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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tucson, AZ

Pricing Updated: 06/17/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tucson, AZ area range in price from $440 to $6,800 with an overall median price of $2,986. The three Tucson neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are 12th Avenue - Valencia Road at $784, Sunnyside at $784, and St Francis Cabrini at $660. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tucson Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
12th Avenue - Valencia Road$1,125$78479
Sunnyside$1,125$78482
St Francis Cabrini$1,295$66065
Oak Flower$1,337$44024
Westside Development$1,375$77578
Prince Tucson$1,400$1,4001
Peter Howen$1,495$1,1002
Acaso$1,499$675148
Amphi$1,529$650156
Campus Farm$1,549$649155

Cheapest Available Tucson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Condominium at Williams Centre I in the Avondale neighborhood priced from $405. Sienna Ridge in the El G.H.E.K.O. neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $639. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tucson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Condominium at Williams Centre ICasafina Remodeled 1x11BR,1BA$405
Sienna RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$639
Mountain Shadows ApartmentsJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$649
Eastpointe - 8477 E Broadway BlvdJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$649
Villas Las MandarinasStudioStudio,1BA$649
Vertical North Apartments0X1RStudio,1BA$649
Laurence Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$650
Juniper Canyon *Newly Remodeled Units*1x1 S1BR,1BA$675
Summit RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$675
Standard RaintreeStudio SilverStudio,1BA$679

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tucson, AZ

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tucson area is the $0.53 price per square foot Bloomfield 4x4 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,059. The second greatest value Tucson apartment is the Fall In Love at Valle Del Sur! Call us today! (... Model at Valle Del Sur starting at $2,050 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the South Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tucson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cottages at TucsonBloomfield 4x44BR,4BA$0.53
Valle Del SurFall In Love at Valle Del Sur! Call us today! (...4BR,2BA$1.09
The U at Park2 BED2BR,2BA$0.45
Zona Verde4 Bedroom 4.5 Bathroom Townhouse (By the Bed)4BR,4.5BA$0.45
Taylor Heights2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.91
Sabrina's PlaceSunset3BR,2BA$1.09
Mountain Ridge Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.02
Del Rey Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Riata Court Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.82
Midtown on 2ndone bedroom - remodeled1BR,1BA$1.09

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Tucson Overview

With a population of just over half a million people, Tucson has had a long journey to its current rank as second largest city in Arizona. The city has been continuously populated for 12,000 years, making it one of the oldest in the United States. Today, Tucson is known for its thriving industry and rich cultural history. Tucson has a desert climate with hot summers and milder winters. The temperate climate is perfect for enjoying Tucson as a pedestrian, aided by the city’s award-winning public transit system. However, the city is spread out enough that a car would be beneficial if not strictly necessary. The city has many diverse neighborhoods, ranging from historical to upscale and trendy. Whether you are looking to move to the area, or are looking for a new Tucson apartment to fit your style, the city has a great mix of shops, restaurants, sport venues, outdoor activities and cultural attractions for everyone!

Why live in Tucson, AZ?

There are many reasons to look at apartments in Tucson. The attractive climate, the rich sense of cultural pride and the myriad of activities and job opportunities all blend to create a vibrant community. There is a sense of pride in Tucson, there may be half a million people but it retains a small-town feel where the people really care about each other and the city itself. Regardless of the neighborhood you choose for your apartment, you will find a welcoming community in Tucson!

Tucson, AZ
Population: 545,975

Ranked #33

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Tucson, AZ

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Tucson, AZ Area Reviews

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Tucson's main advantage is that the cost of living is lower than the rest of the US and it has a major healthcare facility. The downside is that , as a college town, it's not always a great place for seniors unless they reside in the suburbs.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tucson Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Tucson?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tucson is under $679.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tucson?

The cheapest apartment in Tucson is The Condominium at Williams Centre I which is listed at $405, while the average apartment in Tucson costs $2,986.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tucson?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8,490 regular apartments in Tucson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Tucson?

Cheap apartments in Tucson have an average cost of $723 which is $2,263 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tucson.

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