Desert Sage Apartments

3950 E Blacklidge Dr, Tucson, AZ 85712

Apartment building

Studio-2 beds

Parking lot

Air conditioning (central)

Shared laundry

Available units

Price may not include required fees and charges.

Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit 104 Studio, 1 ba	--	Now	$700
Unit 101 Studio, 1 ba	--	Now	$750
Unit 102 1 bd, 1 ba	--	Now	$850
Unit 100 1 bd, 1 ba	--	Now	$900
2 Bedroom 2 bd, 1 ba	--	Now	$1,050+

What's special

On-site poolSpacious livingSpacious laundry room

Welcome home to Desert Sage Apartments, where spacious living meets affordable prices. Our community offers convenience, and a welcoming atmosphere, all in a prime location near shopping, dining, and major bus routes. Residents enjoy access to an on-site pool, a spacious laundry room, inviting outdoor spaces perfect for relaxing or socializing, and a generous parking lot with covered parking available. Desert Sage Apartments is located in Pima County within the 85712 ZIP code and is served by the Tucson Unified School District.

Facts, features & policies

Building Amenities

Other

Laundry: Shared

Swimming Pool

Unit Features

Appliances

Range

Refrigerator

Cooling

Central Air Conditioning

Policies

Parking

Parking Lot

Lease terms

Flexible

Neighborhood: 85712

Areas of interest

Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

Travel times

Getting around

Walk Score^®

/ 100

Car-Dependent

Transit Score^®

/ 100

Some Transit

Bike Score^®

/ 100

Very Bikeable

Near Desert Sage Apartments

The Mini-Time Machine Museum, located within a 5-minute drive, features a number of exhibits, including The Enchanted Realm, Exploring the World, a History Gallery and Miniatures of the Southwest.
Tucson Botanical Garden, occupying over 5 acres, featuring 12 gardens and hosting events, including Butterfly Magic, Savor Food & Wine Festival and Poetry in the Gardens, is a 5-minute drive.
McCormick Park, located within a 10-minute walk, features a large children's playground, soccer and baseball fields, a ramada and covered picnic areas.
Martial Arts of Tucson, offering classes for the entire family in Aikido, Taekwondo and Judo and a UA TKD Club, is a 10-minute drive from the community.

Nearby schools in Tucson

Doolen Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 1.3 miles

2/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

2/10

Student Progress Rating

2/10

Miles-Exploratory Learning Center

Grades PK-8 • 3.7 miles

9/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

8/10

Student Progress Rating

9/10

University High School

Grades 8-12 • 2.6 miles

10/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

College Readiness Rating

10/10

Student Progress Rating

10/10

Historic Area
Old Fort Lowell preserves a notable chapter of Tucson’s military history.
Green Spaces
Fort Lowell Park provides open space, recreation facilities and a playground.
Transit Access
Local bus service offers connections to destinations across Tucson.
Outdoor Activities
Sunny weather and desert scenery support outdoor recreation through much of the year.

Garden District, St. Cyrils, Dodge Flower, Old Fort Lowell and Harlan Heights sit in central Tucson, with mountain views, desert vegetation and a sunny, dry climate; summer heat makes shade and water useful companions outdoors. Old Fort Lowell’s historic site recalls the area’s military past, while nearby Fort Lowell Park offers open space, sports facilities and a playground. Neighborhood streets mix homes with local restaurants, cafés and everyday shops, and larger retail options are available along nearby commercial corridors. The area’s cultural life is shaped by Tucson’s arts and dining scenes, with downtown venues reachable by car or transit. Walking and biking can work for local trips, while bus service and major roads connect the neighborhoods to other parts of the city. For ZIP code 85712, the median rent is $1,125 per month, with a typical range of $500 to $7,250.