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River Oaks
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River Oaks

7730 E Broadway BlvdTucson, AZ 85710
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Tucson East
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tucson East

8490 E Old Spanish TrlTucson, AZ 85710
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Sunrise Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Ridge

4901 E Sunrise DrTucson, AZ 85718
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Cota Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cota Apartments

3993 W Main StThatcher, AZ 85552
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Taylor Heights
2 Bedroom Apartments

Taylor Heights

9009 E Broadway BlvdTucson, AZ 85710
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Central, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Central, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Canyon Oaks in the Broadway Pantano East neighborhood priced from $648. Eastpointe in the Broadway Pantano East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $679. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Canyon OaksModel A1BR,1BA$648
Eastpointe1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 281201BR,1BA$679
Pavilions at Pantano Apartments1B Jr1BR,1BA$707
Canyon Creek1A | StudioStudio,1BA$722
Peaks at RedingtonJunior - One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$725
Toscana Cove Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$730
Green Leaf At BroadwayOne Bed1BR,1BA$750
The Vintage Apartments4181BR,1BA$750
Tanque Verde ApartmentsA1: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$753
HilandsS1: 0 Bed 1 BathStudio,1BA$785

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, AZ and Nearby

As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $1.03 price per square foot TH 2x2 1400 SF Standard 2 LR Model at Taylor Heights in the in the Broadway Pantano East neighborhood starting from $1,445. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Model at Vertical East Apartments starting at $1,264 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the El G.H.E.K.O. neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Taylor HeightsTH 2x2 1400 SF Standard 2 LR2BR,2BA$1.03
Vertical East Apartments2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.09
Hampton ParkC1: 3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.23
Pantano Villas Apartments2X2GUW2BR,2BA$1.28
Estancia2A | Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.27
Emerald Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15
Peaks at RedingtonDeluxe - One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.23
SomerpointeThe Amber1BR,1BA$1.36
Brittany CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.26
Pavilions at Pantano Apartments1B Jr1BR,1BA$1.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central is at Canyon Creek listed at $722.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment is $648 at Canyon Oaks.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central is starting from $815 at Canyon Creek.

What is the most affordable Central Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cota Apartments and starts from $1,300.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.