Cheap Homes for Rent in the Ward 5 Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $600 (14 Rentals)

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Ward 5, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ward 5 Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ward 5 area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Villas las Mandarinas DE priced from $699. Olive Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Ward 5 apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villas las Mandarinas DEStudio1BR,1BA$699
Olive Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$725
El ConquistadorStudio Upstairs1BR,1BA$729
Somerset Place ApartmentsSmall 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$730
3314 E Benson HwystudioStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ward 5, AZ

As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ward 5 area is the $1.28 price per square foot 4+2 Town House Model at Valle Del Sur in the in the South Park neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Ward 5 apartment is the Milledge 3x3 Model at Cottages at Tucson starting at $1,299 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the South Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ward 5 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Valle Del Sur4+2 Town House4BR,2BA$1.28
Cottages at TucsonMilledge 3x33BR,3BA$0.93
Las Villas De Kino ApartmentsThree Bedroom Phase I3BR,2BA$1.11
5737 S Morris2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.28
312 E 24th St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.03
Icon on ParkB - 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.34
19 W Veterans Blvd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.21
Belvedere Terrace1-Bedroom / 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.48
Ocotillo Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.45
Solano SpringsA1: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.48

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ward 5

What type of rentals are currently available in Ward 5?

There are currently 336 Apartments for Rent in Ward 5, AZ with pricing that ranges from $698 to $2,400. There are also 101 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ward 5 ranging from $600 to $2,595.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ward 5?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ward 5 ranges from $600 to $2,595 with an average monthly rent of $1,465.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ward 5?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ward 5 range from $1,179 to $1,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $865.

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