
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hawthorne Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $700 (34 Rentals)
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Talise Apartments

1st Ave Apartments

Astero Mesa East

441 N Williams

750 E 1st Ave, Unit 5

Connect on University Apartments

321 N Horne
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Delano Apartments

Astero Mesa West

860 E Brown Rd, Unit 22

343 N Harris Dr

1741 E Pepper Cir, Unit 1

1741 E Pepper Cir

Copper Point

860 E Brown Rd
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Arcos De Mesa

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Mesa Station Apartments

Indigo Lofts

Buenas North Harris

La Cascada

Aspen Ridge

The Manhattan
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El Rancho Del Sol

Ashland Manor Apartments

The Harper

33 N Hobson

1712 E Pepper Cir

Riggs Circle

Enchanted Village
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1101 N April Cir

The Lowe
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 | $1,030 | $980 | $1,080 |
| Hawthorne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,091 | $888 | $1,780 |
| Hawthorne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $1,075 | $1,840 |
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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 Park Village priced from $888. Gilbert Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $912. Here are the most affordable Hawthorne apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Village | A1-630 | 1BR,1BA | $888 |
| Gilbert Square Apartments | One Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $912 |
| Mesa Station Apartments | Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $918 |
| Talise Apartments | 1x1 579sf Classic | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 1st Ave Apartments | 1x1 R | 1BR,1BA | $1,128 |
| Connect on University Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Delano Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,181 |
| Astero Mesa West | 1035 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation | 2BR,2BA | $1,349 |
| Riggs Circle | 2x1 C | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Astero Mesa East | 1044 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation | 2BR,2BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hawthorne, AZ
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hawthorne area is the $1.34 price per square foot 1044 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation Model at Astero Mesa East in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Hawthorne apartment is the 1035 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation Model at Astero Mesa West starting at $1,349 with a $1.30 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 | $1.34 |
| Astero Mesa West | 1035 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Copper Point | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Riggs Circle | 2x1 R | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Park Village | A1-630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Connect on University Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Delano Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Gilbert Square Apartments | One Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Talise Apartments | 1x1 579sf Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Mesa Station Apartments | Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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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 Park Village which is listed at $888, while the average apartment in Hawthorne costs $1,349.
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 2 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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