
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 1 Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (26 Rentals)
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Sage Canyon

The Place at 2120

Aventura Apartments

Juniper Canyon *Newly Remodeled Units*

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Lantana Apartments

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40 N Westmoreland Ave

3451 N Flowing Wells Rd
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Ward 1, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ward 1?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward 1 Studio Apartments | $1,205 | $700 | $1,488 |
| Ward 1 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,123 | $659 | $2,122 |
| Ward 1 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $745 | $2,684 |
| Ward 1 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $645 | $2,952 |
| Ward 1 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $535 | $2,140 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Zona Village priced from $659. Sage Canyon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Ward 1 apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zona Village | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $659 |
| Sage Canyon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| The Place at 2120 | 1x1 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $757 |
| Puesta del Sol Apartments | 1x1 WD | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Westside Commons | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Fairview Village Apartments professionally managed by Grindstone Property Management LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Lantana Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Zona Rio | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| La Lomita | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Ascension at Ironwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, AZ
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward 1 area is the $1.42 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Small Model at Galeria Del Rio in the in the Flowing Wells neighborhood starting from $1,996. The second greatest value Ward 1 apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at La Vida Rental Homes starting at $1,995 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Flowing Wells 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galeria Del Rio | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Small | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| La Vida Rental Homes | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.68 |
| Rio Antigua Townhomes | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.45 |
| 203 N Grande Ave, Unit Rear Unit | 203 N Grande Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Zona Rio | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Cortland on the Loop | The River | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Aventura Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Westcourt Village | One Bedroom Max | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Puesta del Sol Apartments | 1x1 WD | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Zona Village | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWard 1, Tucson, AZ
Ranked #57
Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Ward 1 Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ward 1?
The cheapest apartment in Ward 1 is Zona Village which is listed at $659, while the average apartment in Ward 1 costs $1,736.
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 40 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 $585 which is $1,151 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ward 1.
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