Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $600 (24 Rentals)

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3403 E Main St

MesaAZ85213

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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5925 E University DrMesa, AZ 85205
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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 Gilbert Square Apartments priced from $941. Mesa Station Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $958. Here are the most affordable Northeast Mesa apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$941
Mesa Station ApartmentsBroadway1BR,1BA$958
Talise Apartments1x1 579sf Classic1BR,1BA$975
333 N. Higley Rd. Mesa AZ. 852051x11BR,1BA$1,025
Delano ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,069

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Mesa, AZ

As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Mesa area is the $1.57 price per square foot B1 MKT Model at San Fernando Apartments in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Northeast Mesa apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Citrus Highland Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.53 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.
San Fernando ApartmentsB1 MKT2BR,2BA$1.57
Citrus Highland Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.53
Reflections at Red Mountain2 Bed /1 Bath Classic2BR,1BA$1.75
The Polo ClubThe Jewel1BR,1BA$1.74
Genoa LakesCorsica1BR,1BA$1.68
333 N. Higley Rd. Mesa AZ. 852051x11BR,1BA$1.46
Astero Mesa East700 1 Bed 1 Bath - Upgrade1BR,1BA$1.71
Mesa Station ApartmentsMcKellips2BR,1BA$1.71
Gilbert Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1.68
Talise Apartments1x1 579sf Classic1BR,1BA$1.68

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Northeast Mesa, Mesa, AZ

Ranked #48

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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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 Gilbert Square Apartments which is listed at $928, while the average apartment in Northeast Mesa costs $12,447.

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 49 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 $264 which is $12,183 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northeast Mesa.

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