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Desert Aire, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sienna RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$599
Summit RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$599
Aspen GroveAspen Grove - 1525-...Studio,1BA$695
The Circa Apartments?ACT FAST - Offer Ends Soon!?Studio,1BA$699
The Enclave Apartment HomesS1Studio,1BA$710

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Aire, AZ

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Desert Aire area is the $1.17 price per square foot Utopia Model at Arcadia Park in the in the Avondale neighborhood starting from $1,049. The second greatest value Desert Aire apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Rosemont 4Plex starting at $900 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Myers neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desert Aire apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arcadia ParkUtopia2BR,2BA$1.17
Rosemont 4Plex2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.24
Pine Tree Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.72
Aspen GroveAspen Grove - 1525-...Studio ,1BA$1.63
The Enclave Apartment HomesS1Studio ,1BA$1.76
Villas de la MontanaStudioStudio ,1BA$2.02
Sienna RidgeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.58
Summit RidgeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.82
The Circa Apartments?ACT FAST - Offer Ends Soon!?Studio ,1BA$2.33

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Desert Aire, Tucson, AZ

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Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Aire

What type of rentals are currently available in Desert Aire?

There are currently 78 Apartments for Rent in Desert Aire, AZ with pricing that ranges from $595 to $1,930. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Desert Aire ranging from $595 to $2,295.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Desert Aire?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Desert Aire ranges from $595 to $2,295 with an average monthly rent of $1,485.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Sun, Mountains, and a Short Commute: Renting Near Tucsons Top Employers

Written by: Larry Allen

Hello, from sunny Tucson, Arizona! I’m Larry, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for the most laid-back city in Arizona.

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Leverage a Locals Insider Knowledge: Discover Tucson, Arizona

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Tucson Apartments: Top Neighborhoods for U of A and Pima College Student Renters

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A Long-Time Residents Inside Review of the Top 5 Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Tucson, AZ

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.