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property at 430 W 3rd St

430 W 3rd St

MesaAZ85201

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property at 1362 S Vineyard

1362 S Vineyard

MesaAZ85210
property at 1248 S Vineyard

1248 S Vineyard

MesaAZ85210

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Downtown Mesa, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

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 $799. La Petite Chateau Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Downtown Mesa apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sonoran PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$799
La Petite Chateau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Park VillageA1-6301BR,1BA$900
District at Fiesta ParkA1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$942
Country Club Verandas1 Bed - 1 Bath | 456 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$945
The Monterey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$949
The Oaks ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$949
The Link ApartmentsStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$950
PennytreeS1Studio,1BA$950
1st Ave.Studio RStudio,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mesa, AZ

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mesa area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 Model at Glen at Mesa in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Downtown Mesa apartment is the B1 Model at Avenue 8 starting at $1,193 with a $1.08 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Glen at Mesa2 Bed 2 Bath - B12BR,2BA$1.31
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.08
Madison2x1 U WD2BR,1BA$1.39
Luna Bear 454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Country Club Greens2-Bedroom Renovated2BR,2BA$1.41
The Davenport2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.29
Clare Feldstadt ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
The Manhattan2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.19
Candela ParkRenovated 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.41
The JuliaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.45

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Mesa, Mesa, AZ

Ranked #9

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Mesa is at Sonoran Palms listed at $799.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Mesa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Mesa Apartment is $899 at Sonoran Palms.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Mesa is starting from $1,045 at The Manhattan.

What is the most affordable Downtown Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Indigo Springs and starts from $1,652.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.