Cheap Homes for Rent in Desert Aire Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $1,000 (5 Rentals)

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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Summit RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$549
Sienna RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$599
Aspen GroveAspen Grove - 1525-...Studio,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Aire, AZ

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desert Aire area is the $1.68 price per square foot 2x1 Deluxe Model at Sahuara Apartments in the in the El G.H.E.K.O. neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Desert Aire apartment is the Casafina Remodeled 1x1 Model at The Condominium at Williams Centre I starting at $1,024 with a $1.45 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sahuara Apartments2x1 Deluxe2BR,1BA$1.68
The Condominium at Williams Centre ICasafina Remodeled 1x11BR,1BA$1.45
Arcadia ParkTranquility1BR,1BA$1.36
The Enclave Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.50
Sundance Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.36
Aspen GroveAspen Grove - 1517-...1BR,1BA$1.78
Villas de la MontanaStudioStudio ,1BA$2.05
Sienna RidgeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.58
Summit RidgeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.66
29 Palms ApartmentsSPRING SPECIAL $99 first month rentStudio ,1BA$2.32

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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Aire

What type of rentals are currently available in Desert Aire?

There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Desert Aire, AZ with pricing that ranges from $549 to $1,830. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Desert Aire ranging from $1,050 to $1,935.

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 $1,050 to $1,935 with an average monthly rent of $1,702.

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