Cheap Homes for Rent in El Presidio Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $600 (43 Rentals)

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property at 234 E 32nd St

$750 - $1,125

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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234 E 32nd St

TucsonAZ85713

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property at 2039 E 8th St

$990 - $1,995

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2039 E 8th St

TucsonAZ85719
property at 114 N jacobus ave

$1,000

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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114 N jacobus ave, Unit #2

114 N jacobus ave
TucsonAZ85705

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El Presidio, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available El Presidio Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Presidio area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Park Vista Apartments priced from $679. 700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D ) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable El Presidio apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Vista Apartments0 Bedroom 1 Bath - 48765Studio,1BA$679
700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D )Updated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug...Studio,1BA$700
Union on Santa Rita - Near The U of AAVAILABLE NOW! Private Bedroom 2x12BR,1BA$799
124-132 E Jacinto St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$799
Las Brisas Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$800
One North Fifth ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$820
The Castle ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825
Westside Commons1x11BR,1BA$829
Blue Agave Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Park Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Presidio, AZ

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Presidio area is the $1.04 price per square foot 5 Bedroom 2 Bath - 51807 Model at Sahuaro Point Villas in the in the Central Tucson neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value El Presidio apartment is the The MacDaddy Model at Stone Avenue Standard-Students Only! starting at $1,599 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Central Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Presidio apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sahuaro Point Villas5 Bedroom 2 Bath - 518075BR,2BA$1.04
Stone Avenue Standard-Students Only!The MacDaddy2BR,2.5BA$1.12
Cottages at TucsonMilledge 3x33BR,3BA$0.86
The Mark Tucson4x4 - Davenport4BR,4BA$0.99
Hub Park Ave4x2 Suite Mansion4BR,2BA$1.32
Urbane3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.39
1 and 2 Bedrooms Great Location with Community Pool and Onsite Laundry! 1/2 of Mile from U of A2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.11
Sahara1 Bedroom 8551BR,1BA$1.23
312 E 24th St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.03
124-132 E Jacinto St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.33

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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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El Presidio, Tucson, AZ

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about El Presidio

What type of rentals are currently available in El Presidio?

There are currently 600 Apartments for Rent in El Presidio, AZ with pricing that ranges from $599 to $4,966. There are also 133 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Presidio ranging from $650 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Presidio?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Presidio ranges from $650 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,251.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in El Presidio?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in El Presidio range from $879 to $4,966, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $819.

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