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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 1001 N Pasadena

1001 N Pasadena

MesaAZ85201

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property at 2305 E Main St

2305 E Main St

MesaAZ85213
property at 650 S 80th St

650 S 80th St

MesaAZ85208

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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East Valley, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Valley area of Mesa, AZ is a 2 Beds unit found at Kachina Apartments priced from $765. Villetta Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $828. Here are the most affordable East Valley apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kachina ApartmentsPila2BR,2BA$765
Villetta Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$828
Sonoran PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$829
Terra VidaSAStudio,1BA$880
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$895
Sunset MesaStudioStudio,1BA$899
Park VillageA1-6301BR,1BA$900
WaterstoneStudio S1-450Studio,1BA$925
Sunset Vista EstatesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$933

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Valley, AZ

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Valley area is the $1.26 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bathroom W/ Attached Garage Model at San Stefano Townhomes in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value East Valley apartment is the D1 Model at HUE97 starting at $1,948 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
San Stefano TownhomesThree Bedroom Two Bathroom W/ Attached Garage3BR,2.5BA$1.26
HUE97D14BR,4BA$1.26
Tierra Antigua ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.25
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.16
9885 E La Palma Ave, Unit 2019885 E La Palma Ave3BR,2BA$1.18
Luna Bear 454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Sonoma ValleyB12BR,2BA$1.29
The JuliaTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.28
Clare Feldstadt ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Sunset Vista EstatesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.17

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East Valley, Mesa, AZ

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Valley

What type of rentals are currently available in East Valley?

There are currently 1570 Apartments for Rent in East Valley, AZ with pricing that ranges from $695 to $24,367. There are also 2489 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Valley ranging from $615 to $30,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Valley ranges from $615 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,689.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Valley range from $1,295 to $24,161, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $16,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $615 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,955.

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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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.