Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dobson Ranch Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $600 (29 Rentals)

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$1,058 - $1,180

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1362 S Vineyard

MesaAZ85210

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1248 S Vineyard

MesaAZ85210
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1942 S Emerson

MesaAZ85210
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San Posada
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San Posada

2318 S Country Club DrMesa, AZ 85210
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sonoma Village

2932 N Oregon StChandler, AZ 85225

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Chandler Meadows

3175 N Price RdChandler, AZ 85224
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Dobson Ranch, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dobson Ranch Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dobson Ranch area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Villetta priced from $899. Waterstone has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Dobson Ranch apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VillettaS1 PlatinumStudio,1BA$899
WaterstoneStudio S1-380Studio,1BA$900
San Jose Manor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$939
District at Fiesta ParkA1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$942
The FlatsE1Studio,1BA$950
ShorebirdUnfurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,059
Fiesta Village Furnished - Utilities IncludedStudio Furnished incl UtilitiesStudio,1BA$1,075
Garden Place1A1BR,1BA$1,095
Rise at The DistrictA1 Classic1BR,1BA$1,095
Twin PalmsOne-Bedroom One-Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dobson Ranch, AZ

As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dobson Ranch area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2x2 G Model at Lemon & Pear Tree Apartments in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,435. The second greatest value Dobson Ranch apartment is the C3 Model at La Costa at Dobson Ranch starting at $1,729 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dobson Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lemon & Pear Tree Apartments2x2 G2BR,2BA$1.38
La Costa at Dobson RanchC32BR,2BA$1.66
Sycamore Square Apartments2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.62
San PosadaONE BED/ONE BATH (241-1a)1BR,1BA$1.42
The QuinTwo Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$1.42
Waterford Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.58
Aspire MesaTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.52
Villa Fiesta1x1 7701BR,1BA$1.62
Verona Park1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$1.60
District at Fiesta ParkA2 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.58

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Dobson Ranch, Mesa, AZ

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Dobson Ranch, Mesa, and the greater Phoenix area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dobson Ranch Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dobson Ranch?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dobson Ranch is at Villetta listed at $899.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dobson Ranch Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dobson Ranch Apartment is $942 at District at Fiesta Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dobson Ranch Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dobson Ranch is starting from $1,150 at The Quin.

What is the most affordable Dobson Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dobson Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Desert Jewel Apartments and starts from $2,000.

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