Cheap Homes for Rent in the West University Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $800 (5 Rentals)

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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 priced from $700. Hub Park Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 6 Beds apartment currently listed from $829. Here are the most affordable West University apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
700 N 7th AveUpdated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug...Studio,1BA$700
Hub Park Ave6x56BR,5BA$829
Hub Speedway4x2 Mansion +4BR,2BA$1,119

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West University, AZ

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the West University area is the $1.85 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at University Rincon in the in the Downtown Tucson neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value West University apartment is the 3x3 A Model at oLiv Tucson starting at $1,175 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Sam Hughes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Rincon2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.85
oLiv Tucson3x3 A3BR,3BA$1.08
Campus Walk Condominiums2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$1.10
Hub Park Ave4x2 Suite Mansion4BR,2BA$1.32
Aspire Tucson: Off-Campus Student HousingB32BR,2BA$2.35
Urbane3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.39
The Parker2x22BR,2BA$1.78
The Link at 4th Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.16
The District on 5th2x22BR,2BA$1.40
700 N 7th AveUpdated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug...Studio ,1BA$2.11

Frequently Asked Questions about West University

What type of rentals are currently available in West University?

There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in West University, AZ with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,679. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West University ranging from $850 to $5,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West University ranges from $850 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,278.

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