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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 5 Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (28 Rentals)
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$649 - $789Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Villas Las Mandarinas
4250 E 29th StTucson, AZ 85711
744 W Nevada St
TucsonAZ85706
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$730 - $7551 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Somerset Place Apartments
4301 E 29th StTucson, AZ 85711
2442 S Edmondson Ave
TucsonAZ85713
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$775 - $1,375Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Missions at Sentinel Peak
2410 S Mission RdTucson, AZ 85713
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El Conquistador
1881 E Irvington RdTucson, AZ 85714
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San Mateo
2800 S Mission RdTucson, AZ 85713
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$784 - $1,2241 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Icon on Park
5650 S Park AveTucson, AZ 85706
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$793 - $1,2691 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Casa Bella
175 W Valencia RdTucson, AZ 85706
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Villas de la Montana
4880 E 29th StTucson, AZ 85711
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3600 E Benson Hwy
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Ward 5, Tucson, AZ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ward 5?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward 5 Studio Apartments | $941 | $550 | $1,817 |
| Ward 5 1 Bedroom Apartments | $934 | $695 | $1,600 |
| Ward 5 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,126 | $793 | $2,150 |
| Ward 5 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,632 | $1,050 | $2,350 |
| Ward 5 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Ward 5 Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward 5 area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Siegel Suites Tucson priced from $423. Villas Las Mandarinas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $649. Here are the most affordable Ward 5 apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siegel Suites Tucson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $423 |
| Villas Las Mandarinas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $649 |
| Santa Cruz River Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $729 |
| Somerset Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| PM354 - 1435 East Benson Highway | PM354 - 1435 East Benson Highway - 15 | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Ventura Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $773 |
| The Missions at Sentinel Peak | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| El Conquistador | Studio | Studio,1BA | $779 |
| San Mateo | Studio | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| Icon on Park | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $784 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 5, AZ
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ward 5 area is the $0.31 price per square foot Belmont 6x6 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $749. The second greatest value Ward 5 apartment is the Fall In Love At Valle Del Sur! Call Us TODAY!! ... Model at Valle Del Sur starting at $2,050 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the South Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 5 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Cottages at Tucson | Belmont 6x6 | 6BR,6BA | $0.31 |
| Valle Del Sur | Fall In Love At Valle Del Sur! Call Us TODAY!! ... | 4BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Ventura Townhomes | Saguaro | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Las Villas De Kino Apartments | Three Bedroom MKT | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| The Apex - Tucson | 3+2 Up | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Rio Seco Apartments | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Casa Bonita Apartments | Fall In Love at Casa Bonita for only $99 on fir... | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Icon on Midvale | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Somerset Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Ventura Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Tucson. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Ward 5 Neighborhood in Tucson, AZ
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 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 5 Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ward 5?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ward 5 is under $784.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ward 5?
The cheapest apartment in Ward 5 is Santa Cruz River Apartments which is listed at $729, while the average apartment in Ward 5 costs $2,050.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ward 5?
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 16 regular apartments in Ward 5 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 5?
Cheap apartments in Ward 5 have an average cost of $1,117 which is $933 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ward 5.
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