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3601 S 16th StTucson, AZ 85713
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238 W 33rd StTucson, AZ 85713
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2800 S Mission RdTucson, AZ 85713
238 W 33rd St
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The Missions at Sentinel Peak
2410 S Mission RdTucson, AZ 85713
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150 E 16th StTucson, AZ 85701
3713 S 7th Ave
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19 W Michigan Dr
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204 E Palmdale St
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1975 W 36th StTucson, AZ 85713
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673 W 41st StTucson, AZ 85713
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4555 S Mission RdTucson, AZ 85746
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4842 S Liberty AveTucson, AZ 85714
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25 W 18th St
25 W 18th StTucson, AZ 85701
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Borden Court
231 E 33rd StTucson, AZ 85713
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305 E Benson HwyTucson, AZ 85713
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3668 S Belmar AveTucson, AZ 85713
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Santa Cruz River Apartments
851 W Ajo WayTucson, AZ 85713
425 W Columbia St
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Mission Creek Apartments
1451 W Ajo WayTucson, AZ 85713
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Verde Plaza
2424 S Cottonwood LnTucson, AZ 85713
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1440 W Irvington RdTucson, AZ 85746
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1310 W Ajo WayTucson, AZ 85713
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1502 W Ajo WayTucson, AZ 85713
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Santa Cruz Southwest, Tucson, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Southwest Studio Apartments | $921 | $650 | $1,295 |
| Santa Cruz Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,104 | $695 | $1,660 |
| Santa Cruz Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $950 | $3,000 |
| Santa Cruz Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $1,375 | $5,341 |
| Santa Cruz Southwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Santa Cruz Southwest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Cruz Southwest area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Santa Cruz priced from $650. San Mateo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $697. Here are the most affordable Santa Cruz Southwest apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| San Mateo | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $697 |
| The Missions at Sentinel Peak | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Mission Creek Apartments | Upgraded 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Buenas @ 1310 Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $930 |
| Mountain Lakes Apartments | $0 Admin Fee this WEEK ONLY | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Rincon Country West RV Resort | Park Model | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Flash Tucson Residential | Flash 894 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| The Baffert at Five Points | 1 br/ 1 bath (2nd Floor) | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz Southwest, AZ
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Cruz Southwest area is the $1.74 price per square foot Ironwood Model at Tucson Landing in the in the Holiday Isle neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Santa Cruz Southwest apartment is the Your new home is waiting for you at Valle del s... Model at Valle Del Sur starting at $1,700 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the South Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Cruz Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson Landing | Ironwood | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Valle Del Sur | Your new home is waiting for you at Valle del s... | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| The Flash Tucson Residential | Flash 894 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Mountain Lakes Apartments | May Special $99.00 AOC -Tu Nuevo Hogar | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Rincon Country West RV Resort | Park Model | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Buenas @ 1310 Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Mission Creek Apartments | Upgraded 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| San Mateo | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
| Santa Cruz | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Missions at Sentinel Peak | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Cruz Southwest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Cruz Southwest is under $1,530.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest is San Mateo which is listed at $716, while the average apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Cruz Southwest?
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 8 regular apartments in Santa Cruz Southwest 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 Santa Cruz Southwest?
Cheap apartments in Santa Cruz Southwest have an average cost of $384 which is $2,016 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Cruz Southwest.
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