
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mesa Ranch Neighborhood of Gilroy, CA from $1,200 (34 Rentals)
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Glen Loma Ranch

The Cannery

7217 A-D Dowdy Street

7233 Rosanna Street

7510 Rogers Ln

7470 Rogers Ln

7460 Rogers Ln
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7191 Eigleberry St

Allium

7670 Church St

425 E 8th St

7060 Princevalle St

7182 Church St

159 5th St

6855 Princevalle St
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7561 Rosanna St

310 3rd St

7230 Dowdy St

88 W 9TH St

7515 Rogers Ln

6951 Church St

7537 Rogers Ln

7516-7526 Forest St
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7531 Forest St

7131 Church St

6685 Imperial Dr

7390 Maple St

7130 Rosanna St

Sunset Gardens

Del Rey Plaza

Evia Apartments
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Milias Apartments

Madison Court
Mesa Ranch, Gilroy, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mesa Ranch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,191 | $2,183 | $2,199 |
| Mesa Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $2,300 | $2,633 |
| Mesa Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,886 | $2,700 | $3,300 |
| Mesa Ranch 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Mesa Ranch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mesa Ranch area of Gilroy, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Wheeler Manor - Affordable Senior Housing 62+ priced from $1,257. Glen Loma Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,183. Here are the most affordable Mesa Ranch apartments for rent in Gilroy, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeler Manor - Affordable Senior Housing 62+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,257 |
| Glen Loma Ranch | Senior 62+ - 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,183 |
| Alexander Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,202 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesa Ranch, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mesa Ranch area is the $3.20 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Alexander Station in the in the Mesa Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,202. The second greatest value Mesa Ranch apartment is the Senior 62+ - 1 BR, 1 BA Model at Glen Loma Ranch starting at $2,183 with a $3.64 price per square foot in the Mesa Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mesa Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Glen Loma Ranch | Senior 62+ - 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Wheeler Manor - Affordable Senior Housing 62+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mesa Ranch Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mesa Ranch?
The cheapest apartment in Mesa Ranch is Wheeler Manor - Affordable Senior Housing 62+ which is listed at $1,257, while the average apartment in Mesa Ranch costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mesa Ranch?
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 22 regular apartments in Mesa Ranch 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 Ranch?
Cheap apartments in Mesa Ranch have an average cost of $2,458 which is $542 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mesa Ranch.
Expert Rental Resources
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