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Downtown Tucson, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Tucson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Tucson area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sahara priced from $699. Lantana Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $829. Here are the most affordable Downtown Tucson apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SaharaStudio 285Studio,1BA$699
Lantana Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A1BR,1BA$829
One North FifthStudio LoftStudio,1BA$890
Presidio Palms ApartmentsStudio - Type A ULStudio,1BA$899
Herbert ResidentialStudioStudio,1BA$919

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tucson, AZ

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Tucson area is the $1.85 price per square foot 1 Bed 1.5 Bath B Model at McCormick in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $2,115. The second greatest value Downtown Tucson apartment is the H - 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Rendezvous Urban Flats starting at $2,240 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the South Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Tucson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
McCormick1 Bed 1.5 Bath B1BR,1.5BA$1.85
Rendezvous Urban FlatsH - 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.13
VFW LoftsLoft A1BR,1.5BA$2.21
San Carlos1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.63
255 NorthA21BR,1BA$1.96
Westwood Apartments - 714 E. 10th St Tucson2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.10
Herbert ResidentialStudioStudio ,1BA$2.04
One North FifthStudio LoftStudio ,1BA$2.02
Lantana Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A1BR,1BA$1.98
SaharaStudio 285Studio ,1BA$2.45

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Tucson

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Tucson?

There are currently 181 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tucson, AZ with pricing that ranges from $649 to $4,400. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Tucson ranging from $895 to $2,649.

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 $2,649 with an average monthly rent of $1,529.

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 $1,345 to $2,649. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $675.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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