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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Small community
  • Private patio area
  • Community pool
  • Exterior washer and dryer hook ups
  • Small apartment community
  • Charming two-bedroom unit

Location

3501 E 3rd St, Tucson, AZ 85716, USA|Miramonte
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Management

Summit Residential Services

Leasing office

(520) 338-2991 ext. 2

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath625 sqft$899 /mo1 unit availableThis 1st floor unit in small apartment community is tucked back in off of 3rd! Private patio area! Community Laundry. Water billed at $40 per month. Tenant pays electric and gas directly to utility company. Schedule a showing today!

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Amenities for El Con Gardens

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About El Con Gardens

HomeApartments in TucsonMiramonte El Con Gardens

This 1st floor unit in small apartment community is tucked back in off of 3rd! Private patio area! Community Laundry. Water billed at $40 per month. Tenant pays electric and gas directly to utility company. Schedule a showing today!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, El Con Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, El Con Gardens has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated El Con Gardens
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
El Con Gardens offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, El Con Gardens is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
El Con Gardens is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While El Con Gardens does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
El Con Gardens provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How El Con Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Miramonte

1-bedroom apartments at El Con Gardens cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Miramonte.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Miramonte
Tucson
A table of studio rental data trends in Tucson
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$780
December 2023$774
January 2024$776
February 2024$797
March 2024$785
April 2024$783
May 2024$771
June 2024$773
July 2024$750
August 2024$750
September 2024$768
October 2024$755
November 2024$754
December 2024$776
January 2025$771
February 2025$773
March 2025$779
April 2025$750
May 2025$749
June 2025$749
July 2025$750
August 2025$750
September 2025$748
October 2025$750
November 2025$750
A table of studio rental data trends in Miramonte
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$764
December 2023$1,411
February 2024$749
March 2024$785
April 2024$748
May 2024$695
June 2024$741
July 2024$764
August 2024$733
February 2025$690
March 2025$755
April 2025$791
May 2025$780
June 2025$748
July 2025$750
August 2025$748
September 2025$709
October 2025$789
November 2025$764

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $899.
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Schools near El Con Gardens

Howell Peter Elementary School

401 n irving ave

tucson, AZ, 85711

PK, K-5Public
C+

Miles-Exploratory Learning Center

1400 e broadway blvd

tucson, AZ, 85719

PK, K-8Public
C+

Mary Meredith K-12 School

755 n magnolia ave

tucson, AZ, 85711

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Miramonte | Tucson, AZ

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Tucson near 3501 E 3rd St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 3501 E 3rd St, Tucson

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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