
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desert Aire Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (46 Rentals)
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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 |
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Desert Aire Studio Apartments | $781 | $549 | $1,039 |
Desert Aire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $941 | $619 | $1,335 |
Desert Aire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $799 | $1,750 |
Desert Aire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $1,399 | $1,539 |
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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 Summit Ridge priced from $549. Sienna 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 |
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Summit Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $549 |
Sienna Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $599 |
Aspen Grove | Aspen Grove - 1525-... | Studio,1BA | $695 |
29 Palms Apartments | SPRING SPECIAL $99 first month rent | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Sundance Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Villas de la Montana | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
The Enclave Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $853 |
Arcadia Park | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Sahuara Apartments | 2x1 Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
The Condominium at Williams Centre I | Mirado Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Aire, AZ
As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desert Aire area is the $1.48 price per square foot Mirado Remodeled 1x1 Model at The Condominium at Williams Centre I in the in the El G.H.E.K.O. neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Desert Aire apartment is the Aspen Grove - 1503-... Model at Aspen Grove starting at $1,195 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the El G.H.E.K.O. 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. |
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The Condominium at Williams Centre I | Mirado Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Aspen Grove | Aspen Grove - 1503-... | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Sahuara Apartments | 2x1 Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Arcadia Park | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
The Enclave Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Sundance Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Villas de la Montana | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.05 |
Sienna Ridge | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.58 |
Summit Ridge | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.66 |
29 Palms Apartments | SPRING SPECIAL $99 first month rent | Studio ,1BA | $2.32 |
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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 Summit Ridge listed at $549.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Desert Aire Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Desert Aire Apartment is $619 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 $799 at 29 Palms Apartments.
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