Cheap Homes for Rent in East Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $800 (20 Rentals)

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property at 8547 E Osage Ave

$1,150

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$1,150

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Mar 14

8547 E Osage Ave

MesaAZ85212

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property at 650 S 80th St

$1,165

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

650 S 80th St

MesaAZ85208

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property at 10529 E Hampton Ave

$1,541

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$1,541

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

property at 164 N 74th St

$1,599

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

164 N 74th St

MesaAZ85207

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East Mesa, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Mesa area of Mesa, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountain View Apartments priced from $995. SunVilla Resort +55 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable East Mesa apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mountain View Apartments1121BR,1BA$995
SunVilla Resort +55 ApartmentsIndigoStudio,1BA$999
Williams Gateway ApartmentsA1R1BR,1BA$1,099
Cabana Southern ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,149
Marabrisa Condominiums1x1A1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mesa, AZ

As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Mesa area is the $1.28 price per square foot Plan 2 Model at Tricon Gateway in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,429. The second greatest value East Mesa apartment is the 3x2.5 Model at The Reserve at Eastmark starting at $2,017 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tricon GatewayPlan 23BR,2.5BA$1.28
The Reserve at Eastmark3x2.53BR,2.5BA$1.24
HUE97D14BR,4BA$1.21
Bella VictoriaMarquesa with Direct Access Garage2BR,2BA$1.47
The GrovesC1 & C2 - 3 BR | 2 BA3BR,2BA$1.33
The Palms at Augusta RanchWindmill2BR,2BA$1.41
Superstition CanyonB12BR,2BA$1.47
San Miguel Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome2BR,2BA$1.32
Tierra Antigua ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.28
Clare Feldstadt II3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.44

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Mesa, Mesa, AZ

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in East Mesa?

There are currently 138 Apartments for Rent in East Mesa, AZ with pricing that ranges from $995 to $7,478. There are also 232 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Mesa ranging from $800 to $10,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Mesa ranges from $800 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,563.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Mesa range from $1,300 to $5,569, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,075 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,870.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.