
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mira Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $700 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mira Mesa area of Mesa.


Albany Apartments

The Landry on 56th

Falcon Glen

Heather Brook Apartments

5306 E Boise St

1340 N Recker Rd

San Fernando Apartments
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2729 N Salem

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4651 E Caballero St, Unit 1

Ascend at Red Mountain

Longbow

168 S 54th St

5735 E McDowell Rd, Unit 3221-11

Melrose Place

Higley
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Terra Vista Gardens

6438 E Butte St, Unit 2

415 N 64th Pl

Springs at Red Mountain

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Oasis in Mesa

6325 E Avalon St

Springs at Alta Mesa
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2704 N Salem

4522 E Camino Cir

4809 E Camino Cir

6128-6130 E Akron St

6130 E Akron St

Greenway Circle

125 S 56th St

6166 E Glencove St
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6221 E Greenway St
Mira Mesa, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mira Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Mesa Studio Apartments | $783 | $773 | $794 |
| Mira Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $871 | $3,355 |
| Mira Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $1,123 | $3,200 |
| Mira Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,107 | $1,679 | $2,179 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mira Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Mira Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mira Mesa area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Landry on 56th priced from $1,052. Falcon Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,089. Here are the most affordable Mira Mesa apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Landry on 56th | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,052 |
| Falcon Glen | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,089 |
| Heather Brook Apartments | 1 Bedr / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Bella Rosa Apartments | B | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Albany Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Springs at Red Mountain | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,294 |
| Ascend at Red Mountain | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| San Fernando Apartments | B1 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1,332 |
| Longbow | 1x1-664 | 1BR,1BA | $1,373 |
| Springs at Alta Mesa | B1: Basin with Carport | 2BR,2BA | $1,472 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Mesa, AZ
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mira Mesa area is the $1.50 price per square foot 6249- 2x1.5 responsible for Water with City of... Model at Greenway Circle in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Mira Mesa apartment is the B1 MKT Model at San Fernando Apartments starting at $1,601 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mira Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenway Circle | 6249- 2x1.5 responsible for Water with City of... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| San Fernando Apartments | B1 MKT | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Bella Rosa Apartments | B | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Springs at Alta Mesa | A2: Agave with Carport | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Heather Brook Apartments | 1 Bedr / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Longbow | 1x1-664 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Ascend at Red Mountain | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Albany Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Falcon Glen | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| The Landry on 56th | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMira Mesa, 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 Mira Mesa Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mira Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in Mira Mesa is The Landry on 56th which is listed at $1,052, while the average apartment in Mira Mesa costs $2,179.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mira Mesa?
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 4 regular apartments in Mira Mesa 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 Mira Mesa?
Cheap apartments in Mira Mesa have an average cost of $239 which is $1,940 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mira Mesa.
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