Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $600 (54 Rentals)

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Aspen Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Ridge

820 E Brown RdMesa, AZ 85203
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Arcos De Mesa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arcos De Mesa

1010 N Stapley DrMesa, AZ 85203
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Pine Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Gardens

206-212 W Southern AveMesa, AZ 85210
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Cabrillo Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cabrillo Pointe

522 W 9th PlMesa, AZ 85201
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Sun View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sun View

435 E 2nd StMesa, AZ 85203
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Sunset Mesa
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Mesa

237 S AshlandMesa, AZ 85204
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Vivo Mesa
Studio Apartments

Vivo Mesa

250 W Main StMesa, AZ 85201
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The Bronte East
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bronte East

325 W 5th StMesa, AZ 85201
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1st Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1st Ave

750 E 1st AveMesa, AZ 85204
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Hampton Court
Studio Apartments

Hampton Court

426 W 9th StMesa, AZ 85201
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Indigo Lofts
2 Bedroom Apartments

Indigo Lofts

737 E Brown RdMesa, AZ 85203
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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 $849. The Link Apartments 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sonoran PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$849
The Link ApartmentsStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$850
PennytreeS1RStudio,1BA$875
La Petite Chateau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Country Club Verandas1 Bed - 1 Bath | 456 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$938
1st AveStudio CStudio,1BA$980
Fiesta Village Furnished - Utilities IncludedStudio Furnished incl UtilitiesStudio,1BA$999
EmparradoAgave1BR,1BA$999
Park VillageA1-6301BR,1BA$1,000
District at Fiesta ParkA1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,002

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mesa, AZ

As of June 15, 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 $1,445. The second greatest value Downtown Mesa apartment is the B1 Model at Avenue 8 starting at $1,420 with a $1.29 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$1.29
North Country Club Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.42
454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Club 7152x2 A2BR,2BA$1.57
The Pacifica - 1 & 2 bedrooms units2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.53
Country Club Greens2-Bedroom Renovated2BR,2BA$1.50
Clare Feldstadt ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
Park Mesa Apartments2X22BR,2BA$1.42
The JuliaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.48

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Mesa, Mesa, AZ

Ranked #14

Among neighborhoods in Mesa, AZ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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 $849.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Mesa Apartment is $938 at Country Club Verandas.

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 $1,050 at The Link Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mountain View Condos and starts from $1,795.

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