
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dobson Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $900 (12 Rentals)
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1651 S Dobson Rd

653 W Guadalupe Rd

Garden Place

1360 W Isabella Ave
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Aventerra at Dobson Ranch Apartments

Waterford Place

1950 S Saguaro Cir

1764 W Lindner Ave
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Sahara and Playa Palms
Dobson, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dobson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Dobson Studio Apartments | $1,154 | $905 | $1,679 |
Dobson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,362 | $1,050 | $2,147 |
Dobson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $1,249 | $2,275 |
Dobson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,890 | $2,874 | $2,924 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dobson Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Dobson Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dobson area of Mesa, AZ is a Studio unit found at Waterstone priced from $905. Sahara and Playa Palms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Dobson apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Waterstone | Studio S1-380 | Studio,1BA | $905 |
Sahara and Playa Palms | 1x1 WD | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Aventerra at Dobson Ranch Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,107 |
Verona Park | 1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
Waterford Place | 1x1 794 | 1BR,1BA | $1,209 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dobson, AZ
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dobson area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2x2 G Model at Lemon & Pear Tree Apartments in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Dobson apartment is the C2 Model at La Costa at Dobson Ranch starting at $1,649 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dobson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lemon & Pear Tree Apartments | 2x2 G | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
La Costa at Dobson Ranch | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Garden Place | 2A Single Level | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
San Posada | ONE BED/ONE BATH (241-1a) | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Waterford Place | 1x1 794 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Sahara and Playa Palms | 1x1 WD - G | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Verona Park | 1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Aventerra at Dobson Ranch Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Alexan Tempe | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.54 |
Waterstone | Studio S1-380 | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
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Getting Around the Dobson Neighborhood in Mesa, AZ
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
64 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dobson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dobson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dobson is at Waterstone listed at $905.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dobson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dobson Apartment is $1,090 at Waterstone.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dobson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dobson is starting from $1,199 at Sahara and Playa Palms.
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