Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $700 (48 Rentals)

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Genoa Lakes
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$1,230 - $1,880
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Genoa Lakes

3320 E University DrMesa, AZ 85213
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Higley
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Higley

333 N Higley RdMesa, AZ 85205
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Terra Vista Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terra Vista Gardens

5925 E University DrMesa, AZ 85205
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2032 N Hunt Cor
2 Bedroom Apartments

2032 N Hunt Cor

2032 N Hunt CorMesa, AZ 85203

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Citrus Highlands
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Citrus Highlands

2020 N WinterhavenMesa, AZ 85213
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The Harper
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Harper

530-538 N WilliamsMesa, AZ 85203
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The Alan
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Alan

2340 E McKellips RdMesa, AZ 85213
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Cheapest Available Northeast Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northeast Mesa area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Talise Apartments priced from $925. Mesa Station Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Northeast Mesa apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Talise Apartments1x1 579sf Classic1BR,1BA$925
Mesa Station ApartmentsGilbert2BR,1BA$975
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1,018
Delano ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,025
2032 N Hunt Cor2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,050
The Landry on 56thOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,052
Sands Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1,079
Connect on University ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,086
Falcon Glen1X11BR,1BA$1,089
Heather Brook Apt1 Bedr / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Mesa, AZ

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Mesa area is the $1.39 price per square foot 1044 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation Model at Astero Mesa East in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,449. The second greatest value Northeast Mesa apartment is the 1035 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation Model at Astero Mesa West starting at $1,449 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northeast Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Astero Mesa East1044 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation2BR,2BA$1.39
Astero Mesa West1035 2 Bed 2 Bath - Renovation2BR,2BA$1.40
San Fernando ApartmentsB1 MKT2BR,2BA$1.59
2032 N Hunt Cor2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.26
Citrus Highlands2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.56
The Polo ClubThe Jewel1BR,1BA$1.74
Genoa LakesCorsica1BR,1BA$1.71
Heather Brook Apartments1 Bedr / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.56
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1.70
Talise Apartments1x1 579sf Classic1BR,1BA$1.60

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Northeast Mesa, Mesa, AZ

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Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Mesa. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northeast Mesa Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northeast Mesa?

The cheapest apartment in Northeast Mesa is Talise Apartments which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Northeast Mesa costs $4,736.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northeast 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 Northeast 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 Northeast Mesa?

Cheap apartments in Northeast Mesa have an average cost of $119 which is $4,617 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northeast Mesa.

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