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Highlights

  • Free parking
  • Off-street parking
  • Smoke free
  • Tile floors
  • Off street parking

Location

648 East Speedway Boulevard, Tucson, Arizona 85705, United States|West University
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Management

Realty Executives Arizona Territory

Leasing office

(256) 203-3481

Property Overview

The property on Speedway Blvd has received a strong overall rating of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its excellent value and amenities, with a price rating of 9 out of 10 indicating a competitive market position. Its impressive location garners a 9 out of 10 rating, providing convenient access to restaurants, parks, and public transit. With notable features like off-street and free parking, along with a smoke-free environment, it is well-suited for those seeking a vibrant community with an emphasis on sustainability.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Speedway Blvd is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Speedway Blvd has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath500 sqft$850 /mo1 unit availableThis Guest House is very close to the corner of campus and has off street parking. Tile floors, appliances included, shared pool with the main house. Call with questions. Short term lease - It is available now until 7/31/26.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath962 sqft$1,495 /mo1 unit availableShort term lease: Available now until 7/31/2026. A historic home very close to the university. Large front porch. Walled with pool and area to enjoy, and off-street parking. Includes free parking. It is Smoke Free and Vape Free, and all animals must be approved first.

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Amenities for Speedway Blvd

Apartment Amenities

Dryer

Appliances

DishwasherDouble Ovens
Gas CooktopIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeRange/Oven
Refrigerator

Grounds

Swimming Pool
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One-time. Refundable.

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About Speedway Blvd

HomeApartments in TucsonWest University Speedway Blvd

This Guest House is very close to the corner of campus and has off street parking. Tile floors, appliances included, shared pool with the main house. Call with questions. Short term lease - It is available now until 7/31/26.


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, Speedway Blvd is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Speedway Blvd 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 Speedway Blvd
Price·9A 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.
Speedway Blvd stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Speedway Blvd goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including swimming pool. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Speedway Blvd 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.
Speedway Blvd 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 Speedway Blvd does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

Speedway Blvd is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 185 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • The area has transit options

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 27 parks within a mile

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 Speedway Blvd compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 201 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in West University

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 29% lower than 1-bedrooms in West University.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Speedway Blvd to be 2% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in West University.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
West University
Tucson
A table of studio rental data trends in Tucson
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$778
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$749
A table of studio rental data trends in West University
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,075
February 2025$1,013
March 2025$990
April 2025$986
May 2025$1,050
June 2025$1,043
July 2025$995
August 2025$892
September 2025$933
October 2025$1,028
November 2025$999

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$34,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $850.
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Schools near Speedway Blvd

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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Getting around Tucson near 648 East Speedway Boulevard

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

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 648 East Speedway Boulevard, Tucson

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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