Mountain Shadows Apartments
2430 N Dodge Blvd,
Tucson, AZ 85716
$649 - $919
Studio - 2 Beds
Dodge Flower is a charming neighborhood known for its streets lined with cacti and palm trees. Many homes here are single-story ranches, blending seamlessly with the area's natural beauty. The neighborhood offers plenty of amenities, including easy access to parks like McCormick Park and the Tucson Botanical Gardens, which is famous for its rare corpse flower. For daily needs, residents can shop at the nearby Northgate Shopping Mall, which houses a Walmart Supercenter for convenient grocery trips. While the cost of living is relatively moderate, with homes averaging in the mid-$200,000s, rental options range from $650 to $1,300, making it an attractive area for renters moving to Tucson.
Most residents of Dodge Flower commute to work, taking advantage of its proximity to major employers like the University of Arizona and Tucson Medical Center. The neighborhood's location offers quick access to downtown Tucson via West Grant Road, and public transit options include the Sun Tran bus service, which directly connects the area to the city center and beyond. A unique aspect of Dodge Flower is its cultural vibrancy, showcased through the Tucson Botanical Gardens' butterfly enclosure and the nearby Yume Japanese Gardens.
As of February 2026, the average apartment rent in Dodge Flower is $648 for a studio, $816 for one bedroom, $1,031 for two bedrooms, and $1,257 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Dodge Flower has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
Studio
467 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$648/month
Average Rent
1 BR
545 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$816/month
Average Rent
2 BR
808 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,031/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,016 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,257/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
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’ll need a car.
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
Niche User
10 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review
Because there are a variety of businesses in the area, there are jobs available for most anyone.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.