
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Tucson Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (75 Rentals)
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Sienna Ridge

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Eastpointe

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Brookwood

770 N Dodge Blvd

770 N Dodge Blvd

770 N Dodge Blvd
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770 N Dodge Blvd

770 N Dodge Blvd

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770 N Dodge Blvd

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5433 E 30th St

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Southeast Tucson, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Tucson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Tucson Studio Apartments | $770 | $599 | $1,200 |
| Southeast Tucson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $963 | $639 | $1,734 |
| Southeast Tucson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $817 | $1,950 |
| Southeast Tucson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $1,299 | $2,200 |
| Southeast Tucson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
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There are currently 75 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Tucson Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Tucson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Tucson area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sienna Ridge priced from $599. Summit Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable Southeast Tucson apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sienna Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| Summit Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| Sedona Springs | Studio | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| Villa Del Sol | 1X1-U | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| Sunset Vista Apartments | 1X1U | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| Eastpointe | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 26104 | 1BR,1BA | $679 |
| Alterra Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $684 |
| Brookwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $692 |
| Miramonte Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Standard Raintree | Studio Silver | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Tucson, AZ
As of March 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Tucson area is the $0.99 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at The Van Buren in the in the Avondale neighborhood starting from $1,274. The second greatest value Southeast Tucson apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Hampton Park starting at $1,453 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Broadway Pantano East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Tucson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Van Buren | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Hampton Park | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Icon Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Bellevue Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Del Rey Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Emerald Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Peaks at Redington | Deluxe - One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Somerpointe | The Amber | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Arcadia Park | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Catalina Vista | One Bedroom, All Utilities Included | At AZ 1st... | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Tucson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southeast Tucson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast Tucson is under $695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Tucson?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Tucson is Villa Del Sol which is listed at $669, while the average apartment in Southeast Tucson costs $2,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast Tucson?
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 61 regular apartments in Southeast Tucson 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 Southeast Tucson?
Cheap apartments in Southeast Tucson have an average cost of $136 which is $2,059 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Tucson.
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