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

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property at 3864 S Emery

$800

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$800

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$800

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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3864 S Emery

MesaAZ85212
property at 9501 E Broadway Rd

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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property at 9501 E Broadway Rd

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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property at 205 N 74th St

$1,399 - $1,450

2 Bedroom Rentals

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205 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. Cabana Southern 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
Cabana Southern ApartmentsS1: 0 Bed 1 BathStudio,1BA$999
Sun Valley Ranch ApartmentsStarfire1BR,1BA$1,050
Marabrisa Condominiums1x1A1BR,1BA$1,125
Maxwell at Cooley StationStudioStudio,1BA$1,180

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mesa, AZ

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Mesa area is the $1.31 price per square foot Plan 2 Model at Tricon Gateway in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,479. The second greatest value East Mesa apartment is the 3x2.5 Model at The Reserve at Eastmark starting at $2,299 with a $1.42 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$1.31
The Reserve at Eastmark3x2.53BR,2.5BA$1.42
HUE97D14BR,4BA$1.26
Annex at CadenceC13BR,2.5BA$1.39
The GrovesC1 & C2 - 3 BR | 2 BA3BR,2BA$1.33
Superstition CanyonB12BR,2BA$1.40
San Miguel Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome2BR,2BA$1.32
The Village at Sun Valley ApartmentsB1 - The Estrella2BR,2BA$1.38
Clare Feldstadt II3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.44
Sun Valley Ranch ApartmentsStarfire1BR,1BA$1.47

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Mesa, Mesa, AZ

Ranked #15

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 144 Apartments for Rent in East Mesa, AZ with pricing that ranges from $995 to $6,484. There are also 223 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 $2,632.

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 $3,236, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,955.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.