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Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in Yuma, AZ

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  6. Building Photo - Adobe Casitas
    STUDIO
    $800+
    1 BED
    $850+

    Adobe Casitas

    2681 S Virginia Dr, Yuma, AZ 85364
  7. Building Photo - Hayden Square
    STUDIO
    $970+
    1 BED
    $995+

    Hayden Square

    2100 S Avenue A Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364
  37. Building Photo - 7
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $750

    7

    2376 S 34th Dr, Yuma, AZ 85364
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Yuma at a Glance

Average Rent

$945
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16

Some Transit

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Yuma, AZ Apartments for Rent

Yuma holds the Guinness World Record as the "Sunniest City on Earth," with sunshine and warm weather at least 91 percent of the year. Located along the Colorado River in southwestern Arizona, the city serves as the county seat of Yuma County and is home to a population of over 95,000 residents. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Yuma, you'll discover an affordable desert city with a rich agricultural heritage—it's the Winter Lettuce Capital of the World and grows over 175 types of crops.

Renting in Yuma means enjoying both historic charm and budget-friendly prices, with average rents significantly below Arizona's state average. The historic downtown district features must-see spots like the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park and the Historic Yuma Theatre, while West Wetlands Park along the Colorado River offers plenty of outdoor fun. You'll find apartment communities near Arizona Western College, Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, and the Yuma Art Center. Interstate 8 runs through the city, giving you easy access to San Diego to the west and Phoenix to the northeast—making Yuma a smart choice for renters who want affordable desert living with guaranteed sunshine year-round.

Renting in Yuma

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Yuma

(For 1 bedroom apartments)
  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • Downtown Yuma 533 Sq Ft $981/mo

Getting Around Yuma

Transportation

44

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
48

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
16

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Gila Ridge High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,248 Students
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Yuma Online Distance Academy

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
52 Students
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Cibola High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,430 Students
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Kofa High School

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Public
Grades 9-12
1,972 Students
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Yuma High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,038 Students
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Centennial Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
644 Students
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R Pete Woodard Jr High School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
613 Students
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Castle Dome Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
939 Students
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Crane Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
552 Students
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Gila Vista Junior High School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
551 Students

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