Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Iron Horse Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (22 Rentals)

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Cherry Park Studios
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Park Studios

222 S Cherry AveTucson, AZ 85719
Student Housing

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Don Martin Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Don Martin Apartments

605 E 9th StTucson, AZ 85705
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The Julian Drew
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Julian Drew

140 E Broadway BlvdTucson, AZ 85701

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The Alamo Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Alamo Apartments

824 E 10th StTucson, AZ 85719
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Iron Horse, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Iron Horse Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Iron Horse area of Tucson, AZ is a 4 Beds unit found at Junction at Ironhorse priced from $699. Highland Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Iron Horse apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Junction at IronhorseD14BR,4BA$699
Highland Park Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$745
University Vista Student Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$875
River Loft Bungalows on Warren+9thStudio Loft BungalowStudio,1BA$897
Herbert ResidentialStudioStudio,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Iron Horse, AZ

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Iron Horse area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3x3 - Camden Model at The Mark Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,185. The second greatest value Iron Horse apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Sonoran On 9th starting at $1,299 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the South Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Iron Horse apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Mark Tucson3x3 - Camden3BR,3BA$1.10
Sonoran On 9th2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.58
Westwood Apartments - 714 E. 10th St Tucson2 bedroom 1 bath renovated2BR,1BA$1.16
Highland Park Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.39
University Vista Student Apartments2B/1B2BR,1BA$1.83
515 S 5th Ave, Unit 515 South 5th Avenue515 S 5th Ave1BR,1BA$1.77
MOUNTAIN PLAZA2x1DR2BR,1BA$1.72
Welcome to The Flats Downtown!1x11BR,1BA$1.85
University Arms Apartments9th St Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1.70
Campus Crossings on 8th Street1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Iron Horse, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #105

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Arizona and customized analysis for Tucson, Arizona. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Iron Horse Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

99 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

66 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Iron Horse Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Iron Horse?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Iron Horse is under $1,099.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Iron Horse?

The cheapest apartment in Iron Horse is Highland Park Apartments which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Iron Horse costs $10,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Iron Horse?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 136 regular apartments in Iron Horse that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Iron Horse?

Cheap apartments in Iron Horse have an average cost of $1,071 which is $8,929 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Iron Horse.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Larry Allen

I'm Larry, a long-time local resident, and I'm happy to be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Tucson, AZ. I moved here with my family in 1997 for a job transfer from the Midwest.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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