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The Missions at Sentinel Peak
2410 S Mission RdTucson, AZ 85713
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2800 S Mission RdTucson, AZ 85713
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Mission Creek Apartments
1451 W Ajo WayTucson, AZ 85713
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1975 W 36th StTucson, AZ 85713
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475 N Granada AveTucson, AZ 85701
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673 W 41st St
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Santa Cruz Southwest, Tucson, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Southwest Studio Apartments | $1,167 | $775 | $1,675 |
| Santa Cruz Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $795 | $2,822 |
| Santa Cruz Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $942 | $3,191 |
| Santa Cruz Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,375 | $3,600 |
| Santa Cruz Southwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,055 | $1,930 | $4,400 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Santa Cruz Southwest Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Santa Cruz Southwest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Cruz Southwest area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Santa Cruz River Apartments priced from $749. The Missions at Sentinel Peak has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Santa Cruz Southwest apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz River Apartments | 1STU-R | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| The Missions at Sentinel Peak | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| San Mateo | Studio | Studio,1BA | $777 |
| Mission Creek Apartments | Upgraded 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Mountain Lakes Apartments | 1+1 VLI | 1BR,1BA | $874 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz Southwest, AZ
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Cruz Southwest area is the $0.47 price per square foot Courtyard 4x4 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $899. The second greatest value Santa Cruz Southwest apartment is the Fall In Love at Valle Del Sur! Call us today! (... Model at Valle Del Sur starting at $2,050 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the South Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Cruz Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottages at Tucson | Courtyard 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.47 |
| Valle Del Sur | Fall In Love at Valle Del Sur! Call us today! (... | 4BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Brioso at the Bridges | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Mountain Lakes Apartments | 2+1 LI | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 233 E 31st St | 233 E 31st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 13 W Palmdale St, Unit 1 | 13 W Palmdale St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Rio Seco Apartments | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Rincon Country West RV Resort | Park Model | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Buenas @ 1310 Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Mission Creek Apartments | Upgraded 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Santa Cruz Southwest Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Cruz Southwest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Cruz Southwest is under $1,059.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest is San Mateo which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest costs $4,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Cruz Southwest?
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 103 regular apartments in Santa Cruz Southwest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest?
Cheap apartments in Santa Cruz Southwest have an average cost of $1,261 which is $3,139 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Cruz Southwest.
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