
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Golden Hills Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $750 (27 Rentals)
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Melrose Place

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The Solstice of Mesa 55+ Apartments

7132 E Broadway Rd

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7950 E Keats Ave
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San Montego Apartments

6325 E Avalon St

205 N 74th St

7005 E Broadway Rd

8700 E University Dr
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288 N 61st Way

1937 S 80th St
Golden Hills, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Golden Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Hills Studio Apartments | $1,387 | $999 | $1,744 |
| Golden Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $986 | $3,355 |
| Golden Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $1,225 | $3,000 |
| Golden Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,086 | $1,400 | $3,103 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Golden Hills Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Golden Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Golden Hills area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Landry on 56th priced from $986. SunVilla Resort +55 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Golden Hills apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Landry on 56th | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $986 |
| SunVilla Resort +55 Apartments | Indigo | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Marabrisa | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Tierra Antigua Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,222 |
| The Village at Sun Valley Apartments | B - The Agave | 2BR,2BA | $1,241 |
| Albany | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,290 |
| San Montego Apartments | Sago with Carport | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Clare Feldstadt II | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Atlas Mesa | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,421 |
| The Solstice of Mesa 55+ Apartments | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1,518 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Golden Hills, AZ
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Golden Hills area is the $1.42 price per square foot Venice Model at Casa Sole Vita Townhomes in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Golden Hills apartment is the B1 - The Estrella Model at The Village at Sun Valley Apartments starting at $1,385 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Golden Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Sole Vita Townhomes | Venice | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| The Village at Sun Valley Apartments | B1 - The Estrella | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| The Solstice of Mesa 55+ Apartments | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Clare Feldstadt II | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| San Montego Apartments | Sago with Carport | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Tierra Antigua Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Marabrisa | 1x1B Plat | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Albany | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| The Landry on 56th | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| SunVilla Resort +55 Apartments | Indigo | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Golden Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Golden Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Golden Hills is under $1,518.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Golden Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Golden Hills is The Landry on 56th which is listed at $986, while the average apartment in Golden Hills costs $1,763.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Golden Hills?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Golden Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Golden Hills?
Cheap apartments in Golden Hills have an average cost of $151 which is $1,612 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Golden Hills.
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