Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $700 (79 Rentals)

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property at 445 S Dobson Rd

$1,010

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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445 S Dobson Rd

MesaAZ85202
property at 424 W Brown Rd

$1,095 - $1,195

2 Bedroom Rentals

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424 W Brown Rd

MesaAZ85201
property at 1248 S Vineyard

$1,099

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1248 S Vineyard

MesaAZ85210
property at 2305 E Main St

$1,099

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2305 E Main St

MesaAZ85213

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property at 860 E Brown Rd

$1,195 - $1,595

2 Bedroom Rentals

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860 E Brown Rd

MesaAZ85203

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property at 1248 S Vineyard

$1,250

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1248 S Vineyard

MesaAZ85210
property at 2305 E Main St

$1,288

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2305 E Main St

MesaAZ85213

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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 $809. Gilbert Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $881. Here are the most affordable Central Mesa apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sonoran PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$809
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$881
Villatree ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$885
The Link ApartmentsStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$894
La Petite Chateau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Park Mesa Apartments1X11BR,1BA$899
PennytreeS1Studio,1BA$900
Country Club Commons1X1U1BR,1BA$900
WaterstoneStudio S1-380Studio,1BA$909
The Oaks ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$929

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Mesa, AZ

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Mesa area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 Model at Glen at Mesa in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Central Mesa apartment is the B1 Model at Avenue 8 starting at $1,198 with a $1.09 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.
Glen at Mesa2 Bed 2 Bath - B12BR,2BA$1.29
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.09
Country Club Greens2-Bedroom Classic2BR,2BA$1.36
Lemon & Pear Tree Apartments2x2 G2BR,2BA$1.34
Luna Bear 454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.20
Heather Brook Apt2 Bedr / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.36
544 Southern Apartments2x2 UR W/D2BR,2BA$1.26
The JuliaTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.24
Clare Feldstadt ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Country Club Commons1X1U1BR,1BA$1.31

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Mesa?

There are currently 774 Apartments for Rent in Central Mesa, AZ with pricing that ranges from $750 to $13,969. There are also 343 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Mesa ranging from $749 to $8,995.

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 $749 to $8,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,166.

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 $1,499 to $2,849, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $8,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,989 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,299.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.