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3802 N Flowing Wells RdTucson, AZ 85705
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1217 W Wabash St
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3055 N Flowing Wells RdTucson, AZ 85705
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2855 W Anklam RdTucson, AZ 85745
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2120 N Silverbell RdTucson, AZ 85745
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1335 W St Marys RdTucson, AZ 85745
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1111 W Saint Marys RdTucson, AZ 85745
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1700 W Prince RdTucson, AZ 85705
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60 On Roger Apartments
1241 W Roger RdTucson, AZ 85705
3521 N Flowing Wells Rd
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2299 N Silverbell RdTucson, AZ 85745
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Sonoran Reserve
2800 W Broadway BlvdTucson, AZ 85745
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Ascension at Ironwood
2550 W Ironwood Hill DrTucson, AZ 85745
1532 N El Rio Dr
TucsonAZ85745
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Thurber Terrace
750 W Thurber RdTucson, AZ 85705
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Royal Palms
3311 N Flowing Wells RdTucson, AZ 85705
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Dodson-Esquivel Apartments
1004 W Alameda StTucson, AZ 85745
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The Crossings on Grande
410 N Grande AveTucson, AZ 85745
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Menlo Park Apartments
425-433 N Grande AveTucson, AZ 85745
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Greenview Apartments
1617 W El Rio DrTucson, AZ 85745
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Zona Rio
1001 W St Mary" StTucson, AZ 85745
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Village at Romero Apartments
4213 N Romero RdTucson, AZ 85705
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765 W Limberlost DrTucson, AZ 85705
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Talavera Apartments
1355 W Roger RdTucson, AZ 85705
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2601 W Broadway Blvd
TucsonAZ85745
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La Lomita
2080 W Speedway BlvdTucson, AZ 85745
3120 N Romero Rd
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Ghost Ranch Lodge
801 W Miracle Mile StripTucson, AZ 85705
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Fairview Village Apartments professionally managed by Grindstone Property Management LLC
3700 N FairviewTucson, AZ 85705
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Casa De Encanto
250 N Silverbell RdTucson, AZ 85745
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West End Station
855 W Congress StTucson, AZ 85745
3115 N Fairview Ave
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Ward 1, Tucson, AZ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ward 1?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward 1 Studio Apartments | $1,195 | $700 | $1,488 |
| Ward 1 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $750 | $1,786 |
| Ward 1 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $599 | $2,584 |
| Ward 1 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $549 | $2,400 |
| Ward 1 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $499 | $1,996 |
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Cheapest Available Ward 1 Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward 1 area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sage Canyon priced from $700. Zona Rio has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $731. Here are the most affordable Ward 1 apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Sage Canyon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Zona Rio | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $731 |
| The Place at 2120 | 1x1 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $784 |
| Westside Commons | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Zona Village | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Lantana Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Aventura Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $883 |
| 60 On Roger Apartments | One bedroom / one bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| La Lomita | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Ascension at Ironwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, AZ
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 1 area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Small Model at Galeria Del Rio in the in the Flowing Wells neighborhood starting from $1,985. The second greatest value Ward 1 apartment is the Three Bedroom/Two Bath Max Model at Westcourt Village starting at $1,499 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Tuscany at Tangerine Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 1 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Galeria Del Rio | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Small | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Westcourt Village | Three Bedroom/Two Bath Max | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Avilla River | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Rio Antigua Townhomes | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Sonoran Reserve | 3x3-1089- Classic | 3BR,3BA | $1.56 |
| The Place At Canyon Ridge | Madera Canyon | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| View at Starr Pass | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Starrview at Starr Pass Apartment Homes | Luna | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Zona Rio | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Westside Commons | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ward 1 Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ward 1?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ward 1 is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ward 1?
The cheapest apartment in Ward 1 is Zona Rio which is listed at $731, while the average apartment in Ward 1 costs $1,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ward 1?
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 62 regular apartments in Ward 1 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 Ward 1?
Cheap apartments in Ward 1 have an average cost of $976 which is $824 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ward 1.
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