Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mesa Hills Neighborhood of El Paso, TX from $500 (15 Rentals)

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5236 Carousel Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5236 Carousel Dr

5236 Carousel DrEl Paso, TX 79912
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Mesa Hills, El Paso, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mesa Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mesa Hills area of El Paso, TX is a Studio unit found at Carousel Plaza Apartments priced from $595. Vista Sol El Paso has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $627. Here are the most affordable Mesa Hills apartments for rent in El Paso, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carousel Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$595
Vista Sol El PasoStudioStudio,1BA$627
5252 Carousel Dr2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$775
The Preserve at Mesa HillsThe Hot Springs1BR,1BA$785
Suncrest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesa Hills, TX

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mesa Hills area is the $1.80 price per square foot 5200 Carousel Dr Model at 5200 Carousel Dr, Unit Carousel Unit 5 in the in the Ridgecrest neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Mesa Hills apartment is the 1X1 Model at West Town starting at $1,004 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Mission Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mesa Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5200 Carousel Dr, Unit Carousel Unit 55200 Carousel Dr3BR,1BA$1.80
West Town1X11BR,1BA$1.24
Las LomasB12BR,1BA$1.15
5252 Carousel Dr2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Vista Ventana Apartments2-12BR,1BA$1.22
Suncrest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.24
The Preserve at Mesa HillsThe Congaree1BR,1BA$1.46
Cliff Dwellers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50
Palomar WestA11BR,1BA$1.73
Carousel Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.49

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Mesa Hills, El Paso, and the greater El Paso area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Mesa Hills Neighborhood in El Paso, TX

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

23 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mesa Hills Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mesa Hills?

The cheapest apartment in Mesa Hills is Carousel Plaza Apartments which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Mesa Hills costs $3,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mesa Hills?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Mesa Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mesa Hills?

Cheap apartments in Mesa Hills have an average cost of $661 which is $2,839 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mesa Hills.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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