What's the average rent in Tucson, AZ?

Rental Market Trends in Tucson, AZ

SOURCE: TRULIA DATA

Rental market highlights

As of May 2026, the average rent in Tucson, AZ is $1,499 per month, which is 22% lower than the national average rent of $1,930 per month.

AVERAGE RENT

$1,499
-0.1%
-$1 decrease month-over-month
-8.0%
-$131 decrease year-over-year

AVAILABLE RENTALS

2,783

APARTMENTS

$1,074

HOUSES

$1,950

TOWNHOUSES

$1,395
As of May 2026, apartments are the most affordable rental option in Tucson, AZ at $1,074 per month, while houses are the most expensive at $1,950 per month. Townhomes average $1,395 per month, offering a mid-range alternative for renters.

Average rent by number of bedrooms

Floor plan typeAverage rent
1 Bedroom$936
2 Bedrooms$1,300
3 Bedrooms$1,895
4 Bedrooms$2,268
All$1,499
As of May 2026, the average rent for a 1 bedroom rental in Tucson, AZ is $936 per month, followed by $1,300 for a 2 bedroom rental, $1,895 for a 3 bedroom rental, and $2,268 for a 4 bedroom rental.

Average rent trends and rent ranges

Average rent price over time

In the past year, rent has decreased by -8% compared to the previous year, which is a $135 decrease.
This year (2026)
Last year (2025)

Rent distribution

39% of rentals have rent of $800-$1,499/month

Rental price range

The price range for rentals is $300 to $134,900.
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