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The Condominium at Williams Centre I
5400 E Williams BlvdTucson, AZ 85711
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Sienna Ridge
5353 E 22nd StTucson, AZ 85711
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Summit Ridge
1252 S Craycroft RdTucson, AZ 85711
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29 Palms Apartments
5550 E 26th StTucson, AZ 85711
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Villas Las Mandarinas
4250 E 29th StTucson, AZ 85711
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BELLA FLORA
6160 E Bellevue StTucson, AZ 85712
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The Springs Apartments
4900 E 5th StTucson, AZ 85711
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The Enclave Apartment Homes
5555 E 14th StTucson, AZ 85711
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Villas de la Montana
4880 E 29th StTucson, AZ 85711
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Aire Studio Apartments | $788 | $639 | $1,039 |
| Desert Aire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,024 | $699 | $1,635 |
| Desert Aire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,243 | $799 | $1,860 |
| Desert Aire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $1,000 | $2,199 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at The Condominium at Williams Centre I priced from $405. Sienna Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $639. Here are the most affordable Desert Aire apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Condominium at Williams Centre I | Casafina Remodeled 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $405 |
| Sienna Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $639 |
| Summit Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| 29 Palms Apartments | SPRING SPECIAL $99 first month rent | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Villas Las Mandarinas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Aire, AZ
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desert Aire area is the $1.01 price per square foot Tower 2X2-RQ Model at Bellevue Tower Apartments in the in the Palo Verde neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Desert Aire apartment is the Sunset Model at Sabrina's Place starting at $1,199 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Sam Hughes 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue Tower Apartments | Tower 2X2-RQ | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Sabrina's Place | Sunset | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Sahuara Apartments | 2x1 Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Arcadia Park | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Sundance Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Aspen Grove | Aspen Grove - 1517-... | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| VILLA DEL SOL | 1X1-L | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Springs Apartments | S | The Oasis - A Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Enclave Apartment Homes | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
| Sienna Ridge | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Desert Aire Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Desert Aire?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Desert Aire is under $799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Desert Aire?
The cheapest apartment in Desert Aire is The Condominium at Williams Centre I which is listed at $405, while the average apartment in Desert Aire costs $1,662.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Desert Aire?
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 10 regular apartments in Desert Aire 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 Desert Aire?
Cheap apartments in Desert Aire have an average cost of $174 which is $1,488 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Desert Aire.
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