
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Homestead Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $600 (28 Rentals)
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Orchard Mesa

826 E 4th Pl

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Gilbert Square Apartments

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Talise Apartments

1224 E Evergreen St

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Val Vista Gardens Apartments
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Delano Apartments

Astero Mesa West

Falcon Glen

3403 E Main St

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Mesa Royale Apartments

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The Manhattan

825 E 5th St
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San Fernando Apartments

Heather Brook Apt

1742 E Pepper Cir

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Connect on University Apartments

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Reflections at Red Mountain

143 S Doran
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Sunset Mesa

Mesa Station Apartments

333 N. Higley Rd. Mesa AZ. 85205

Indigo Lofts

Sands Apartments

Aspen Ridge
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Homestead, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Homestead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead Studio Apartments | $927 | $699 | $1,125 |
| Homestead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,119 | $818 | $1,675 |
| Homestead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $989 | $2,751 |
| Homestead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $1,579 | $1,834 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Homestead Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Homestead Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Homestead area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Gilbert Square Apartments priced from $952. Talise Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Homestead apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert Square Apartments | One Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
| Talise Apartments | 1x1 579sf Classic | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Mesa Station Apartments | Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $994 |
| 333 N. Higley Rd. Mesa AZ. 85205 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Delano Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,086 |
| Falcon Glen | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Astero Mesa West | 576 1 Bed 1 Bath - Renovations | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Sands Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Manhattan | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Mesa Royale Apartments | Villa | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homestead, AZ
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Homestead area is the $1.49 price per square foot C 60% Model at San Fernando Apartments in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,579. The second greatest value Homestead apartment is the 2 bed 1.5 bath Model at Copper Point starting at $1,776 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Homestead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Fernando Apartments | C 60% | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Copper Point | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.76 |
| Heather Brook Apt | 2 Bedr / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| The Manhattan | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Polo Club | The Jewel | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Genoa Lakes | Corsica | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 333 N. Higley Rd. Mesa AZ. 85205 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Gilbert Square Apartments | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Talise Apartments | 1x1 579sf Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Mesa Station Apartments | Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Homestead Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Homestead?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Homestead is under $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Homestead?
The cheapest apartment in Homestead is Gilbert Square Apartments which is listed at $955, while the average apartment in Homestead costs $11,767.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Homestead?
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 42 regular apartments in Homestead that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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