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Last updated on May 17, 2026
Average rent in
South Tucson, AZ
Average rent in
Last updated on May 17, 2026
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Median rent
Median rent in South Tucson
$1,322/mo
73%vs previous year
The average rent in South Tucson is $1,322 per month as of May 2026. This is 32% below the national average rent, or $626 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in South Tucson
19
for rent on Zumper.com as of May 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of South Tucson rentals at each price point
Rent trends in South Tucson, AZ
Average rent prices in South Tucson have increased by 23% over the last month and have increased by 73% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
South Tucson, AZ
Rent prices in South Tucson vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in South Tucson is $975, whereas a house costs $1,425. 1-bedroom apartments in South Tucson run $900 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $975.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $650 |  6% | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $930 | No Change | 20% | |
2 bedroom | $1,245 | 7% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,650 | No Change | - | |
4 bedroom | $2,200 | - | - |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Chattman's | $1,410 | |
Southern Heights | $950 | |
Sunset Villa | $995 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $975 | 31% | No Change | |
Condos | $922 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $1,425 | 11% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$650
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$930
Last year
20%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,245
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Southern Heights
Average rent
$950
Chattman's
Average rent
$1,410
Sunset Villa
Average rent
$995
Apartments
Average rent
$975
Last 30 days
31%
Condos
Average rent
$922
Houses
Average rent
$1,425
Last 30 days
11%
The table above reflects average rent prices in South Tucson, AZ, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in South Tucson, AZ compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in South Tucson and Corona De Tucson by all bedroom counts and property types.
South Tucson
32%lower than the national median
3%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in South Tucson, AZ is 34% lower than the median rent in Corona De Tucson, AZ.
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2%Discover rentals in South Tucson, AZ
1d ago
312 E 26th St, South Tucson, AZ 85713
2 beds
1 bath
$975
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Southern Heights house for rent in South Tucson
1211 S 9th Ave #1, South Tucson, AZ 85713
4 beds
2 baths
$1,800
House for rent
Available May 27
2h ago
1350 S 8th Ave, South Tucson, AZ 85713
Studio
1 bath
$1,025
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1350 S 8th Ave, South Tucson, AZ 85713
Studio
1 bath
$1,025
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Southern Heights house for rent in South Tucson
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
House for rent
Available Jul 15
5d+ ago
Southern Heights house for rent in South Tucson
3 beds
2 baths
$2,450
House for rent
5d+ ago
Southern Heights house for rent in South Tucson
1211 S 9th Ave #1, South Tucson, AZ 85713
4 beds
2 baths
$1,800
House for rent
Available May 27
5d+ ago
Southern Heights house for rent in South Tucson
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
House for rent
Available Jul 15
2h ago
1350 S 8th Ave, South Tucson, AZ 85713
Studio
1 bath
$1,025
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Southern Heights house for rent in South Tucson
1213 S 9th Ave #1, South Tucson, AZ 85713
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
House for rent
Available Jun 15
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Frequently asked questions for South Tucson, AZ
Quick answers to common questions about the South Tucson rental market.
How much is rent in South Tucson?
The average rent in South Tucson is $1,322 per month as of May 16, 2026.
Is rent up or down in South Tucson?
Average rent prices in South Tucson have increased by 23% over the last month and have increased by 73% since last year.
How does South Tucson rent compare to the national average?
Rent in South Tucson is 32% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $626 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in South Tucson?
The most affordable neighborhoods in South Tucson are Southern Heights ($950/mo), Sunset Villa ($995/mo), and Chattman's ($1,410/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in South Tucson?
To comfortably afford rent in South Tucson, you'd need to earn approximately $53,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in South Tucson?
South Tucson, Arizona offers strong options for pet owners, with 67% of rental listings welcoming pets. This high percentage reflects the community's accommodating approach to renters with four-legged companions. With an average of 6 listings available monthly, pet owners have multiple options to choose from in this small but active rental market.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).