Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Santa Cruz County, AZ
The median gross rent in Santa Cruz County is $741 — 22% below the Arizona state median. It ranks #4 of 15 counties for affordability.
Median rent$741
1-bedroom$515
2-bedroom$739
3-bedroom$947
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How to find the cheapest rent in Santa Cruz County
- Target the $515–$739 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Arizona.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Santa Cruz County
- Greenlee County$532
- Apache County$635
- La Paz County$691