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Historic bungalows, quiet, UA adjacent, most desirable in-city neighborhood; 1BR $1,000–1,400
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Sam Hughes, Tucson
Historic bungalows, quiet, UA adjacent, most desirable in-city neighborhood; 1BR $1,000–1,400
Tucson Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,080/mo
Median 2BR rent
$1,350/mo
Median home price
$285K
Avg utilities
$165/mo
City-wide medians. Sam Hughes rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Tucson breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Tucson
Compare Sam Hughes with other popular areas.
Fourth Avenue / University
Student energy, independent shops, bars, walkable UA edge; 1BR $900–1,300
Armory Park / Downtown Arts
Historic homes, arts community, walkable to downtown, gentrifying; 1BR $950–1,300
Rincon Heights / South 4th
Affordable, diverse, university commute, improving; 1BR $800–1,100
Catalina Foothills
Mountain views, upscale, hiking trailhead minutes, families; 1BR $1,200–1,700
Oro Valley / Marana
Northern suburbs, safer, newer construction, Catalina view, families; 1BR $1,100–1,500
Midtown (Country Club area)
Established residential, midcentury homes, quiet, affordable; 1BR $900–1,200
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sam Hughes a good neighborhood in Tucson?
Historic bungalows, quiet, UA adjacent, most desirable in-city neighborhood; 1BR $1,000–1,400
What is the rent in Sam Hughes, Tucson?
Tucson citywide median 1BR rent is $1,080/mo. Sam Hughes pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Tucson often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Sam Hughes in Tucson known for?
Historic bungalows, quiet, UA adjacent, most desirable in-city neighborhood; 1BR $1,000–1,400
How does Sam Hughes compare to other Tucson neighborhoods?
Sam Hughes is one of 7 notable neighborhoods in Tucson. Other options include Fourth Avenue / University, Armory Park / Downtown Arts, Rincon Heights / South 4th.
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