Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Tucson Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $300 (31 Rentals)

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923 N Swan Rd
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923 N Swan Rd

923 N Swan RdTucson, AZ 85711
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Del Rey Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Del Rey Apartments

840 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85711

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Arizona Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arizona Commons

3653 E 2nd StTucson, AZ 85716
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The Elaine
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Elaine

2322 N Elaine BlvdTucson, AZ 85716
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Sycamore
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore

1413 N Sycamore BlvdTucson, AZ 85712

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La Promesa
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Promesa

2485 N Alvernon WayTucson, AZ 85712
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Midtown Tucson, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Tucson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Tucson area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Mountain Shadows Apartments priced from $599. Villas del Paraiso has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Midtown Tucson apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mountain Shadows ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$599
Villas del ParaisoA1 1x11BR,1BA$699
Jerrie Street ApartmentsNOW $699 a Month! No Admin Fee! Pay $299 at Mov...1BR,1BA$699
Catalina Country Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$795
Santuario ApartmentsJr-UP1BR,1BA$799
The Retro1+1 Up1BR,1BA$849
Paragon on Pima1X11BR,1BA$850
Del Rey Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$925
Palm Garden Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$980

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Tucson, AZ

As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Tucson area is the $1.26 price per square foot C1 3x2 1190 sqft Model at Villas las Cerezas in the in the Midtown Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Midtown Tucson apartment is the Garden Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Bellevue Tower starting at $1,157 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Palo Verde neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Tucson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villas las CerezasC1 3x2 1190 sqft3BR,2BA$1.26
Bellevue TowerGarden Two Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.24
4424 Bellevue Newly Renovated Apartments with All Appliances Included!2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.11
Del Rey Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.09
Palm Garden Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.19
Paragon on PimaSmall 2X12BR,1BA$1.59
Villas del ParaisoA1 1x11BR,1BA$1.23
923 N Swan Rd923 N Swan Rd1BR,1BA$1.50
Mountain Shadows ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.32
Jerrie Street ApartmentsNOW $699 a Month! No Admin Fee! Pay $299 at Mov...1BR,1BA$1.63

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Tucson Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Tucson?

The cheapest apartment in Midtown Tucson is Villas del Paraiso which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in Midtown Tucson costs $1,349.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown Tucson?

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 18 regular apartments in Midtown Tucson 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 Midtown Tucson?

Cheap apartments in Midtown Tucson have an average cost of $479 which is $870 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Tucson.

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.