
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hawthorne Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $700 (8 Rentals)
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Hawthorne, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hawthorne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Studio Apartments | $962 | $930 | $995 |
| Hawthorne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $881 | $1,599 |
| Hawthorne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,273 | $1,075 | $1,904 |
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Cheapest Available Hawthorne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hawthorne area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Gilbert Square Apartments priced from $881. Mesa Station Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Hawthorne apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert Square Apartments | One Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $881 |
| Mesa Station Apartments | Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Park Village | A1-630 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hawthorne, AZ
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hawthorne area is the $1.73 price per square foot 1044 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation Model at Astero Mesa East in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,805. The second greatest value Hawthorne apartment is the 1035 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation Model at Astero Mesa West starting at $1,199 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hawthorne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astero Mesa East | 1044 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Astero Mesa West | 1035 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Copper Point | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.87 |
| The Manhattan | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Delano Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Park Village | A1-630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Connect on University Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Gilbert Square Apartments | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Talise Apartments | 1x1 579sf Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Mesa Station Apartments | Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHawthorne, Mesa, AZ
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Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hawthorne Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hawthorne?
The cheapest apartment in Hawthorne is Gilbert Square Apartments which is listed at $881, while the average apartment in Hawthorne costs $1,238.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hawthorne?
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 18 regular apartments in Hawthorne that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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