
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Mesa, ID from $500 (40 Rentals)
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Hope Plaza

Silver Bay Apartments

Haven on State

Boulder Creek

Northview Apartment Homes

Edgewater Apartments

Renaissance at Hobble Creek
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AERIE AT EAGLE

Mason Creek Apartments

Selway

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Tauri
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Retreat at Silvercloud

Star Crest Ranch

Village at Crystal Springs

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Prelude at Paramount

Arbor Crossing

Modern Craftsman - Black Cat

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The Lakes at Eagle

Eagle River Apartments
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Linder Springs Townhomes

Cougar Crossing

475 E Jefferson

425 SE 2nd St

288 NW 1st St

1119 Lincoln Ave

Lexington Sky

Tilian
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Canyon Crossing

112 W Park Ave

Catalpa Residences

Pleasures Properties

841 Beverly Hills Dr

Summerwinds Townhomes

The Clara Apartments

Four Points Retreat
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Mesa, ID Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Studio Apartments | $1,690 | $1,342 | $1,807 |
| Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,858 | $544 | $3,960 |
| Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $620 | $3,995 |
| Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $709 | $2,971 |
| Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,824 | $2,678 | $3,118 |
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Cheapest Available Mesa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mesa, ID is a 1 Bed unit found at Silver Bay Apartments in the West Bench neighborhood priced from $1,278. Tilian in the Caldwell neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,345. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mesa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Bay Apartments | Alta | 1BR,1BA | $1,278 |
| Tilian | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,345 |
| Sleepy Hollow Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,2BA | $1,450 |
| AERIE AT EAGLE | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Mason Creek Apartments | Creek | 2BR,2BA | $1,499 |
| Edgewater Apartments | 1BR X 1BA Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Star Crest Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
| Village at Crystal Springs | Studio 518 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,602 |
| The Clara Apartments | B1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,623 |
| Kensington Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,630 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesa, ID and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mesa area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3A Townhome Model at BB Living The Oaks in the in the Outer Meridian neighborhood starting from $2,584. The second greatest value Mesa apartment is the C1- 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Prelude at Paramount starting at $2,218 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the West Cloverdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB Living The Oaks | 3A Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
| Prelude at Paramount | C1- 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Olivia Apartments | 3x2-1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Cougar Crossing | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| The Lakes at Eagle | 2x2 BHI | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Mason Creek Apartments | Creek | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Sleepy Hollow Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| The Clara Apartments | B1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| AERIE AT EAGLE | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Silver Bay Apartments | Coastal | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mesa is at Tilian listed at $1,345.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mesa Apartment is $1,378 at Silver Bay Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mesa is starting from $1,499 at Mason Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sleepy Hollow Apartments and starts from $1,750.
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