Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 12/04/2025
Tucsonâs vibrant metro area offers a diverse rental landscape that appeals to students, professionals, and families alike. From the lively streets of Downtown and historic Fourth Avenue to the tranquil neighborhoods near the University of Arizona and Sabino Canyon, renters enjoy easy access to cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and a thriving culinary scene. The cityâs blend of modern apartment complexes and charming singleâfamily homes provides ample options for those seeking convenience, space, or a mix of both.
Apartment rents in Tucson are notably affordable, with studio units hovering around the $850 median and larger threeâbedroom apartments often exceeding the $1,700 mark. This pricing flexibility makes it possible to find a comfortable living space in soughtâafter areas such as the UniversityâŻDistrict or the OldâŻTownâŻEast corridor. For those who prefer the privacy of a house, the market follows a similar trajectory, offering studioâstyle homes at comparable rates and premium larger homes that command higher rents in the $1,700âplus range, especially in familyâfriendly suburbs like Catalina Foothills and the WestâŻSide.
Beyond price, Tucsonâs rental market is distinguished by its variety of housing stylesâfrom contemporary lofts and gardenâstyle apartments to spacious ranchâstyle homes with desert landscaping. Residents benefit from a strong sense of community, excellent schools, and easy commuting options via the SunâŻLinkâŻmodern streetcar and major highways. Whether youâre looking for a compact studio near campus or a spacious house close to scenic hiking trails, Tucsonâs rental market provides a welcoming environment that balances affordability with quality of life.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $931 | $799 | $679 - $2,189 | $698 - $1,095 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,165 | $1,009 | $745 - $2,316 | $886 - $1,390 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,437 | $1,329 | $770 - $2,750 | $1,150 - $1,649 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,623 | $1,599 | $715 - $2,400 | $1,480 - $1,795 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $1,827 | $1,550 | $1,310 - $4,400 | $1,499 - $1,830 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $1,248 | $995 | $815 - $2,200 | $875 - $1,650 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,713 | $1,500 | $895 - $4,500 | $1,350 - $1,850 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,961 | $1,825 | $165 - $7,500 | $1,700 - $2,070 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,485 | $2,242 | $795 - $7,500 | $1,975 - $2,795 |
In the current period, the average rent in Tucson, AZ was $927 for Studio, $1,188 for 1 Bedroom, $1,569 for 2 Bedroom, $1,935 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,438 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.