
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Michelle Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $600 (50 Rentals)
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1350 S Greenfield Rd, Unit 1017, Unit 1017

6440 E Alder Ave, Unit 101

6440 E Alder Ave

Argenta Apartments

The Groves

San Angelin Apartments

San Fernando Apartments

6319 E Avalon St

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The Traditions Apartments

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Lakeview at Superstition Springs

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Envision

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Stone Canyon

168 S 54th St

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1941 S Pierpont

520 S Greenfield Rd

Villas On Hampton Avenue

Mera Greenfield 55+ Active Adult

6535 E Superstition Springs Blvd, Unit 147

425 S Parkcrest, Unit 316, Unit 316

1941 S Pierpont, Unit 2035

1941 S Pierpont, Unit 1128

1941 S Pierpont, Unit 2075

1350 S Greenfield Rd
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Sunland North Apartments

306 S Recker Rd

345 S 58th St

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6325 E Avalon St

San Villante

201 S Greenfield Rd

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Solana

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San Piedra

125 S 56th St

1941 S PIERPONT Dr

4422 E Escondido Ave

47 N Maple

6535 E Superstition Springs Blvd

6001 E Southern Ave

Sonoma Landing

Serena Shores Apartments

4685 E Laurel Ave
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San Michelle, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Michelle?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Michelle Studio Apartments | $1,167 | $750 | $1,575 |
| San Michelle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $870 | $1,947 |
| San Michelle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,792 | $999 | $3,600 |
| San Michelle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,248 | $1,596 | $4,971 |
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Cheapest Available San Michelle Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Michelle area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Argenta Apartments priced from $1,119. San Angelin Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,167. Here are the most affordable San Michelle apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argenta Apartments | 1x1 Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
| San Angelin Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,167 |
| The Traditions Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| Lakeview at Superstition Springs | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,293 |
| Sonoma Landing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| MAA City Gate | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,328 |
| San Fernando Apartments | B1 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1,337 |
| Envision | 1x1 Titanium | 1BR,1BA | $1,346 |
| Stone Canyon | Prescott | 1BR,1BA | $1,369 |
| The Groves | B2 - 2 BR | 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,387 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Michelle, AZ
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Michelle area is the $1.53 price per square foot Rio Model at Serena Shores Apartments in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,031. The second greatest value San Michelle apartment is the C1 & C2 - 3 BR | 2 BA Model at The Groves starting at $1,596 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Michelle apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serena Shores Apartments | Rio | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| The Groves | C1 & C2 - 3 BR | 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Sonoma Landing | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| San Fernando Apartments | C 60% | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| San Piedra | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| San Villante | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| MAA City Gate | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Traditions Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Island Palms | Sand Palm | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Envision | 1x1 Titanium | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Michelle Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Michelle Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Michelle Apartment is $1,119 at Argenta Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Michelle Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Michelle is starting from $1,202 at Argenta Apartments.
What is the most affordable San Michelle Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Michelle Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Groves and starts from $1,596.
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