Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Tucson Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $595 (24 Rentals)

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property at 455 W Kelso St

$619 - $850

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455 W Kelso St

TucsonAZ85705
property at 2020 N Vine Ave

$750

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2020 N Vine Ave

TucsonAZ85719

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Cheapest Available Central Tucson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Tucson area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at 115 E. Alturas Street priced from $575. Sierra Madre Condos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable Central Tucson apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
115 E. Alturas Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$575
Sierra Madre Condos1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$599
Sunpointe Gardens ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 857050BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$650
Cambridge Village Apartments1 bathroomStudio,1BA$691

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Tucson, AZ

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Tucson area is the $1.08 price per square foot 5 bed / 2 bath Model at Sahuaro Point Villas in the in the Central Tucson neighborhood starting from $2,145. The second greatest value Central Tucson apartment is the 2x2 Model at The U at Park - Near The U of A starting at $771 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Central Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Tucson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sahuaro Point Villas5 bed / 2 bath5BR,2BA$1.08
The U at Park - Near The U of A2x22BR,2BA$0.87
Villa Delano ApartmentsHALF OFF THE RENT FOR THE FIRST THREE MONTHS | ...2BR,2BA$1.19
Parkside Terrace Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.05
2837 N Euclid Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.16
2528 N. Fontana Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.14
1 E Navajo Rd1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.07
Kelso Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.14
Sierra Madre Condos1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.05
201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 857050BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.18

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Tucson

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Tucson?

There are currently 454 Apartments for Rent in Central Tucson, AZ with pricing that ranges from $529 to $2,900. There are also 89 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Tucson ranging from $595 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Tucson?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Tucson ranges from $595 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,416.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Tucson?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Tucson range from $800 to $1,599, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,950.

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