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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 $839. Country Club Verandas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $869. Here are the most affordable Downtown Mesa apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sonoran PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$839
Country Club Verandas1 Bed - 1 Bath | 456 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$869
District at Fiesta ParkA1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$972
Park VillageA1-6301BR,1BA$990
The Oaks ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mesa, AZ

As of September 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mesa area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 Model at Glen at Mesa in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Downtown Mesa apartment is the B1 Model at Avenue 8 starting at $1,380 with a $1.25 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$1.29
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.25
Luna Bear 454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Town & Country Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.47
Clare Feldstadt ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
The Manhattan2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.36
Park Mesa Apartments2X22BR,2BA$1.36
Candela Park1 Bedroom - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.49
North Country Club Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.54
The JuliaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.49

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Mesa, Mesa, AZ

Ranked #9

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

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Mesa?

There are currently 384 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mesa, AZ with pricing that ranges from $839 to $3,411. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Mesa ranging from $700 to $8,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Mesa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Mesa ranges from $700 to $8,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,824.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Mesa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Mesa range from $1,500 to $2,788, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $8,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,300.

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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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A Local Experts Guide to the Top 10 Budget Friendly Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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