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Tucson, AZ 85710
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Rental Market Trends in Tucson, AZ
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Tucson, AZ is $996/month.
Rent in Tucson is 40% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$996/month
Average Rent
592 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.5%
Change / Year
5,533
Available Apartments
Tucson rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Tucson average $797 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Tucson average $996 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Tucson average $1,295 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Tucson average $1,690 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Tucson, AZ?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.5%, which averages out to $5 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Tucson, AZ
September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
23%
Below $700/month
38%
$700 - $1,000/month
28%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
9%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
2%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tucson?
Based on current rent prices, Balboa Heights, Poets Square and Swan Way Park are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tucson.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Tucson?
Based on current rent prices, North University, Rita Ranch and West University 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 Ward 2, Catalina Foothills 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 $996, you’ll want to make about $3,320 per month or $39,840 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.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Tucson, AZ is 0.4% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Tucson is 6.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $797 - $1,690. You can expect to pay 3.6% more for groceries, 3.5% more for utilities, and 5.5% less for transportation.
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.
View the Tucson Area GuideStudio
$778/month
$878/month
One Bedroom
$783/month
$1,032/month
Two Bedroom
$985/month
$1,238/month
Three Bedroom
$1,018/month
$1,762/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Tucson?
The average rent in Tucson is $996 per month, which is 40.1% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Tucson?
The average rent for a house in Tucson, AZ is $2,050 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Tucson?
The average rent for a townhome in Tucson, AZ is $1,731 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Tucson?
The average rent for a condo in Tucson, AZ is $1,172 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Tucson?
Rents in Tucson, AZ are increasing, with prices up 0.5% year-over-year and $5 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Tucson?
In Tucson, AZ, 38% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.