226 E Bermuda St

4402 E Pima St

3036 N Richey Blvd, Unit A

3334 E Presidio Rd

3208 E Almartin St

2201 N Sparkman Blvd

2116 N Forgeus Ave
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3350 N Chapel Ave

3535 N Country Club Rd

3118 E Blacklidge Dr, Unit #10
Rillito, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Rillito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rillito 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,488 | $995 | $4,867 |
| Rillito 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,013 | $1,295 | $3,300 |
| Rillito 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,850 | $1,895 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rillito Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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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 Fort Lowell Place Apartments priced from $593. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lowell Place Apartments | $49.00 APPLICATION | Junior Suite | At AZ 1st R... | 1BR,1BA | $593 |
| Mountain Shadows Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| Monte Vista Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Avani North Tucson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Copper House Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 27436 | Studio,1BA | $690 |
| Latitude 32 Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $698 |
| Deerfield Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Villas del Paraiso | A1 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Commons At Monte Vista | Studio - | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rillito, AZ
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rillito area is the $1.26 price per square foot C1 3x2 1190 sqft Model at Villas las Cerezas in the in the Midtown Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Rillito apartment is the 7C Model at Mountain View Gardens Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Avondale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rillito apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas las Cerezas | C1 3x2 1190 sqft | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Mountain View Gardens Apartments | 7C | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| The Lowell Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 28326 | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Two Bedroom Luxury Apartment Homes | **CLASSIC APARTMENT* | TWO BEDROOM Apartments h... | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Copper House Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 27436 | Studio ,1BA | $1.08 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Villas del Paraiso | A1 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Monte Vista Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.21 |
| Mountain Shadows Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.32 |
| Fort Lowell Place Apartments | $49.00 APPLICATION | Junior Suite | At AZ 1st R... | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRillito, Tucson, AZ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rillito
What type of rentals are currently available in Rillito?
There are currently 673 Apartments for Rent in Rillito, AZ with pricing that ranges from $599 to $2,200. There are also 108 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rillito ranging from $695 to $4,867.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rillito?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rillito ranges from $695 to $4,867 with an average monthly rent of $1,514.
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