Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $600 (67 Rentals)

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property at 1718 S Longmore

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860 E Brown Rd

MesaAZ85203
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930 N Mesa Dr

MesaAZ85201

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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 $829. Terra Vida has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable Central Mesa apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sonoran PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$829
Terra VidaSAStudio,1BA$880
La Petite Chateau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$899
Val Vista Gardens ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
Park VillageA1-6301BR,1BA$900
The HamptonsA1BR,1BA$918
Tides on SouthernOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$918
Mesa Station ApartmentsMcKellips2BR,1BA$923
WaterstoneStudio S1-380Studio,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Mesa, AZ

As of October 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Mesa area is the $1.31 price per square foot Cancun Model at Lindsay Palms in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Central Mesa apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 Model at Glen at Mesa starting at $1,450 with a $1.31 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.
Lindsay PalmsCancun2BR,2BA$1.31
Glen at Mesa2 Bed 2 Bath - B12BR,2BA$1.31
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$0.99
Waterford Place2x2 10622BR,2BA$1.28
Luna Bear 454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
The Davenport2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.29
Sorrento ApartmentsTwo-Bedroom, Two-Bathroom (A)2BR,2BA$1.33
Clare Feldstadt ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
The Manhattan2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.19
Tides on SouthernOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.33

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Mesa?

There are currently 804 Apartments for Rent in Central Mesa, AZ with pricing that ranges from $750 to $8,201. There are also 362 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Mesa ranging from $600 to $11,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Mesa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Mesa ranges from $600 to $11,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,508.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Mesa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Mesa range from $1,595 to $2,799, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $8,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,810 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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