Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 5, 2026
Average rent in
Tucson, AZ
Average rent in
Last updated on August 5, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Tucson, AZ rent slipped 7.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,295/month. Renters today are paying $79 less per month on average than last year, despite a 1.7% month-over-month increase in rents.
Compared to national trends
Tucson is 33.2% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters compared to many other metros. The city has 1,674 total rentals providing a range of options.
Price ranges
Studios rent for about $725/month, 1-bedrooms around $895/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,229/month in Tucson. Larger units like 3-bedrooms and 4+ bedrooms rent for $1,795/month and $2,095/month respectively, covering a range of bedroom sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
La Madera saw rents fall by 58.8% year over year to $1,073/month, El Montevideo declined 54.8% to $1,050/month, and Rillito dropped 54.5% to $945/month. These steep declines contrast with the citywide 7.2% rent slip in Tucson, AZ.
Median rent
Median rent in Tucson
$1,295/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Tucson is $1,295 per month as of August 2026. This is 33% below the national average rent, or $645 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Tucson
1,674
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Tucson rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Tucson, AZ
Average rent prices in Tucson have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 7% 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
Tucson, AZ
Rent prices in Tucson vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Tucson is $999, whereas a house costs $1,775. 1-bedroom apartments in Tucson run $875 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,145.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $725 | 1% | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $895 | No Change | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,229 | No Change | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,795 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,095 | 1% | 5% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Amphi | $949 | |
Campus Farm | $1,022 | |
Hedrick Acres | $1,295 | |
Keeling | $999 | |
Limberlost | $1,200 | |
Midtown | $1,030 | |
Miramonte | $932 | |
Palo Verde | $1,100 | |
Rita Ranch | $1,995 | |
West University | $1,370 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $999 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,344 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,775 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,345 |  3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$725
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$895
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,229
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,795
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,095
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
Campus Farm
Average rent
$1,022
Midtown
Average rent
$1,030
Amphi
Average rent
$949
Hedrick Acres
Average rent
$1,295
Keeling
Average rent
$999
Palo Verde
Average rent
$1,100
Miramonte
Average rent
$932
West University
Average rent
$1,370
Limberlost
Average rent
$1,200
Rita Ranch
Average rent
$1,995
Apartments
Average rent
$999
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,344
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,775
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$1,345
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in 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 Tucson, AZ compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Tucson and Casas Adobes by all bedroom counts and property types.
Tucson
33%lower than the national median
2%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Tucson, AZ is 32% lower than the median rent in Casas Adobes, AZ.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,900
3%$2,249
$2,400
$1,675
12%$937
34%$2,130
1%$2,600
4%$2,250
14%$995
35%$1,775
35%$2,050
3%$1,799
3%Cost of living in Tucson, AZ
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% higher |
| Groceries | 4% higher |
| Health | 11% higher |
| Housing | 6% lower |
| Transportation | 5% lower |
| Utilities | 4% higher |
Discover rentals in Tucson, AZ
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Tucson
Studio
1 bath
$300
Condo for rent
Available Oct 28
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Tucson
Studio
1 bath
$350
Condo for rent
Available Apr 28
5d+ ago
5755 S Fontana Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706
1 bed
1 bath
$495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1413 N Columbus Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85712
1 bed
1 bath
$495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Bear Canyon house for rent in Tucson
8959 E Woodland Rd, Tucson, AZ 85749
4 beds
4 baths
$22,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Tucson
7968 N Placita Marquitos, Tucson, AZ 85704
4 beds
2.5 baths
$6,500
House for rent
4d ago
Menlo Park-Panorama Estates house for rent in Tucson
3 beds
3 baths
$5,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
Sunset Creek house for rent in Tucson
9853 N Sumter Creek Pl, Tucson, AZ 85742
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
House for rent
3h ago
Verified
6901 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85710
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$999–$1,450
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
8485 E 22nd St, Tucson, AZ 85710
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$899–$2,239
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
8250 E Golf Links Rd, Tucson, AZ 85730
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,243–$2,975
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
6340 S Santa Clara Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$777–$2,004
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
6340 S Santa Clara Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$777–$2,004
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
7671 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85715
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$797–$1,768
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
7400 E Golf Links Rd, Tucson, AZ 85730
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$822–$1,868
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
8600 E Old Spanish Trl, Tucson, AZ 85710
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$839–$2,480
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
6901 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85710
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$999–$1,450
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
8250 E Golf Links Rd, Tucson, AZ 85730
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,243–$2,975
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
6340 S Santa Clara Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$777–$2,004
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
2660 N Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$699–$1,049
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Tucson, AZ
Quick answers to common questions about the Tucson rental market.
How much is rent in Tucson?
The average rent in Tucson is $1,295 per month as of August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Tucson?
Average rent prices in Tucson have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 7% since last year.
How does Tucson rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Tucson is 33% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $645 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Tucson?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Tucson are Miramonte ($932/mo), Amphi ($949/mo), and Keeling ($999/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Tucson?
To comfortably afford rent in Tucson, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Tucson?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Tucson average around $900/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,220/month.
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).