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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Professionally managed
  • On site laundry
  • Small community

Location

5557 East Helen Street, Tucson, Arizona 85712, United States|Harlan Heights
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Management

Fort Lowell Realty & Prop Mgmt

Leasing office

(520) 277-1393

Property Overview

Helen Apartments is an impressive property with a Zumper expert rating of 9.2, reflecting its desirability and high-quality living standards. It excels in price, amenities, and location, each scoring above 9, indicating a well-rounded option for renters. Noteworthy features include off-street parking and on-site laundry, complemented by a strong emphasis on pet-friendliness and a community-focused environment.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
Helen Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$750 /mo1 unit availableThis end unit 1 bed 1 bath townhome is located in a small community close to shopping, restaurants and public transportation. Newer floors, countertops and stainless steel appliances. Two minisplits to keep you cool in summer and warm in winter! On site laundry,and off-street parking. Professionally managed and ready for move-in. $750 + $45 for water sewer and trash. Please TEXT Mary to view: 520-277-1393. Equal Opportunity Housing Fort Lowell Realty & Property Management

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Amenities for Helen Apartments

Appliances

Stainless Steel Fridge

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Laundry Room On-siteOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
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
Limit1

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About Helen Apartments

HomeApartments in TucsonHarlan Heights Helen Apartments

This end unit 1 bed 1 bath townhome is located in a small community close to shopping, restaurants and public transportation. Newer floors, countertops and stainless steel appliances. Two minisplits to keep you cool in summer and warm in winter! On site laundry,and off-street parking. Professionally managed and ready for move-in. $750 + $45 for water sewer and trash. Please TEXT Mary to view: 520-277-1393. Equal Opportunity Housing Fort Lowell Realty & Property Management


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
Helen Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Helen Apartments
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.
Helen Apartments 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·9A 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.
Helen Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Helen Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Helen Apartments 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·9A 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.
Helen Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Helen Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby

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 Helen Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Harlan Heights

1-bedroom apartments at Helen Apartments cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Harlan Heights.

Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Harlan Heights
Tucson
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Tucson
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$912
January 2024$897
February 2024$899
March 2024$903
April 2024$942
May 2024$950
June 2024$951
July 2024$938
August 2024$934
September 2024$928
October 2024$902
November 2024$900
December 2024$901
January 2025$901
February 2025$917
March 2025$914
April 2025$898
May 2025$908
June 2025$903
July 2025$899
August 2025$896
September 2025$895
October 2025$895
November 2025$892
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Harlan Heights
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$795
January 2024$835
February 2024$795
March 2024$825
April 2024$831
May 2024$849
June 2024$846
July 2024$846
August 2024$832
September 2024$829
October 2024$796
November 2024$795
December 2024$822
January 2025$808
February 2025$795
March 2025$795
April 2025$795
May 2025$815
June 2025$820
July 2025$820
August 2025$820
September 2025$820
October 2025$820
November 2025$820

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$30,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near Helen Apartments

Mary Meredith K-12 School

755 n magnolia ave

tucson, AZ, 85711

K-12Public

Hudlow Elementary School

502 n caribe ave

tucson, AZ, 85710

PK, K-5Public
C

Miles-Exploratory Learning Center

1400 e broadway blvd

tucson, AZ, 85719

PK, K-8Public
C+
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Getting around Tucson near 5557 East Helen Street

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 5557 East Helen Street, Tucson

Groceries

3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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