
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West University Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (7 Rentals)
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41 E Speedway Blvd, Unit 1

The Link at 4th Ave
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Hub Speedway

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700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D )
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929 N 7th Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West University Studio Apartments | $1,897 | $1,049 | $2,424 |
| West University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,193 | $750 | $2,649 |
| West University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,760 | $1,375 | $2,215 |
| West University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $779 | $2,050 |
| West University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,089 | $7,780 |
| West University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $819 | $2,045 |
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Cheapest Available West University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West University area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at 700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D ) priced from $825. The Link at 4th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,049. Here are the most affordable West University apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D ) | Updated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug... | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| The Link at 4th Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| Hub Speedway | 4x2 + | 4BR,2BA | $1,089 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West University, AZ
As of February 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the West University area is the $1.50 price per square foot 4x2 Suite Mansion Model at Hub Park Ave in the in the North University neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value West University apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Urbane starting at $1,363 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the North University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Park Ave | 4x2 Suite Mansion | 4BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Urbane | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| The District on 5th | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| The Parker | Studio + | Studio ,1BA | $4.89 |
| The Link at 4th Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
| Hub Speedway | 1x1 VIP | 1BR,1BA | $5.60 |
| oLiv Tucson | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $5.46 |
| Aspire Tucson: Off-Campus Student Housing | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.88 |
| 700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D ) | Updated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug... | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West University is under $2,649.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West University?
The cheapest apartment in West University is Hub Speedway which is listed at $2,175, while the average apartment in West University costs $18,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West University?
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 143 regular apartments in West University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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