Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Gabriel Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (49 Rentals)

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Siegel Suites Tucson
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Siegel Suites Tucson

4425 E 22nd StTucson, AZ 85711
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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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Tucson's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Cherry Park Studios
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Park Studios

222 S Cherry AveTucson, AZ 85719
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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 The Springs Apartments priced from $641. Del Rey Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable San Gabriel apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Springs ApartmentsS | The Oasis - A StudioStudio,1BA$641
Del Rey ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$650
Miramonte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$665
Villas Las MandarinasStudioStudio,1BA$699
Royal ElCon Apartments1x11BR,1BA$708
Somerset Place ApartmentsSmall 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$730
Tanglewood1A - Junior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$731
The RetroCALL OR SCHEDULE YOUR TOUR TODAY... WALK-INS AL...Studio,1BA$749
Randolph Place Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$775
Villas de la MontanaStudioStudio,1BA$789

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Gabriel, AZ

As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Gabriel area is the $1.21 price per square foot Tower 3X2R Model at Bellevue Tower Apartments in the in the Palo Verde neighborhood starting from $1,620. The second greatest value San Gabriel apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Del Rey Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.30 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.
Bellevue Tower ApartmentsTower 3X2R3BR,2BA$1.21
Del Rey Apartments2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.30
Cottonwood CreekOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
La RacquetaClassic2BR,2BA$1.24
Riata Court Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.85
4747 E 1st St, Unit Upstairs4747 E 1st St1BR,1BA$1.21
The Onyx ApartmentsLETS GET YOU APPROVED AS SOON AS TOMORROW! LOW ...1BR,1BA$1.20
Knollwood Terrace2x12BR,1BA$1.37
Arcadia ParkTranquility1BR,1BA$1.28
Royal ElCon Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.18

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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!

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 $789.

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 $1,800.

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 19 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 $285 which is $1,515 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Gabriel.

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.

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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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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