Tucson/ Real Estate & Development
Published on November 27, 2019
Renting in Tucson: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?3949 E. Monte Vista Drive. | Photo: Zumper

Housing costs got you down? Though apartment hunting can be frustrating, there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Tucson look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Tucson via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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3949 E. Monte Vista Drive

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Listed at $450/month, this 448-square-foot studio apartment, located at 3949 E. Monte Vista Drive, is 13.4 percent less than the median rent for a studio in Tucson, which is currently estimated at around $520/month.

The building features secured entry and on-site laundry. The residence also comes with air conditioning and a walk-in closet. Animals are not allowed. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is car-dependent, is very bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

3050 N. Second Ave.

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Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom rental situated at 3050 N. Second Ave. in Keeling. It's listed for $495/month for its 522 square feet.

The building features a swimming pool, on-site management and additional storage space. Pets are not allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is friendly for those on foot, is easy to get around on a bicycle and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

520 E. Mohave Road

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Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 520 E. Mohave Road in Amphi, which, at 606 square feet, is also going for $495/month.

The building offers garage parking, outdoor space and on-site laundry. The listing also promises air conditioning in the apartment. Pets are not welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is easy to get around on a bicycle and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

301 W. Helen St.

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Then, there's this 630-square-foot abode with one bedroom and one bathroom at 301 W. Helen St. in Ocotillo Oracle. It's listed at $525/month.

Look for hardwood flooring and air conditioning in the unit. Building amenities include additional storage space. Cats and dogs are permitted. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is moderately walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

260 W. Blacklidge Drive

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Finally, here's this 643-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom living space, located at 260 W. Blacklidge Drive, that's listed for $525/month.

Amenities offered in the building include outdoor space, garage parking and on-site management. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are permitted. The listing specifies a $200 pet fee and a $30 application fee.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is moderately walkable, is very bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Here's the listing.)


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