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West University, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West University?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West University Studio Apartments | $1,808 | $1,099 | $2,375 |
West University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,249 | $2,549 |
West University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $949 | $2,699 |
West University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $589 | $2,030 |
West University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $675 | $1,985 |
West University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $589 | $1,995 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in West University, AZ
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the West University area is the $5.26 price per square foot 1x1 A Model at Hub Park Ave in the in the North University neighborhood starting from $2,425. The second greatest value West University apartment is the Studio Model at The Link at 4th Ave starting at $1,099 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Tucson 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. |
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Hub Park Ave | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $5.26 |
The Link at 4th Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
Hub Speedway | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $5.38 |
oLiv Tucson | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $5.29 |
Getting Around the West University Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
96 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
65 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 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 $1,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West University?
The cheapest apartment in West University is The Link at 4th Ave which is listed at $1,249, while the average apartment in West University costs $2,329.
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 267 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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