Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thunderbird Heights Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (38 Rentals)

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El Dorado Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

El Dorado Terrace

6224-6238 E Fairmount StTucson, AZ 85712

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5711 E Pima St
2 Bedroom Apartments

5711 E Pima St

5711 E Pima StTucson, AZ 85712
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San Miguel Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

San Miguel Apartments

1420-1424 N Craycroft RdTucson, AZ 85712
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6020 E 2nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

6020 E 2nd St

6020 E 2nd StTucson, AZ 85711
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1620 N Wilmot Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1620 N Wilmot Rd

1620 N Wilmot RdTucson, AZ 85712
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El Dorado Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Dorado Place

1150 N El Dorado PlTucson, AZ 85715
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Marquee on 5th
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marquee on 5th

6110 E 5th StTucson, AZ 85711
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Broadway Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Broadway Apartments

20 N Leonora AveTucson, AZ 85711
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Vista De Catalina
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vista De Catalina

5770 E 10th StTucson, AZ 85711

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Bellevue Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bellevue Apartments

5330 E BellevueTucson, AZ 85712
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Icon Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Icon Apartments

1475 N Wilmot RdTucson, AZ 85712
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Carondelet Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carondelet Apartments

6770 E Carondelet DrTucson, AZ 85710
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The Beverly on 5th
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Beverly on 5th

5601 E 5th StTucson, AZ 85711
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Craig Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Craig Apartments

1302-1350 N Craycroft RdTucson, AZ 85712
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Thunderbird Heights, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Thunderbird Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Thunderbird Heights area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sedona Springs priced from $599. La Hacienda Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $629. Here are the most affordable Thunderbird Heights apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sedona SpringsStudioStudio,1BA$599
La Hacienda Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$629
Sycamore Creek ApartmentsN | StudioStudio,1BA$660
The Place at Wilmot North1x1 A41BR,1BA$744
Icon Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$799
BELLA FLORA1X11BR,1BA$799
Shadowtree Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$809
The Place at Broadway EastA1 / Willow1BR,1BA$813
Villas Las Toronjas II1X1Studio,1BA$829
Executive ApartmentsFALL INTO SOME GREAT DEALS! 1st month FREE!1BR,1BA$849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thunderbird Heights, AZ

As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Thunderbird Heights area is the $1.33 price per square foot 2X2U-R Model at Palisade Flats- Stunning Renovations in the in the El G.H.E.K.O. neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Thunderbird Heights apartment is the One Bedroom, One Bathroom Model at The Van Buren starting at $1,028 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Avondale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thunderbird Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palisade Flats- Stunning Renovations2X2U-R2BR,2BA$1.33
The Van BurenOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.01
Icon Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.04
El Dorado Place2A | Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.33
Ridgepointe ApartmentsC1 | 1 Bed | Den2BR,1BA$1.40
The Place at Wilmot North2x2 B12BR,2BA$1.37
Carondelet ApartmentsThe Metro1BR,1BA$1.27
BELLA FLORA1X11BR,1BA$1.31
The Place at Broadway EastA2 / Ocotillo1BR,1BA$1.46
Sycamore Creek ApartmentsN | StudioStudio ,1BA$1.47

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Thunderbird Heights, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #130

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thunderbird Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Thunderbird Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Thunderbird Heights is at Sedona Springs listed at $599.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thunderbird Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thunderbird Heights Apartment is $684 at Sycamore Creek Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thunderbird Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thunderbird Heights is starting from $886 at Sycamore Creek Apartments.

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.

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!