Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Citrus Highlands Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $700 (9 Rentals)

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arcos De Mesa

1010 N Stapley DrMesa, AZ 85203
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Citrus Highlands, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Citrus Highlands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Citrus Highlands area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Gilbert Square Apartments priced from $975. Falcon Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,055. Here are the most affordable Citrus Highlands apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$975
Falcon Glen1X11BR,1BA$1,055
Mesa Royale ApartmentsVillaStudio,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Citrus Highlands, AZ

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Citrus Highlands area is the $1.59 price per square foot C1a Model at The CJ Luxury Townhomes in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Citrus Highlands apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 Model at Glen at Mesa starting at $1,560 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Citrus Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The CJ Luxury TownhomesC1a3BR,2.5BA$1.59
Glen at Mesa2 Bed 2 Bath - B12BR,2BA$1.41
Citrus Highland Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.56
Woodstream VillageA1C1BR,1BA$1.77
The Polo ClubThe Jewel1BR,1BA$1.74
Copper Point1 bed 1 bath Renovated1BR,1BA$2.08
Astero Mesa East1X11BR,1BA$1.84
Reflections at Red Mountain1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.91
Falcon Glen1X11BR,1BA$1.71
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.63

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Citrus Highlands, Mesa, AZ

Ranked #82

Among neighborhoods in Mesa, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Citrus Highlands Neighborhood in Mesa, AZ

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Citrus Highlands Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Citrus Highlands?

The cheapest apartment in Citrus Highlands is Gilbert Square Apartments which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Citrus Highlands costs $2,975.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Citrus Highlands?

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 4 regular apartments in Citrus Highlands 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 Citrus Highlands?

Cheap apartments in Citrus Highlands have an average cost of $318 which is $2,657 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Citrus Highlands.

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