
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dobson Ranch Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $600 (70 Rentals)
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San Jose Manor

1718 S Longmore

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The Flats

Emerald Apartments

Stonegate Furnished

Shorebird

461 W Holmes Ave

Garden Place

Fiesta Village Furnished - Utilities Included
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Waterstone

Sandstone Apartments

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Aventerra at Dobson Ranch Apartments

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Westmount at the District Apartments

Twin Palms

Verona Park

Vista Valley

The Quin

The Place at El Prado

Del Coronado
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Villetta

Villa Fiesta

653 W Guadalupe Rd, Unit 2015

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Landing at Fiesta Village

Waterford Place

Aspire Mesa

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The Joshua Apartments

1645 W Baseline Rd

533 W Guadalupe Rd
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La Costa at Dobson Ranch

1645 W Baseline Rd

Lemon & Pear Tree Apartments

Furnished Studio-Phoenix - Mesa - West

461 W Holmes Ave, Unit 347

461 W Holmes Ave, Unit 347

Furnished Studio-Phoenix - Mesa

2040 S Longmore

2855 S Ext Rd

1943 S Alta Vista Cir
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Rise at The District

Sorrento Apartments

San Posada

Sycamore Square Apartments

859 S Ext Rd

623 W Guadalupe Rd

Reflect at Dobson Ranch

948 S Alma School Rd

1406 W Emerald Ave

839 S Westwood
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Dobson Ranch, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dobson Ranch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dobson Ranch Studio Apartments | $1,141 | $939 | $1,649 |
| Dobson Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $893 | $1,845 |
| Dobson Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,528 | $1,119 | $2,225 |
| Dobson Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,163 | $1,942 | $2,500 |
| Dobson Ranch 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,417 | $3,833 | $5,001 |
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There are currently 70 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dobson Ranch Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Dobson Ranch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dobson Ranch area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Manhatton priced from $750. District at Fiesta Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $893. Here are the most affordable Dobson Ranch apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhatton | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| District at Fiesta Park | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $893 |
| San Jose Manor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $939 |
| Rise at The District | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Emerald Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Sorrento Apartments | One-Bedroom, One-Bathroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Stonegate Furnished | Studio Furnished | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Shorebird | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| Garden Place | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,064 |
| Fiesta Village Furnished - Utilities Included | Studio Furnished incl Utilities | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dobson Ranch, AZ
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dobson Ranch area is the $1.63 price per square foot C2 Model at La Costa at Dobson Ranch in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Dobson Ranch apartment is the B2: 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Verona Park starting at $1,515 with a $1.56 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Costa at Dobson Ranch | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Verona Park | B2: 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Aventerra at Dobson Ranch Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Sycamore Square Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Vista Valley | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| San Posada | ONE BED/ONE BATH (241-1a) | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Villa Fiesta | 1x1 770 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Del Coronado | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Rise at The District | A1 Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Garden Place | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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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 San Jose Manor listed at $939.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dobson Ranch Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dobson Ranch Apartment is $750 at Manhatton.
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 $1,045 at Rise at The District.
What is the most affordable Dobson Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dobson Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Place at El Prado and starts from $1,942.
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