Cheap Homes for Rent in Santa Cruz Southwest Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $600 (11 Rentals)

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property at 3909 S 14th Ave

$650 - $1,100

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3909 S 14th Ave

TucsonAZ85714
property at 234 E 32nd St

$500 - $1,050

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234 E 32nd St

TucsonAZ85713

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Santa Cruz Southwest, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

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 San Mateo priced from $756. The Missions at Sentinel Peak has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Santa Cruz Southwest apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
San MateoStudioStudio,1BA$756
The Missions at Sentinel PeakStudioStudio,1BA$775
Mission Creek ApartmentsUpgraded 1x11BR,1BA$885
Buenas @ 1310 Apartments2x12BR,1BA$930
Rincon Country West RV ResortPark Model1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz Southwest, AZ

As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Cruz Southwest area is the $3.03 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 bath (Loft) Model at The Baffert at Five Points in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $3,350. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Baffert at Five Points3 Bed/2 bath (Loft)3BR,2BA$3.03
Valle Del SurYour new home is waiting for you at Valle del s...3BR,2BA$1.62
730 W 44th St730 W 44th St2BR,1BA$1.18
519 S 5th Ave, Unit 519519 S 5th Ave1BR,1BA$1.59
The Flash Tucson ResidentialFlash 663 1 bed1BR,1BA$1.80
Rincon Country West RV ResortPark Model1BR,1BA$1.93
Buenas @ 1310 Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.75
Mission Creek ApartmentsUpgraded 1x11BR,1BA$1.97
San MateoStudioStudio ,1BA$1.94
The Missions at Sentinel PeakStudioStudio ,1BA$2.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Cruz Southwest

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Cruz Southwest?

There are currently 184 Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz Southwest, AZ with pricing that ranges from $750 to $3,350. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Cruz Southwest ranging from $650 to $2,040.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Cruz Southwest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Cruz Southwest ranges from $650 to $2,040 with an average monthly rent of $1,366.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Cruz Southwest?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Cruz Southwest range from $1,375 to $3,350, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,599 to $1,895. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

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