Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 3 Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (27 Rentals)

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Thurber Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Thurber Terrace

750 W Thurber RdTucson, AZ 85705
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Twin Palms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Palms

50 W King RdTucson, AZ 85705
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Miraflores
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Miraflores

4011 N 1st AveTucson, AZ 85719
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Malibu Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Malibu Apartments

3665-3703 N 1st AveTucson, AZ 85719
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The Landing on 2nd!
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Landing on 2nd!

3050 N 2nd AveTucson, AZ 85705
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Ward 3, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ward 3 Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward 3 area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Laurence Court Apartments priced from $600. Villas Los Duraznos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $679. Here are the most affordable Ward 3 apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Laurence Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$600
Villas Los DuraznosStudioStudio,1BA$679
Prince Plaza Apartments1 x 1 JR1BR,1BA$679
Metro Tucson * Newly Remodeled Units*A1-1X11BR,1BA$695
The GroveDeluxe StudioStudio,1BA$700
Verde ApartmentsA1R1BR,1BA$707
Malibu Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Metro on FirstStudioStudio,1BA$749
Alegria Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$756
Acacia Gardens - 402 E. Limberlost Drive1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$785

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 3, AZ

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward 3 area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Malibu Apartments in the in the North Stone neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Ward 3 apartment is the 950 sq ft Model at Oracle Canyon starting at $970 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Pullman neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 3 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Malibu Apartments3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms3BR,1.5BA$1.32
Oracle Canyon950 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.02
Villa Delano Apartment Homes** FALL INTO SAVINGS ** Gated Community - Two B...2BR,2BA$1.12
La Cima ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.30
RIVER GARDEN2X12BR,1BA$1.45
Kachina Springs ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50
Mountain Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.25
North Hill Park Apartments1x1 6001BR,1BA$1.43
Mission at Mohave1 Bedroom x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.45
Acacia Gardens - 402 E. Limberlost Drive1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.49

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward 3, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #61

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Tucson. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Ward 3 Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ward 3 Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Ward 3?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ward 3 is under $785.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ward 3?

The cheapest apartment in Ward 3 is Prince Plaza Apartments which is listed at $679, while the average apartment in Ward 3 costs $1,424.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ward 3?

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 10 regular apartments in Ward 3 that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.