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Mesa, AZ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mesa, AZ

Pricing Updated: 08/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Mesa, AZ area range in price from $650 to $30,000 with an overall median price of $8,060. The three Mesa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Country Club at $995, Riverview at $995, and Dobson at $700. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mesa Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Country Club$2,432$99514
Riverview$2,735$99519
Dobson$3,997$70042
East Mesa$5,499$650263
Central Mesa$11,950$650326
East Valley$12,975$6502085
Red Mountain$16,837$650137

Cheapest Available Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mesa, AZ is a Studio unit found at The Clifford in the Central Mesa neighborhood priced from $708. Sonoran Palms in the South Phoenix neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $849. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mesa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The CliffordS1Studio,1BA$708
Sonoran PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$849
La Petite Chateau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Mesa Station ApartmentsBroadway1BR,1BA$913
Country Club Verandas1 Bed - 1 Bath | 456 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$937
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$945
Tides on SouthernOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$952
District at Fiesta ParkA1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$962
San Jose ManorStudioStudio,1BA$969
La Paloma ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesa, AZ

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mesa area is the $1.23 price per square foot C2 Model at HUE97 in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,656. The second greatest value Mesa apartment is the 4x4 Plus Model at Gateway at Tempe starting at $750 with a $0.57 price per square foot in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
HUE97C23BR,3BA$1.23
Gateway at Tempe4x4 Plus4BR,4BA$0.57
Tierra Antigua ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.35
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.27
Waterford Place2x2 10622BR,2BA$1.34
Clare Feldstadt II3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.28
454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
The Pacifica - 1 & 2 bedrooms units2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.34
The Manhattan2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.31
Park Mesa Apartments2X22BR,2BA$1.36

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Mesa Overview

Mesa is a great home for lovers of the rugged outdoors and diverse cultures alike. It is a place where history comes to life, with temperate weather and friendly people. And being part of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area means that you are never far from even more adventures in the big city.

Why live in Mesa, AZ?

Mesa is temperate and diverse suburb of the Phoenix Metropolitan area, allowing residents to enjoy big city proximity with the benefits of a smaller city. There are numerous museums, art centers, and other cultural institutions. Mesa is also home to branch campuses of a wide variety of universities, allowing residents countless educational opportunities. Those who enjoy golf will love the Mesa Country Club whereas shoppers can delight in the constantly-expanding malls and retail centers of the city.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mesa, AZ

Ranked #4

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Mesa, AZ

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mesa is at The Clifford listed at $708.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mesa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mesa Apartment is $815 at The Clifford.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mesa is starting from $960 at Mesa Station Apartments.

What is the most affordable Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Clare Feldstadt II and starts from $1,300.

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