Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Villa Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $900 (54 Rentals)

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property at 1651 S Dobson Rd

1651 S Dobson Rd

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property at 1718 S Longmore

1718 S Longmore

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property at 1248 S Vineyard

1248 S Vineyard

MesaAZ85210
property at 1362 S Vineyard

1362 S Vineyard

MesaAZ85210

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property at 445 S Dobson Rd

445 S Dobson Rd

MesaAZ85202

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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property at 949 S Longmore

949 S Longmore

MesaAZ85202
property at 445 S Dobson Rd

445 S Dobson Rd

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1620 W Southern Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1620 W Southern Ave

1620 W Southern AveMesa, AZ 85202

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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property at 1248 S Vineyard

1248 S Vineyard

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949 S Longmore

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The Cove
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Cove

542 S Extension RdMesa, AZ 85210
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property at 949 S Longmore

949 S Longmore

MesaAZ85202
property at 445 S Dobson Rd

445 S Dobson Rd

MesaAZ85202

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Villa Mesa, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Villa Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Villa Mesa area of Phoenix, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at District at Fiesta Park priced from $948. The Place at El Prado has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $984. Here are the most affordable Villa Mesa apartments for rent in Phoenix, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
District at Fiesta ParkA1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$948
The Place at El PradoA11BR,1BA$984
Sorrento ApartmentsOne-Bedroom, One-Bathroom (A)1BR,1BA$995
Emerald ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Aspire MesaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Westmount at Urban TrailsS1Studio,1BA$1,025
The JuliaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,026
Del Coronado1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A21BR,1BA$1,034
ShorebirdUnfurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,059
Fiesta Village Furnished - Utilities IncludedStudio Furnished incl UtilitiesStudio,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Villa Mesa, AZ

As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Villa Mesa area is the $1.59 price per square foot C2 Model at The Place at El Prado in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $2,301. The second greatest value Villa Mesa apartment is the B1 Model at Avenue 8 starting at $1,346 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Villa Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Place at El PradoC23BR,2BA$1.59
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.22
Landing at Fiesta Village2x2-10482BR,2BA$1.62
VillettaB3 Signature2BR,2BA$1.49
Clare Feldstadt ITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Villa Fiesta1x1 7701BR,1BA$1.62
Del Coronado1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A11BR,1BA$1.41
The JuliaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.45
Verona Park1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$1.55
District at Fiesta ParkA1 - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.52

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Villa Mesa, Mesa, AZ

Ranked #29

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Villa Mesa Neighborhood in Mesa, AZ

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Villa Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Villa Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Villa Mesa is at Emerald Apartments listed at $995.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Villa Mesa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Villa Mesa Apartment is $948 at District at Fiesta Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Villa Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Villa Mesa is starting from $1,100 at Sorrento Apartments.

What is the most affordable Villa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Villa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Exchange on the 8 and starts from $1,817.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Experts Guide to the Top 10 Budget Friendly Neighborhoods in Phoenix, AZ

Written by: Andrew Jollett

I'm Andrew, your ApartmHomeLiving.com local expert for Phoenix. My earliest memories of Phoenix date back to the mid-2000s when 2 of my sisters moved there (one for work and the other for school).

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.