
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ward 5 Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (25 Rentals)
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Ward 5, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ward 5?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward 5 Studio Apartments | $893 | $699 | $1,817 |
| Ward 5 1 Bedroom Apartments | $907 | $730 | $1,600 |
| Ward 5 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $900 | $1,534 |
| Ward 5 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $1,199 | $1,995 |
| Ward 5 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,162 | $1,029 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ward 5 Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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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 Villas Las Mandarinas priced from $699. Icon on Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Ward 5 apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas Las Mandarinas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Icon on Park | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| El Conquistador | Studio 2 | Studio,1BA | $729 |
| Somerset Place Apartments | Small 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Casa Bella | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $734 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 5, AZ
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 5 area is the $0.46 price per square foot Stafford 4x4.5 Model at Cottages at Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $919. The second greatest value Ward 5 apartment is the Saguaro Model at Ventura Townhomes starting at $1,175 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Ward 5 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottages at Tucson | Stafford 4x4.5 | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.46 |
| Ventura Townhomes | Saguaro | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Apex - Tucson | 3+2 Down | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 411 E Thoroughbred St, Unit 411 Thoroughbred | 411 E Thoroughbred St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 3515 S 8th Ave, Unit A | 3515 S 8th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 730 W 44th St | 730 W 44th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Casa Bonita Apartments | imagine yor new home here at casa bonita with a... | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Palomar | Hilton | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Icon on Park | A - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Axis - Tucson Apartments | 1+1 Down | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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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.
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 $799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ward 5?
The cheapest apartment in Ward 5 is Icon on Park which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Ward 5 costs $1,316.
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 18 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 $977 which is $339 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ward 5.
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