Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $600 (363 Rentals)

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Terra Vida
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$956 - $3,278
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Terra Vida

150 S Roosevelt RdMesa, AZ 85202
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The Flats
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$964 - $1,290
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The Flats

1045 S San Jose StMesa, AZ 85202
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property at 1535 W Capri Ave

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1535 W Capri Ave

MesaAZ85202
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Dartmoor Apartments
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$1,000 - $1,325
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Dartmoor Apartments

310 N Alma School RdMesa, AZ 85201
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property at 604 S Bellview

$995 - $1,050

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604 S Bellview

MesaAZ85204

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Central Mesa, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Mesa area of Mesa, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sonoran Palms priced from $779. Gilbert Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $851. Here are the most affordable Central Mesa apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sonoran PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$779
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$851
The Link ApartmentsStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$864
La Petite Chateau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Park Mesa Apartments1X11BR,1BA$899
Park VillageA1-6301BR,1BA$899
WaterstoneStudio S1-380Studio,1BA$900
PennytreeS1Studio,1BA$900
Talise Apartments1x1 579sf Classic1BR,1BA$925
Country Club Verandas1 Bed - 1 Bath | 456 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$936

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Mesa, AZ

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Mesa area is the $1.26 price per square foot B1 Bronze Model at Rise Valley Heights in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,385. The second greatest value Central Mesa apartment is the Beach Palm Model at Island Palms starting at $1,485 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rise Valley HeightsB1 Bronze2BR,2BA$1.26
Island PalmsBeach Palm2BR,2BA$1.37
Lemon & Pear Tree Apartments2x2 G2BR,2BA$1.37
Astero Mesa West1035 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation2BR,2BA$1.30
Candela Park2 Bedroom - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.37
Waylon Desert HavenB12BR,2BA$1.40
The Davenport2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.29
Clare Feldstadt ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
The QuinTwo Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$1.35
Park Mesa Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1.38

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Central Mesa, Mesa, AZ

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Mesa. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Mesa Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Central Mesa?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Mesa is under $936.

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

The cheapest apartment in Central Mesa is Gilbert Square Apartments which is listed at $851, while the average apartment in Central Mesa costs $2,171.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Mesa?

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 87 regular apartments in Central Mesa 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 Central Mesa?

Cheap apartments in Central Mesa have an average cost of $146 which is $2,025 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Mesa.

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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