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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tucson, AZ

Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tucson, AZ area range in price from $430 to $5,132 with an overall median price of $1,966. The three Tucson neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Rancho Buena at $745, Cherry Avenue at $745, and Drexel Park at $745. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tucson Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Rancho Buena$998$7452020
Cherry Avenue$1,049$7452637
Drexel Park$1,049$7452593
Corbett$1,199$6752263
El G.H.E.K.O.$1,299$6396052
Liberty Village$1,299$6994342
Feldman's$1,362$500467
Westside Development$1,375$7342670
San Gabriel$1,399$6482317
12th Avenue - Valencia Road$1,425$7843123

Cheapest Available Tucson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Laurence Court Apartments in the Feldman's neighborhood priced from $500. An active desert locale that's perfect in the Rillito neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $580. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tucson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Laurence Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$500
An active desert locale that's perfect0x1Studio,1BA$580
Commons At Monte VistaStudio - Not RenovatedStudio,1BA$580
The GroveDeluxe StudioStudio,1BA$600
La HaciendaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$620
Sienna RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$639
Park Vista Apartments - 2497 N. Park AveStudioStudio,1BA$640
Casa Larga ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$649
Eastpointe - 8477 E Broadway BlvdJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$649
Riata Court Apartments4 Bedroom / 4 Bath4BR,4BA$650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tucson, AZ

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tucson area is the $0.84 price per square foot 132 W Calle Bayeta Model at 132 W Calle Bayeta in the in the Presidio del Cielo neighborhood starting from $2,675. The second greatest value Tucson apartment is the 6313 S Nightjar Ln Model at 6313 S Nightjar Ln starting at $2,300 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Las Luces at Star Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tucson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
132 W Calle Bayeta132 W Calle Bayeta6BR,3.5BA$0.84
6313 S Nightjar Ln6313 S Nightjar Ln4BR,3.5BA$0.87
14394 S Via Gualda14394 S Via Gualda4BR,3BA$0.83
803 W Calle Muro Fuerte803 W Calle Muro Fuerte3BR,2BA$0.89
Cottages at TucsonBloomfield 4x44BR,4BA$0.63
14163 South Avenida Zumba14163 South Avenida Zumba3BR,2.5BA$0.90
The U at Park2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | $800 Per Bedroom| 25-2...2BR,2BA$0.45
The ParkPark -4Bedroom 2Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.72
Taylor Heights2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.91
Riata Court Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.82

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Tucson Overview

With a population of just over half a million people, Tucson has had a long journey to its current rank as second largest city in Arizona. The city has been continuously populated for 12,000 years, making it one of the oldest in the United States. Today, Tucson is known for its thriving industry and rich cultural history. Tucson has a desert climate with hot summers and milder winters. The temperate climate is perfect for enjoying Tucson as a pedestrian, aided by the city’s award-winning public transit system. However, the city is spread out enough that a car would be beneficial if not strictly necessary. The city has many diverse neighborhoods, ranging from historical to upscale and trendy. Whether you are looking to move to the area, or are looking for a new Tucson apartment to fit your style, the city has a great mix of shops, restaurants, sport venues, outdoor activities and cultural attractions for everyone!

Why live in Tucson, AZ?

There are many reasons to look at apartments in Tucson. The attractive climate, the rich sense of cultural pride and the myriad of activities and job opportunities all blend to create a vibrant community. There is a sense of pride in Tucson, there may be half a million people but it retains a small-town feel where the people really care about each other and the city itself. Regardless of the neighborhood you choose for your apartment, you will find a welcoming community in Tucson!

Tucson, AZ
Population: 545,975

Ranked #33

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Tucson, AZ

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 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 Tucson Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Tucson?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tucson is under $650.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tucson?

The cheapest apartment in Tucson is La Hacienda which is listed at $620, while the average apartment in Tucson costs $1,966.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tucson?

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 296,610 regular apartments in Tucson 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 Tucson?

Cheap apartments in Tucson have an average cost of $649 which is $1,317 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tucson.

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