
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunnyside Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $500 (20 Rentals)
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Villa Vaquero Apartments

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711-741 E Bilby Rd

5720-5726 S Morris Blvd

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6207-6213 S Morris Blvd

The Apex - Tucson

Casa Grande Village Apartments

Icon on Park

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Sunnyside, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunnyside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $859 | $1,350 |
| Sunnyside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,105 | $900 | $1,320 |
| Sunnyside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available Sunnyside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunnyside area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Icon on Park priced from $784. Palomino Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Sunnyside apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icon on Park | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $784 |
| Palomino Crossing | Deluxe 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| The Axis - Tucson Apartments | 1+1 Down | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Solano Springs | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $874 |
| The Apex - Tucson | 3+2 Up | 3BR,2BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyside, AZ
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunnyside area is the $1.52 price per square foot 3+2 Down Model at The Apex - Tucson in the in the 12th Avenue - Valencia Road neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Sunnyside apartment is the 411 E Thoroughbred St Model at 411 E Thoroughbred St, Unit 411 Thoroughbred starting at $1,300 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Cherry Avenue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunnyside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Apex - Tucson | 3+2 Down | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 411 E Thoroughbred St, Unit 411 Thoroughbred | 411 E Thoroughbred St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Rio Azul Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Axis - Tucson Apartments | 1+1 Down | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Solano Springs | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Palomino Crossing | 1x1 Fully Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Icon on Park | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunnyside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunnyside?
The cheapest apartment in Sunnyside is Icon on Park which is listed at $784, while the average apartment in Sunnyside costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunnyside?
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 17 regular apartments in Sunnyside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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