
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Tucson Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $800 (6 Rentals)
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243 S 5th Ave

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239 S 5th Ave

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Downtown Tucson, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Tucson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Tucson 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,271 | $1,045 | $1,500 |
Downtown Tucson 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,487 | $995 | $1,695 |
Downtown Tucson 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Tucson Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Tucson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Tucson area of Tucson, AZ is a 4 Beds unit found at Junction at Ironhorse priced from $699. Sahara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Downtown Tucson apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Junction at Ironhorse | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $699 |
Sahara | Studio 340A | Studio,1BA | $699 |
Lantana Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tucson, AZ
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Tucson area is the $1.68 price per square foot 1 Bed 1.5 Bath B Model at McCormick in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,924. The second greatest value Downtown Tucson apartment is the C2 Model at 255 North starting at $1,799 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Menlo Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Tucson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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McCormick | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath B | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.68 |
255 North | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
VFW Lofts | Loft A | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.13 |
Junction at Ironhorse | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Westwood Apartments - 714 E. 10th St Tucson | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
San Carlos | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
The Link at 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Herbert Residential | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
Lantana Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
Sahara | Studio 340B | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Tucson
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Tucson?
There are currently 182 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tucson, AZ with pricing that ranges from $675 to $4,400. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Tucson ranging from $895 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Tucson?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Tucson ranges from $895 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,494.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Tucson?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Tucson range from $799 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $1,695. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $675.
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