Tucson Estates, AZ

175 Apartments for Rent

Tucson Estates is a prickly place - in fact it's adjacent to many, many cacti - Saguaro National Park, which is home to one of the largest concentrations of natural saguaro cactuses in the United States.

Tucson Estates is a small, census-designated, suburban area located in the county of Pima, Arizona. At the time of the last major census, the population was at just about 9,700 people and this vital community is continuing to grow. It is adjacent to the vibrant art and music scene of metropolitan Tucson as well as the stunning Catalina Foothills.

Moving to Tucson Estates

Ready to find apartments for rent near the rugged scenery of suburban Tucson Estates, Arizona? You'll find many housing choices in a beautiful desert setting near Tuscon Mountain Park, including a good number of 1 bedroom apartments for rent, many nice 2 bedroom apartments for rent, as well as townhouses and single-family homes.

You should be sure that you give yourself some time to find a place in Tucson Estates though - thirty days is about right, as many properties move quickly in this desirable community near Ironwood Forest National Monument. Swimming pools and golf courses are just a few of the amenities you'll have here as well as the spectacular mountain views. So what should you do to find a home? Look in the Tucson Weekly and the Arizona Star daily newspaper, both online and in print.. Be sure to drive around the area and look for rentals that may not be advertised other than with signage, particularly around West Ajo Road, where there are mostly owner occupied properties, with rentals sprinkled in. This will also help you find the best rental to suit your needs. For your future landlord, make sure to have hand your current ID, credit report, and bank statements or W2's.

Neighborhoods

If you are on the look out for a friendly, interesting, and centrally located community to live in, Tucson Estates is the place for you. Here you can find the big city convenience of Tucson right in your own backyard, or you can simply stay put in one of Tucson Estates' beautiful, quiet neighborhoods to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Sierra Villa / South Kinney Road: This quiet family-friendly neighborhood is the perfect spot to discover house rentals. You can also discover many townhouses here, though apartment complexes are not as prevalent. Residents love easy access to the Tucson Mineral and Gem World for shopping and learning about natural minerals. Bring a piece of rose quartz home to enhance the peaceful nature of your new home. Tucson Mountain Park for hiking and camping is also nearby, as is the wide Santa Cruz River Park and recreation area.

Shadow Mountain / West Ajo Road: If you're looking for nice apartments, condos, townhouses, or single-family homes, you can find all and any of those in this scenic neighborhood location. Residents love easy access to the municipal golf courses, Tucson International Airport, Ironwood Forest National Monument, and Ryan Field. Hiking, biking, and team sports activities are all a part of life here.

Life in Tucson Estates

Weather here is temperate in spring, fall and winter, although summers can get quite warm and bright. Bring your sunscreen and prepare for some air conditioning costs. Summer is the perfect time for a dip in the El Rio Golf Course or Randolph Municipal Gold Course pools.

Summer warmth is a small price to pay for dry warm comfort all winter long. You won't have to worry about scraping snow or ice off of your windshield here, only what shorts to wear for the holiday dinner! Public transportation is also very reliable here and you can get along with or without a car of your own just fine. Greater Tucson bus routes stop through Tucson Estates regularly and major Greyhound Bus stops are only a short distance away.

Tucson Estates is a scenic and convenient community to call home sweet home. Natural beauty cannot be topped here, the nearby Santa Catalina Natural Area is the perfect place to camp, hike, or have a family nature walk. It is home to Mount Lemmon and Mica Mountain, some of Arizona's highest mountain peaks. Photographers, grab your lenses!

Saguaro National Park is another stunner, as is Tucson Mountain Park and Ironwood Forest National Monument. Trails to explore and views to soak in are everywhere, so bring your hiking boots and binoculars. There are also many nearby attractions such as the Tucson Gem Show, golf courses, and the lush Coronado National Forest recreation area.