
Apartments for Rent in Tucson, AZ Under $1,500 (640 Rentals)


255 North

The Canyons at Linda Vista Trail

Pima Canyon

Encantada Steam Pump

839 E Waverly St

The Flash Tucson Residential

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Cortland North Tucson

The Legends at La Paloma

Encantada Twin Peaks
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Siegel Select Tucson

Summerlin Villas

Encantada Continental Reserve

Valle Del Sur

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230 E Teton Rd, Unit Unit 1, Unit Unit 1

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628 E Drachman St, Unit D, Unit D

Olympus at Arroyo Verde

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Siena Villas

Villas at San Dorado

The Place At Canyon Ridge
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Oro Vista

Pinnacle Heights

Golf Villas Apartments

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Cortland Sun River

Sonoran On 9th

Echo Luxury Apartments

Meadow Park Apartments

Riverside Suites

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Springs at Continental Ranch
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2001-2009 E 7th street

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2818 N Fontana Ave, Unit 2818 N Fontana Ave, Unit 2818 N Fontana Ave

Sabrina's Place

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Cortland Sabino Canyon

Tucson Landing

Westwood Apartments

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Stargate West

Silverbell Springs

Luma Apartments

Malibu
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The Place At Creekside

Monier Apartments

View at Starr Pass

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Equestrian

Coronado Villas Apartments

Waterwalk Tucson

Casa Presidio Apartments

The Place at Presidio Trails

Park Place Apartments

The Link at 4th Ave
Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tucson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson Studio Apartments Under $1500 | $1,013 | $595 | $2,424 |
| Tucson 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,074 | $599 | $2,679 |
| Tucson 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,382 | $599 | $3,915 |
| Tucson 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,808 | $599 | $4,545 |
| Tucson 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,565 | $499 | $7,065 |
| Tucson 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $799 | $2,900 |
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Tucson, AZPopulation: 545,975
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Larry • 4+ years in Tucson
March 22, 2026Have lived and worked in Tucson for more than 20 years and plan to spend retirement years here as well.
Larry
March 15, 2026Ideal for anyone who enjoys outdoor life and a slower pace of daily living than in the nation's huge cities.
Allen • 4+ years in Tucson
June 14, 2025Tucson'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 Tucson
How much are Studio apartments in Tucson?
There are currently 1,223 Studio Apartments in Tucson with rent ranges from $595 to $2,424 with an average price of $1,013.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Tucson Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Tucson ranges from $599 to $2,679 with an average monthly rent of $1,074.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Tucson cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Tucson range from $599 to $3,915. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,382.
How expensive are Tucson Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 424 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Tucson on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $599 to $4,545 - averaging $1,808 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Larry Allen
I'm Larry, a long-time local resident, and I'm happy to be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Tucson, AZ. I moved here with my family in 1997 for a job transfer from the Midwest.

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