Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lost Barrio Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (21 Rentals)

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Cherry Park Studios
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Park Studios

222 S Cherry AveTucson, AZ 85719
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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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Park Avenue Apartments
Studio Apartments

Park Avenue Apartments

215 N Park AveTucson, AZ 85719
Corporate Housing
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San Carlos
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

San Carlos

71 E 13th StTucson, AZ 85701
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The Flash
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Flash

834 S 6th AveTucson, AZ 85701
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The Julian Drew
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Julian Drew

182 E Broadway BlvdTucson, AZ 85701

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Lost Barrio, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

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. Campus Crossings on 8th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Lost Barrio apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Junction at IronhorseD14BR,4BA$699
Campus Crossings on 8th Street2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$795
700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D )Updated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug...Studio,1BA$825
Highland Park Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$825
One North Fifth ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$835

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lost Barrio, AZ

As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lost Barrio area is the $0.96 price per square foot Milledge 3x3 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,334. The second greatest value Lost Barrio apartment is the B1 - Two Bedroom Model at The Flin starting at $2,160 with a $1.94 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cottages at TucsonMilledge 3x33BR,3BA$0.96
The FlinB1 - Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.94
The Mark Tucson3x3 - Camden3BR,3BA$1.10
Sonoran On 9th2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 260992BR,1BA$1.68
Westwood Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 285332BR,1BA$1.42
428 N Euclid Ave, Unit 428 N Euclid428 N Euclid Ave1BR,1BA$1.93
Highland Park Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.47
Wildcat Canyon Village1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.96
Welcome to The Flats Downtown!1x11BR,1BA$1.85
One North Fifth ApartmentsS1Studio ,1BA$1.90

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lost Barrio, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #81

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

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

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 $1,179.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lost Barrio?

The cheapest apartment in Lost Barrio is Highland Park Apartments which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Lost Barrio costs $18,700.

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 $1,232 which is $17,468 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lost Barrio.

Expert Rental Resources

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.