
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desert Aire Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (46 Rentals)
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The Condominium at Williams Centre I

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Pine Tree Village Apartments

The Circa Apartments

5815 E 28th St

Sundance Apartments

5763-5785 E 26th St

5735-5747 E 28th St
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28th Street Apartments

Rosemont 4Plex

5802 E 28th St

1802-1808 S Rosemont Ave

5761 E 24th St

5619-5625 E 26th St

5757-5759 E 28th St

5754 E 28th St

5601-5607 E 28th St
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5756 E 28th St

5716 E 23rd St

5811-5817 E 23rd St

5719 E 28th St

5823-5827 E 29th St

1821-1827 S Jefferson Ave

5721 E 28th St

5608 E 26th St

5750-5754 E 24th St
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5848-5850 E 23rd St

5417 E 30th St

5862-5868 E 28th St

1817 S Van Buren Ave

5822 E 24th St

Sienna Ridge

Summit Ridge

Arcadia Park

Sahuara Apartments
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Vista De Catalina

Catalunya

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Casa De Oro Villas

Craycroft Park

Aspen Grove

Woodland Terrace Apartments

East Wind Apartments

5757 E 23rd St
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5846 East Twenty-Eighth Street Apartments
Desert Aire, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Desert Aire?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Aire Studio Apartments | $729 | $699 | $789 |
| Desert Aire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $595 | $1,509 |
| Desert Aire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $625 | $1,930 |
| Desert Aire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $1,250 | $1,299 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Desert Aire Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Desert Aire Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Desert Aire area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sienna Ridge priced from $599. Summit Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable Desert Aire apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sienna Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| Summit Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $599 |
| Aspen Grove | Aspen Grove - 1525-... | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| The Circa Apartments | ?ACT FAST - Offer Ends Soon!? | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| The Enclave Apartment Homes | S1 | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Arcadia Park | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Villas de la Montana | Studio | Studio,1BA | $789 |
| Pine Tree Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $837 |
| Rosemont 4Plex | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Aire, AZ
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Desert Aire area is the $1.56 price per square foot Sorrento 2x1 Model at The Condominium at Williams Centre I in the in the El G.H.E.K.O. neighborhood starting from $1,564. The second greatest value Desert Aire apartment is the Utopia Model at Arcadia Park starting at $1,049 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Avondale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desert Aire apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Condominium at Williams Centre I | Sorrento 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Arcadia Park | Utopia | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| 5636 E 26th St, Unit 3 | 5636 E 26th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Rosemont 4Plex | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Pine Tree Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Aspen Grove | Aspen Grove - 1525-... | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
| The Enclave Apartment Homes | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.76 |
| Villas de la Montana | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.02 |
| Sienna Ridge | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.58 |
| Summit Ridge | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Desert Aire Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Desert Aire?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Desert Aire is at Sienna Ridge listed at $599.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Desert Aire Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Desert Aire Apartment is $749 at Summit Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Desert Aire Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Desert Aire is starting from $803 at Sienna Ridge.
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