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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 1 Bed unit found at Zona Village priced from $667. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Zona VillageA21BR,1BA$667
Sage CanyonStudioStudio,1BA$700
The Place at 21201x1 A11BR,1BA$744
Aventura ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$756
Juniper Canyon *Newly Remodeled Units*Washer & Dryer In Unit - One Month FREE!1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, AZ

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward 1 area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Small Model at Galeria Del Rio in the in the Flowing Wells neighborhood starting from $2,031. The second greatest value Ward 1 apartment is the Three Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Avilla River starting at $2,160 with a $1.74 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$1.44
Avilla RiverThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.74
Rio Antigua Townhomes2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.43
View at Starr PassB12BR,1BA$1.57
Starrview at Starr Pass Apartment HomesLuna1BR,1BA$1.75
Zona Rio2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.71
Aventura ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$1.42
Westcourt VillageOne Bedroom Max1BR,1BA$1.52
Juniper Canyon *Newly Remodeled Units*“Spooky Affordable Specials – 1 Month Free on a...2BR,1BA$1.52
Puesta del Sol Apartments1x1 WD1BR,1BA$1.76

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ward 1, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #73

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ward 1

What type of rentals are currently available in Ward 1?

There are currently 192 Apartments for Rent in Ward 1, AZ with pricing that ranges from $535 to $5,098. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward 1 ranging from $899 to $3,200.

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 $899 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,498.

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 $645 to $5,098, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,845 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $535.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.