
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Cruz Southwest Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Santa Cruz Southwest Studio Apartments | $1,248 | $775 | $1,735 |
Santa Cruz Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $835 | $2,385 |
Santa Cruz Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $850 | $2,885 |
Santa Cruz Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $1,375 | $3,600 |
Santa Cruz Southwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,003 | $1,199 | $4,400 |
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There are currently 16 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 $700. 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 |
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Santa Cruz River Apartments | 1STU | Studio,1BA | $700 |
The Missions at Sentinel Peak | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
San Mateo | Studio | Studio,1BA | $792 |
Buenas @ 1310 Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $930 |
Mountain Lakes Apartments | 1+1 Up | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz Southwest, AZ
As of February 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Cruz Southwest area is the $0.57 price per square foot Courtyard 4x4 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,099. 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. |
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Cottages at Tucson | Courtyard 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.57 |
Valle Del Sur | Fall In Love at Valle Del Sur! Call us today! | 4BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Brioso Living | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
Mountain Lakes Apartments | 2+1 LI | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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 |
Sonoran Reserve | 1x1-457- Partial Renovation | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
San Mateo | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
Santa Cruz River Apartments | 1STU | Studio ,1BA | $2.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSanta Cruz Southwest, Tucson, AZ
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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
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 Santa Cruz Southwest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest is at Santa Cruz River Apartments listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Cruz Southwest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Cruz Southwest Apartment is $835 at The Missions at Sentinel Peak.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Cruz Southwest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz Southwest is starting from $930 at Buenas @ 1310 Apartments.
What is the most affordable Santa Cruz Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Santa Cruz Southwest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ari on Fourth and starts from $1,200.
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