Tierra Vida
1970 W Old Magee Trl,
Tucson, AZ 85704
1-2 Beds | $1,286 - $1,643
Rental Market Trends in Tucson, AZ
What is the average rent in Tucson, AZ?
$1,002/month
Average Rent
594 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
-1.7%
Decrease in the Last Year
As of February 2025, the average rent in Tucson, AZ is $1,002 per month. This is 36% lower than the national average rent of $1,555/month, making renting in Tucson more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Tucson, you can expect to pay about $807 per month for a studio, $1,002 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,287 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,709 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Tucson, AZ?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.7%, which averages out to $17 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Tucson, AZ
Last Updated February 2025
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
29%
Below $700/month
32%
$700 - $1,000/month
30%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
8%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
2%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tucson?
Based on current rent prices, Ward 3, Ward 5 and Limberlost are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tucson.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Tucson?
Based on current rent prices, West University, North University and Downtown Tucson are the most expensive neighborhoods in Tucson.
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Which Tucson neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Tucson with the most apartments available are Central Tucson, Ward 2 and Casas Adobes .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Tucson, AZ?
Because the average rent in Tucson is $1,002, you’ll want to make about $3,340 per month or $40,080 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Tucson, AZ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Tucson, AZ to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
$738/month
$1,048/month
One Bedroom
$807/month
$1,041/month
Two Bedroom
$1,026/month
$1,140/month
Three Bedroom
$797/month
$1,383/month
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Methodology
† Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.