Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Tucson Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $600 (12 Rentals)

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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 The Grove priced from $645. Sahara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $665. Here are the most affordable Central Tucson apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The GroveDeluxe StudioStudio,1BA$645
SaharaStudio 340BStudio,1BA$665
Sahuaro ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$695
Kelso Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695
Casa Del Coronado0x1Studio,1BA$709

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Tucson, AZ

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Tucson area is the $0.45 price per square foot Newly Renovated Apartments - Just blocks from t... Model at The U at Park in the in the Central Tucson neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Central Tucson apartment is the D1 Model at Midtown on 1st starting at $1,375 with a $1.10 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.
The U at ParkNewly Renovated Apartments - Just blocks from t...2BR,2BA$0.45
Midtown on 1stD14BR,2BA$1.10
Villa Delano Apartment Homes2x2 A2BR,2BA$1.11
Hedrick FlatsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.52
Kelso Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.17
Blacklidge FlatsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Kelso Vista Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.34
Vista Hermosa$99 FIRST MONTH'S RENT, CALL TODAY!1BR,1BA$1.56
Midtown CommonsStudioRStudio ,1BA$1.67
The GroveDeluxe StudioStudio ,1BA$1.47

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Tucson

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Tucson?

There are currently 451 Apartments for Rent in Central Tucson, AZ with pricing that ranges from $645 to $4,130. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Tucson ranging from $699 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Tucson?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Tucson ranges from $699 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,584.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Tucson?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Tucson range from $899 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.

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