
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barrio Viejo Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $900 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Barrio Viejo area of Tucson.


The Baffert at Five Points

440-446 S Convent Ave

385 S Stone Ave

576 S Convent Ave

321 S Stone Ave

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346-348 S 6th Ave

321 S 6th Ave

718 S 7th Ave

619 S 6th Ave

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526-536 S 6th Ave

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Barrio Viejo, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Barrio Viejo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrio Viejo Studio Apartments | $1,396 | $1,200 | $1,592 |
| Barrio Viejo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,530 | $2,425 |
| Barrio Viejo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,800 | $3,525 |
| Barrio Viejo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,855 | $2,600 | $3,350 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Barrio Viejo Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Barrio Viejo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Barrio Viejo area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Baffert at Five Points priced from $1,530. The Flin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,592. Here are the most affordable Barrio Viejo apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baffert at Five Points | 1 br/ 1 bath (2nd Floor) | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
| The Flin | E1 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,592 |
| VFW Lofts | Loft A | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Rendezvous Urban Flats | K - 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barrio Viejo, AZ
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barrio Viejo area is the $3.03 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 bath (Loft) Model at The Baffert at Five Points in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Barrio Viejo apartment is the B - 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Rendezvous Urban Flats starting at $2,425 with a $3.17 price per square foot in the South Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barrio Viejo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baffert at Five Points | 3 Bed/2 bath (Loft) | 3BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| Rendezvous Urban Flats | B - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| The Flin | E1 - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
| 25 W 18th St | 25 W 18th St | Studio ,1BA | $2.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBarrio Viejo, Tucson, AZ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Barrio Viejo Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Barrio Viejo?
The cheapest apartment in Barrio Viejo is The Baffert at Five Points which is listed at $1,530, while the average apartment in Barrio Viejo costs $2,615.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Barrio Viejo?
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 11 regular apartments in Barrio Viejo 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 Barrio Viejo?
Cheap apartments in Barrio Viejo have an average cost of $1,467 which is $1,148 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Barrio Viejo.
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