Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Tucson Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $500 (16 Rentals)

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Central Tucson, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Tucson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Tucson area of Tucson, AZ is a 2 Beds unit found at College Town Tucson priced from $695. Cambridge Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Central Tucson apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
College Town Tucson$1410 | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 868 Sq Feet2BR,2BA$695
Cambridge Village Apartments1 bathroomStudio,1BA$699
Park Vista Apartments - 2497 N. Park AveStudioStudio,1BA$749
Sunpointe Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$755
Sedona Pointe Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$770

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Tucson, AZ

As of August 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Tucson area is the $0.95 price per square foot 5 bedroom 2 bath Model at Sahuaro Point Villas - 2326 N 6th Avenute in the in the Central Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Central Tucson apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | $800 Per Bedroom| 25-2... Model at The U at Park starting at $800 with a $0.45 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 Villas - 2326 N 6th Avenute5 bedroom 2 bath5BR,2BA$0.95
The U at Park2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | $800 Per Bedroom| 25-2...2BR,2BA$0.45
Midtown on 1stB2 Renovated2BR,2BA$1.57
Villa Delano Apartment Homes** $49.00 MOVE IN ** Gated Community - Two Bedr...2BR,2BA$1.14
Kelso Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.10
Kelso Vista Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.34
Sierra Madre Condos1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.45
Vista Hermosa$99 FIRST MONTH'S RENT, CALL TODAY!1BR,1BA$1.56
Mission at Mohave1 Bedroom x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.45
Park Vista Apartments - 2497 N. Park AveStudioStudio ,1BA$1.58

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Central Tucson, Tucson, AZ

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Tucson

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Tucson?

There are currently 441 Apartments for Rent in Central Tucson, AZ with pricing that ranges from $595 to $3,730. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Tucson ranging from $550 to $3,000.

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 $550 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,856.

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 $595 to $2,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,799 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,895.

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