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Sonoran Palms
900 N Country Club DrMesa, AZ 85201
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Pennytree
232 S MacDonaldMesa, AZ 85210
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La Petite Chateau Apartments
1254 E BroadwayMesa, AZ 85204
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Park Village
226 N HobsonMesa, AZ 85203
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The Link Apartments
1457 W University DrMesa, AZ 85201
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Country Club Verandas
1415 N Country Club DrMesa, AZ 85201
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Mark at 87 Apartments
708 N Country Club DrMesa, AZ 85201
41 W 7th Pl
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123 N Robson StMesa, AZ 85201
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Fiesta Village Furnished - Utilities Included
960 W Southern AveMesa, AZ 85210
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Dartmoor Apartments
310 N Alma School RdMesa, AZ 85201
1132 W Dragoon Cir
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District at Fiesta Park
1033 S Longmore StMesa, AZ 85202
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825 S Alma School RdMesa, AZ 85210
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Cimarron Apartments
151 E 1st StMesa, AZ 85201
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1505 N Country ClubMesa, AZ 85201
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320 S Allen
MesaAZ85204
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544 E Southern AveMesa, AZ 85204
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601 S Alma School RdMesa, AZ 85210
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1362 S VineyardMesa, AZ 85210
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22 N RobsonMesa, AZ 85201
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1318 S VineyardMesa, AZ 85210
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Downtown Mesa, Mesa, AZ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Mesa Studio Apartments | $1,336 | $849 | $5,796 |
| Downtown Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $925 | $4,469 |
| Downtown Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $995 | $5,978 |
| Downtown Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,071 | $1,475 | $2,635 |
| Downtown Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,266 | $2,200 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Mesa area of Phoenix, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sonoran Palms priced from $849. Pennytree has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Downtown Mesa apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonoran Palms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| Pennytree | S1 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| La Petite Chateau Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Park Village | A1-630 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Link Apartments | One Bedroom West | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Country Club Verandas | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 456 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $948 |
| Mark at 87 Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Metro at Downtown Mesa | A2R-W/D | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Fiesta Village Furnished - Utilities Included | Studio Furnished incl Utilities | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| District at Fiesta Park | A1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,002 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mesa, AZ
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mesa area is the $1.27 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 Model at Glen at Mesa in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,405. The second greatest value Downtown Mesa apartment is the B1 Model at Avenue 8 starting at $1,309 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen at Mesa | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Avenue 8 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 454 West Brown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| The Davenport | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Julia | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Clare Feldstadt I | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| The Manhattan | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Quin | Two Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Park Mesa Apartments | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Park Village | A1-630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Mesa. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Downtown Mesa Neighborhood in Mesa, AZ
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
89 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Mesa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Mesa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Mesa is under $1,002.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Mesa is Park Village which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Downtown Mesa costs $2,729.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Mesa?
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 10 regular apartments in Downtown Mesa 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 Downtown Mesa?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Mesa have an average cost of $149 which is $2,580 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Mesa.
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