Cheap Homes for Rent in East Valley Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $700 (355 Rentals)

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property at 3864 S Emery

$800

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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3864 S Emery

MesaAZ85212

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property at 1350 S Greenfield Rd

$860

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$860
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$860

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 23

1350 S Greenfield Rd, Unit 1017

1350 S Greenfield Rd
MesaAZ85206
property at 1813 W Shiprock St

$950

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$950
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1813 W Shiprock St

Apache JunctionAZ85120

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

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property at 1718 S Longmore

$1,000

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$1,000
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$1,000

Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1718 S Longmore

MesaAZ85202

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

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 6438 E Butte St

$1,150

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$1,150
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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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6438 E Butte St, Unit 2

6438 E Butte St
MesaAZ85205
property at 563 N Cherry

$1,150

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 15

563 N Cherry

MesaAZ85201

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

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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 1 Bed unit found at Manhatton priced from $750. Aster on University has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable East Valley apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manhatton1/11BR,1BA$750
Aster on UniversityS1 CStudio,1BA$799
Sonoran PalmsStudio1BR,1BA$849
Park VillageA1-6301BR,1BA$850
ShorebirdUnfurnished StudioStudio,1BA$899
The Link ApartmentsOne Bedroom West - Classic1BR,1BA$899
CliffordS1Studio,1BA$899
PennytreeS1Studio,1BA$900
The Pacifica1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$915
Talise Apartments1x1 579sf Classic1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Valley, AZ

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Valley area is the $1.19 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Unit Model at The Howe Apartments in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value East Valley apartment is the B2 Model at HUE97 starting at $1,381 with a $1.23 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.
The Howe Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath Unit2BR,2BA$1.19
HUE97B22BR,2BA$1.23
Rise Valley HeightsB1 Bronze2BR,2BA$1.27
Madison2x1 U2BR,1BA$1.25
SoL2BR/2BA - Platinum2BR,2BA$1.18
Gilbert Square ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath Classic2BR,2BA$1.15
Clare Feldstadt ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
The Manhattan2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.28
2032 N Hunt Cor2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.20
859 W Ray Rd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.26

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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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 1628 Apartments for Rent in East Valley, AZ with pricing that ranges from $773 to $27,803. There are also 1824 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Valley ranging from $750 to $40,000.

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 $750 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,662.

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 $1,075 to $27,803, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,956.

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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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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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.