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Ward 1, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

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 Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $794. Here are the most affordable Ward 1 apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sage CanyonStudioStudio,1BA$700
Zona VillageA21BR,1BA$794
Juniper Canyon | Tucson, AZ Apartments1x1 S1BR,1BA$799
The Place at 21201x1 A11BR,1BA$805
La LomitaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, AZ

As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 1 area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Small Model at Galeria Del Rio in the in the Flowing Wells neighborhood starting from $1,862. The second greatest value Ward 1 apartment is the Three Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Avilla River starting at $1,899 with a $1.53 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Galeria Del Rio3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Small3BR,2.5BA$1.32
Avilla RiverThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.53
The Place At Canyon RidgeMadera Canyon2BR,2BA$1.70
Starrview at Starr Pass Apartment HomesLuna1BR,1BA$1.81
60 On Roger ApartmentsTwo Bedroom /One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.43
Westcourt VillageOne Bedroom Max1BR,1BA$1.52
La Lomita2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.79
Zona Rio1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.65
Ascension at IronwoodA11BR,1BA$1.61
Westside Commons1x11BR,1BA$1.76

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Ward 1, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #56

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ward 1

What type of rentals are currently available in Ward 1?

There are currently 190 Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, AZ with pricing that ranges from $499 to $2,744. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward 1 ranging from $895 to $3,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ward 1?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ward 1 ranges from $895 to $3,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,613.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ward 1?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ward 1 range from $549 to $2,450, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,899 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $499.

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