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Apache JunctionAZ85119

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Apache JunctionAZ85119

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 Studio unit found at Sonoran Palms priced from $849. La Petite Chateau Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable East Valley apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sonoran PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$849
La Petite Chateau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
PennytreeS1Studio,1BA$900
Tides on SouthernOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$903
WaterstoneStudio S1-380Studio,1BA$915
Country Club Verandas1 Bed - 1 Bath | 456 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$926
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$950
San Jose ManorStudioStudio,1BA$969
La Paloma ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$975
District at Fiesta ParkA1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$986

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Valley, AZ

As of July 28, 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 Three Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Tierra Antigua Apartments starting at $1,565 with a $1.35 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
Tierra Antigua ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.35
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.27
Clare Feldstadt II3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.28
Monterey Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.39
454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
The Pacifica - 1 & 2 bedrooms units2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.37
The Manhattan2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.31
Park Mesa Apartments2X22BR,2BA$1.36
Tides on SouthernOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Valley

What type of rentals are currently available in East Valley?

There are currently 1552 Apartments for Rent in East Valley, AZ with pricing that ranges from $750 to $15,353. There are also 2451 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Valley ranging from $650 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 $650 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,227.

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 $800 to $15,353, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $16,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,099.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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