
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lost Barrio Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (30 Rentals)
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810 E 9th St

University Vista Student Apartments

Herbert Residential

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510 E 4th St
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Westwood Apartments - 714 E. 10th St Tucson

1742 E 9th St

711-713 East 5th Street

515 S 5th Ave, Unit 515 South 5th Avenue

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700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D )
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Lost Barrio, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lost Barrio?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Barrio Studio Apartments | $1,225 | $675 | $1,999 |
| Lost Barrio 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $875 | $2,385 |
| Lost Barrio 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $440 | $2,750 |
| Lost Barrio 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $625 | $3,600 |
| Lost Barrio 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,111 | $675 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available Lost Barrio Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lost Barrio area of Tucson, AZ is a 4 Beds unit found at Junction at Ironhorse priced from $699. 700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D ) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Lost Barrio apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junction at Ironhorse | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $699 |
| 700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D ) | Updated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug... | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| University Vista Student Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| River Loft Bungalows on Warren+9th | Studio Loft Bungalow | Studio,1BA | $897 |
| MOUNTAIN PLAZA | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
| Herbert Residential | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Westwood Apartments - 714 E. 10th St Tucson | 2 bedroom 1 bath renovated | 2BR,1BA | $914 |
| San Carlos | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Welcome to The Flats Downtown! | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Wildcat Canyon Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lost Barrio, AZ
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lost Barrio area is the $1.59 price per square foot 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Plus Den Model at McCormick in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Lost Barrio apartment is the 3x3 - Camden Model at The Mark Tucson starting at $1,185 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the South Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lost Barrio apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCormick | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Plus Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.59 |
| The Mark Tucson | 3x3 - Camden | 3BR,3BA | $1.10 |
| Sonoran On 9th | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Westwood Apartments - 714 E. 10th St Tucson | 2 bedroom 1 bath renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| University Vista Student Apartments | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 515 S 5th Ave, Unit 515 South 5th Avenue | 515 S 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| MOUNTAIN PLAZA | 2x1DR | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Welcome to The Flats Downtown! | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| University Arms Apartments | 9th St Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Campus Crossings on 8th Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Arizona including Lost Barrio, Tucson, and the greater Tucson area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lost Barrio Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lost Barrio?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lost Barrio is under $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lost Barrio?
The cheapest apartment in Lost Barrio is University Vista Student Apartments which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Lost Barrio costs $10,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lost Barrio?
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 147 regular apartments in Lost Barrio 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 Lost Barrio?
Cheap apartments in Lost Barrio have an average cost of $956 which is $9,044 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lost Barrio.
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