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National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Apartment List has released Tucson’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
"Tucson renters expressed general dissatisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "They gave most categories average scores."
Key Findings in Tucson include the following:
Renters say:
For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.
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University accessibility defines Campus Farm, where housing near University of Arizona creates diverse community with academic energy. The district sits within easy distance to both campus facilities and the popular 4th Avenue entertainment district without undergraduate-dominated atmosphere. Though some properties show varied maintenance levels reflecting rental market fluctuations, the strategic positioning between university resources and downtown amenities creates compelling value for academic households seeking balance between educational access and authentic Tucson experiences beyond purely campus environments.
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