Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Mesa, AZ Under $1,200 (47 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Mesa as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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The Julia
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$1,100 - $1,804
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The Julia

546 S Country Club DrMesa, AZ 85210
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Waterstone
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$985 - $2,038
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Waterstone

1651 S Dobson RdMesa, AZ 85202
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The Monterey
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Monterey

241 E 1st AveMesa, AZ 85210
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The Manhattan
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Manhattan

1107 E University DrMesa, AZ 85203

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Indigo Springs
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Indigo Springs

1464 S Stapley DrMesa, AZ 85204
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Coral Point
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coral Point

2343 W Main StMesa, AZ 85201
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Lucera Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lucera Apartments

2940 E Broadway RdMesa, AZ 85204

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Eastridge Apartments
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$855 - $1,610
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Eastridge Apartments

1522 E Southern AveTempe, AZ 85282
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Aqua Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aqua Apartments

1532 S Price RdTempe, AZ 85281
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La Paloma Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Paloma Apartments

1975 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281
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Aces on Apache
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Aces on Apache

1620 E Apache BlvdTempe, AZ 85281

Mesa, AZ Local Guide

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Expert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ for College Renters

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Mesa is at Eastridge Apartments listed at $855.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Mesa Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Mesa is $1,953.

What is the largest Short-term Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Mesa is a 3,293 square feet unit starting from $8,172 at 2005 W Mesquite St.

What is the average size for Mesa Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Mesa is currently at 753 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.