
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Buckhorn Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $691 (48 Rentals)
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The Landry on 56th

5306 E Boise St

Falcon Glen

Heather Brook Apartments

6440 E Alder Ave

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4837 E Caballero Cir

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131 N Higley Rd

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The Traditions Apartments

1941 S Pierpont, Unit 2116

1941 S Pierpont, Unit 1025

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San Angelin Apartments

Stone Canyon

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345 S 58th St

1941 S Pierpont, Unit 1133

4220 E Main St

Garrett Mesa

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The George

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4828 E Fairfield St, Unit 2 bedroom 1 bathroom=Utilities included

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Melrose Place

Terra Vista Gardens

5200 E Main St

333 N. Higley Rd. Mesa AZ. 85205

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327 N Sandal
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5349 E Arbor Cir

7132 E Broadway Rd

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6325 E Avalon St

San Montego Apartments

168 S 54th St

7005 E Broadway Rd

201 S Greenfield Rd
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San Piedra

288 N 61st Way
Buckhorn, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buckhorn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckhorn Studio Apartments | $1,640 | $1,594 | $1,744 |
| Buckhorn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,574 | $891 | $3,667 |
| Buckhorn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $1,175 | $3,200 |
| Buckhorn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,374 | $1,686 | $4,257 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Buckhorn Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Buckhorn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Buckhorn area of Phoenix, AZ is a 2 Beds unit found at The Landry on 56th priced from $1,011. Falcon Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,114. Here are the most affordable Buckhorn apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Landry on 56th | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,011 |
| Falcon Glen | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,114 |
| Heather Brook Apartments | 1 Bedr / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| 333 N. Higley Rd. Mesa AZ. 85205 | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| San Fernando Apartments | A 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,202 |
| Island Palms | Sand Palm | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Albany | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| MAA City Gate | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,323 |
| San Montego Apartments | Sago with Carport | 1BR,1BA | $1,327 |
| The Traditions Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buckhorn, AZ
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buckhorn area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2B Model at San Piedra in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Buckhorn apartment is the 4828 E Fairfield St Model at 4828 E Fairfield St, Unit 2 bedroom 1 bathroom=Utilities included starting at $1,600 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buckhorn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Piedra | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| 4828 E Fairfield St, Unit 2 bedroom 1 bathroom=Utilities included | 4828 E Fairfield St | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| San Angelin Apartments | ang-2m | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| The Landry on 56th | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 333 N. Higley Rd. Mesa AZ. 85205 | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| MAA City Gate | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Traditions Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| San Montego Apartments | Sago with Carport | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Island Palms | Sand Palm | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Heather Brook Apartments | 1 Bedr / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buckhorn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Buckhorn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Buckhorn is under $1,370.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buckhorn?
The cheapest apartment in Buckhorn is Falcon Glen which is listed at $1,114, while the average apartment in Buckhorn costs $1,701.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Buckhorn?
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 18 regular apartments in Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn?
Cheap apartments in Buckhorn have an average cost of $108 which is $1,593 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Buckhorn.
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