Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Gabriel Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (53 Rentals)

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Siegel Suites Tucson
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Siegel Suites Tucson

4425 E 22nd StTucson, AZ 85711
Corporate Housing
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3420-3462 E 2nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3420-3462 E 2nd St

3420-3462 E 2nd StTucson, AZ 85716
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Cypress Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Court

1926-1944 N Tucson BlvdTucson, AZ 85716
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Miramonte at Third
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Miramonte at Third

811 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85711
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Midtown on 2nd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown on 2nd

3601 E 2nd StTucson, AZ 85716
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Parkview Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Manor

455 S Irving AveTucson, AZ 85711
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Cherry Park Studios
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Park Studios

222 S Cherry AveTucson, AZ 85719
Student Housing
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Del Rey Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Del Rey Apartments

840 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85711
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Tanglewood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tanglewood

5050 E 5th StTucson, AZ 85711

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Arizona Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arizona Commons

3653 E 2nd StTucson, AZ 85716

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San Gabriel, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Gabriel Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Gabriel area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Del Rey Apartments priced from $650. Villas Las Mandarinas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable San Gabriel apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Del Rey ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$650
Villas Las MandarinasStudioStudio,1BA$699
Royal ElCon Apartments1x11BR,1BA$708
Somerset Place ApartmentsSmall 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$730
Tanglewood1B - One Bedroom Medium1BR,1BA$737
The Retro ApartmentsCALL OR SCHEDULE YOUR TOUR TODAY... WALK-INS AL...Studio,1BA$749
The Springs Apartments1A | The Cove1BR,1BA$754
Villas de la MontanaStudioStudio,1BA$789
Sheraton Arms Apartments1x1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$795
Catalina Country Studio ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Gabriel, AZ

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Gabriel area is the $1.11 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Cottonwood Creek in the in the Sam Hughes neighborhood starting from $1,209. The second greatest value San Gabriel apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom Model at Del Rey Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Sam Hughes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Gabriel apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cottonwood CreekTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.11
Del Rey Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Bellevue Tower ApartmentsGarden 2X1R2BR,1BA$1.28
Riata Court Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.85
Union On BellevueWinter Special 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment ...2BR,1BA$0.92
Swan Crest ApartmentsLETS GET YOU APPROVED AS SOON AS TOMORROW! LOW ...1BR,1BA$1.20
Arcadia ParkTranquility1BR,1BA$1.36
Palm Garden Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.40
Royal ElCon Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.18
The Springs Apartments1A | The Cove1BR,1BA$1.30

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Arizona including San Gabriel, Tucson, and the greater Tucson area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the San Gabriel Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

91 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Gabriel Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in San Gabriel?

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

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Gabriel?

The cheapest apartment in San Gabriel is Royal ElCon Apartments which is listed at $708, while the average apartment in San Gabriel costs $3,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Gabriel?

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 15 regular apartments in San Gabriel 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 San Gabriel?

Cheap apartments in San Gabriel have an average cost of $200 which is $3,300 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Gabriel.

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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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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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.