Average Rent in Tucson, AZ
Tucson offers desert living at a fraction of Phoenix prices. University of Arizona drives the economy alongside military bases and healthcare. Stunning Sonoran Desert scenery and affordable rents.
-0.5%YoY
Studio
$800
1-Bedroom
$950
2-Bedroom
$1,150
3-Bedroom
$1,450
Market Overview
Year-over-Year Change-0.5%
Vacancy Rate7%
Renter Population46%
Median Income$44,610/yr
Rent-to-Income Ratio25.6%
Cost of Living Index86 (US avg: 100)
Market Condition
Renter-Friendly
Market conditions favor renters. Good time to negotiate.
Tenant Protections
- Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
- Security deposit limited to 1.5 months rent
- Deposit return within 14 days
- Landlord must maintain fit and habitable premises
Rent by Neighborhood in Tucson
Downtown Tucson
Streetcar line, Hotel Congress, and growing restaurant scene.
Walk Score: 75Safety: 5/10
1-Bed
$1,100
2-Bed
$1,350
3-Bed
$1,650
Sam Hughes
Near U of A with historic homes and walkable streets.
Walk Score: 65Safety: 7/10
1-Bed
$1,050
2-Bed
$1,300
3-Bed
$1,600
Catalina Foothills
Mountain views, hiking trails, and upscale living.
Walk Score: 20Safety: 9/10
1-Bed
$1,200
2-Bed
$1,450
3-Bed
$1,800
Fourth Avenue
Bohemian district with vintage shops, bars, and street fairs.
Walk Score: 80Safety: 5/10
1-Bed
$950
2-Bed
$1,150
3-Bed
$1,450
Tips for Renting in Tucson
- 1Summer heat is extreme (110+ degrees) - AC costs can be $200+/month
- 2University area has student housing that empties in summer - negotiate lower rates
- 3No state rent control but Tucson is very affordable regardless
- 4Monsoon season (July-September) can cause flooding - check drainage
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