
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverview Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $700 (34 Rentals)
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Sonoran Palms

Country Club Verandas

Aster on University

465 W Ivyglen St, Unit (21) #242

553 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Unit 202

Avia 266

465 W Ivyglen St, Unit 112
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555 W Rio Salado Pkwy

555 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Unit 202

1050 W University Dr, Unit 202

424 W Brown Rd

Club 715

Country Club Greens

Cabrillo Pointe

Country Club Commons
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The Bronte East

Hampton Court

The Oaks Apartments

465 W Ivyglen St

607 W Rio Salado Pkwy

450 W 6th St

1625 N Date
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602 N May

540 N May

Waylon Desert Haven

Luxe 1930

Riverview Townhomes

1455 N Alma School Rd

2401 E Rio Salado Pkwy
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2694 E Oakleaf Dr

The Retreat at Rio Salado
Riverview, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Studio Apartments | $1,079 | $832 | $3,734 |
| Riverview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,252 | $814 | $4,953 |
| Riverview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $1,025 | $6,850 |
| Riverview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $1,357 | $1,925 |
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Cheapest Available Riverview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverview area of Mesa, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sonoran Palms priced from $849. Aster on University has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Riverview apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonoran Palms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| Aster on University | A1 C | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Avia 266 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
| The Link Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bath East - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,064 |
| The Oaks Apartments | B11 | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Country Club Verandas | B1: 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,296 |
| Club 715 | 2x2 U | 2BR,2BA | $1,399 |
| Waylon Desert Haven | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,415 |
| Riverview Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1,475 |
| IMT Riverview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,608 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverview, AZ
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverview area is the $1.61 price per square foot Wrigley Model at The Retreat at Rio Salado in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,960. The second greatest value Riverview apartment is the B1 Model at Waylon Desert Haven starting at $1,415 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Rio Salado | Wrigley | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Waylon Desert Haven | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Club 715 | 2x2 U | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Riverview Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| The Link Apartments | Three Bedroom, One Bath - Classic | 3BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| IMT Riverview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| The Oaks Apartments | B11 | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Country Club Verandas | B1: 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Aster on University | A1 C | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Sonoran Palms | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverview Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverview?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverview is under $1,608.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverview?
The cheapest apartment in Riverview is Sonoran Palms which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Riverview costs $1,599.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverview?
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 3 regular apartments in Riverview that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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