Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Tucson Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $400 (39 Rentals)

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Oakwood Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Terrace

2740 N Balboa AveTucson, AZ 85705
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Mountain Casitas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mountain Casitas

1240 E Fort Lowell RdTucson, AZ 85719
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Los Altos Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Los Altos Apartments

501 E Glenn StTucson, AZ 85705
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Cinnamon Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cinnamon Square

2545 N Geronimo AveTucson, AZ 85705
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Kelso Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kelso Apartments

297 W Kelso StTucson, AZ 85705
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The Landing on 2nd!
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Landing on 2nd!

3050 N 2nd AveTucson, AZ 85705
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455 W Kelso St
1 Bedroom Apartments

455 W Kelso St

455 W Kelso StTucson, AZ 85705
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Mission at Mohave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mission at Mohave

319 E Mohave RdTucson, AZ 85705
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Midtown Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Commons

3450 N Stone AveTucson, AZ 85705
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Cambridge Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Village

2801 N Oracle RdTucson, AZ 85705
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Blackcherry
2 Bedroom Apartments

Blackcherry

1617-1637 E Blacklidge DrTucson, AZ 85719
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Midtown on 1st
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown on 1st

1920 N 1st AveTucson, AZ 85719
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Central Tucson, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Tucson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Tucson area of Tucson, AZ is a Studio unit found at Park Vista Apartments - 2497 N. Park Ave priced from $640. The Grove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $645. Here are the most affordable Central Tucson apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Vista Apartments - 2497 N. Park AveStudioStudio,1BA$640
The GroveDeluxe StudioStudio,1BA$645
Sahuaro ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$695
Kelso Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695
Casa Del Coronado0x1Studio,1BA$709
Las Brisas Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$777
Villas Los Duraznos1 X 11BR,1BA$799
Zona Verde1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Midtown CommonsStudioRStudio,1BA$800
SaharaStudio 340AStudio,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Tucson, AZ

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Tucson area is the $1.25 price per square foot 1590 E Hampton St Model at 1590 E Hampton St in the in the Central Tucson neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Central Tucson apartment is the 6151 Calle Bilboa Model at 6151 Calle Bilboa starting at $2,265 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Central Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Tucson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1590 E Hampton St1590 E Hampton St4BR,3BA$1.25
6151 Calle Bilboa6151 Calle Bilboa3BR,2.5BA$1.20
6166 Calle Bilboa6166 Calle Bilboa3BR,2.5BA$1.20
The U at Park2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | $800 Per Bedroom| 25-2...2BR,2BA$0.45
Villa Delano Apartment Homes2x2 A2BR,2BA$1.13
Kelso Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.17
Blacklidge FlatsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Kelso Vista Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.34
Park Vista Apartments - 2497 N. Park AveStudioStudio ,1BA$1.35
The GroveDeluxe StudioStudio ,1BA$1.47

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Tucson, Tucson, AZ

Ranked #50

Among neighborhoods in Tucson, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, 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 the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Tucson Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Central Tucson?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Tucson is under $825.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Tucson?

The cheapest apartment in Central Tucson is Kelso Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Central Tucson costs $1,784.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central 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 30 regular apartments in Central 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 Central Tucson?

Cheap apartments in Central Tucson have an average cost of $954 which is $830 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Tucson.

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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