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Tucson, AZ

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The sun is always shining in Arizona’s hidden gem

Scenic Affordable Desert Mountains Outdoors College Town Airport

Tucson is a lively oasis in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, surrounded by numerous mountain ranges. The city of Tucson is as scenic as it gets, seeing as it’s surrounded by beautiful nature preserves and mountainous terrain, including Saguaro National Park, Mount Lemmon, and Tucson Mountain Park – making it an excellent place for renters who love mountain biking, hiking, camping, and rock climbing.

The University of Arizona is just a few blocks from Downtown Tucson, and the more than 40,000 students enrolled at the university contribute to the city’s eclectic arts, entertainment, and nightlife scenes. Downtown Tucson has undergone major renovations since the early 2000s, blossoming into a thriving hub of activity for residents and visitors alike.

The Davis-Monthan Air Force Base lies near the center of the city, and is one of Tucson’s biggest employers for armed service personnel and civilians alike. And with easy access to Interstates 19 and 10 and the Tucson International Airport, commuting and air travel has never been easier. But the best part of all for renters is the exceptionally affordable rental market, offering apartments, houses, condos, and townhomes!

Explore the City

The Mission San Xavier del Bac was built in 1783

Tucson against the evening sky

Cacti and the University of Arizona sign

Tohona Oodham Reservation

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Tucson, AZ is $810 for a studio, $1,007 for one bedroom, $1,287 for two bedrooms, and $1,702 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Tucson has decreased by -0.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,007/month
595 Sq Ft
House
$2,001/month
1,592 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,525/month
969 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,474/month
952 Sq Ft
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Transportation

49

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

28

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

68

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Esmond Station School

Public

Grades PK-8

740 Students

10
out of 10

Mesquite Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

736 Students

10
out of 10

Fruchthendler Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

324 Students

10
out of 10

Desert Willow Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

712 Students

9
out of 10

Senita Valley Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

704 Students

9
out of 10

University High School

Public

Grades 8-12

1,060 Students

10
out of 10

Desert Sky Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

764 Students

10
out of 10

Esmond Station School

Public

Grades PK-8

740 Students

10
out of 10

Senita Valley Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

704 Students

9
out of 10

Vail Academy & High School

Public

Grades K-12

554 Students

9
out of 10

University High School

Public

Grades 8-12

1,060 Students

10
out of 10

Empire High School

Public

Grades 9-12

876 Students

10
out of 10

Tanque Verde High School

Public

Grades 9-12

712 Students

10
out of 10

Vail Academy & High School

Public

Grades K-12

554 Students

9
out of 10

Catalina Foothills High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,887 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Thomas Jay Regional Park
  • Augie Acuna Los Ninos Park
  • Freedom Park
  • Escalante Park
  • Vista del Prado Park

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Tucson International

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Living in Tucson

Transportation

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Visitors and residents should have an easy time getting to town, getting out, and traveling around. Tucson has many different transportation options from jets to bikes. Public transportation is actually a highlight of this city. Sun Tran operates a network of bus routes in Tucson, and it was awarded the distinction of the best transit system in the country in 1998 and 2005. This bus service runs through most of the Tucson Metropolitan Area.

The city is served by Tucson International Airport, and this fairly large hub lies only six miles south of downtown. It is the second largest airport in the state of Arizona, and it provides nonstop flights to over a dozen other major U.S. airports. Residents can also enter or leave the city by train. Amtrak operates the Sunset Limited and Texas Eagle line through the city. These lines provide access east and west to cities like Los Angeles, New Orleans, and Chicago.

Another highlight of the Tucson transportation system are miles of bike lanes. In fact, the city has an extension system of commuter bike lanes, so it is not unusual to see people taking bikes to and from work as well as cruising around for fun and exercise. The city even has the Tucson-Pima County Bicycle Advisory Committee that advises city government on issues of bike safety, recreation, and transportation.

The city is also served by Interstate 10, Interstate 19, and State Highway 210.

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