Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Gabriel Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (44 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 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 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miramonte at Third

811 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85711
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Parkview Manor
2 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
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Midtown on 2nd
1 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown on 2nd

3601 E 2nd StTucson, AZ 85716
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Tanglewood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tanglewood

5050 E 5th StTucson, AZ 85711

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Equinox Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Equinox Apartments

3727 E 5th StTucson, AZ 85716
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Arizona Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arizona Commons

3653 E 2nd StTucson, AZ 85716

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Del Rey Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Del Rey Apartments

840 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85711
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Sycamore
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore

1413 N Sycamore BlvdTucson, AZ 85712

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 Villas Las Mandarinas priced from $649. Somerset Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable San Gabriel apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villas Las MandarinasStudioStudio,1BA$649
Somerset Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$705
The Retro ApartmentsCALL OR SCHEDULE YOUR TOUR TODAY... WALK-INS AL...Studio,1BA$749
Fresh new look at Orange Blossom Apartments!0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750
Knollwood TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$760
Highland Park Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$795
Villas de la MontanaStudioStudio,1BA$799
Jerrie Street Apartments$99 MOVE IN SPECIAL !! CALL FOR DETAILS YOU WI...1BR,1BA$799
Tanglewood1B - One Bedroom Medium1BR,1BA$812
The Benedictine TownhomesTownhome5BR,2BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Gabriel, AZ

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Gabriel area is the $1.05 price per square foot Tower 2X2R Model at Bellevue Tower Apartments in the in the Palo Verde neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value San Gabriel apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Cottonwood Creek starting at $1,321 with a $1.21 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 2X2R2BR,2BA$1.05
Cottonwood CreekTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.21
Del Rey Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Riata Court Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.82
Swan Crest ApartmentsLETS GET YOU APPROVED AS SOON AS TOMORROW! LOW ...1BR,1BA$1.27
Arcadia ParkTranquility1BR,1BA$1.28
Palm Garden Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.40
3649 E 3rd StCasa Blanca1BR,1BA$1.42
The Springs Apartments1A | The Cove1BR,1BA$1.45
Somerset Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28

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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

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 $825.

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

The cheapest apartment in San Gabriel is Somerset Place Apartments which is listed at $705, while the average apartment in San Gabriel costs $6,800.

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 26 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 $209 which is $6,591 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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Written by: Marie Brown

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