
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mesquite, TX from $600 (147 Rentals)
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Mesquite, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mesquite?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Mesquite Studio Apartments | $970 | $745 | $1,278 |
Cheap Mesquite 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $670 | $5,425 |
Cheap Mesquite 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $794 | $5,747 |
Cheap Mesquite 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $1,063 | $4,016 |
Cheap Mesquite 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,170 | $1,798 | $9,240 |
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Mesquite, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mesquite, TX
Pricing Updated: 07/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Mesquite, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mesquite Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Mesquite | $7,870 | $850 | 95 |
Greater Mesquite | $10,900 | $509 | 4648 |
Cheapest Available Mesquite Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mesquite, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Harper Apartments in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood priced from $629. Harwell Apartments in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $654. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mesquite apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Harper Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $629 |
Harwell Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $654 |
Creekstone | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $745 |
The Republics: West + East | 1 Bed 1 Bth | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
Crossroads East II - NEW | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Vantage Point Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
Iron Landings | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Halston | E1 | Studio,1BA | $805 |
Villa Apartments | University | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
Claro Court | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $816 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesquite, TX
As of July 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mesquite area is the $1.25 price per square foot The Chalet Model at The Summit Apartments in the in the Emporium neighborhood starting from $1,452. The second greatest value Mesquite apartment is the Lovers Model at Villa Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the East Dallas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mesquite apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Summit Apartments | The Chalet | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
Villa Apartments | Lovers | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Eclipse Of White Rock | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Estancia Hills | B-1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Crossroads East II - NEW | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Bella Vista Sol | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
LBJ Garden Villas | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
The Annex | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Harwell Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Harper Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Mesquite Overview
Mesquite is a city in the outskirts of Dallas. It is ideal for people looking for a place to settle as it has fine weather throughout the year. Mesquite apartments have all the facilities one would require for comfortable living. With the availability of many options, it is easy to find something to suit your needs.
Why live in Mesquite, TX?
Mesquite is an ideal choice for settlement. It has a vibrant community that is accommodating and friendly. The city has all the amenities one needs to live away from the fast paced life in bigger cities. Both single people and families have a place in the community as Mesquite apartments are designed to their specific needs. As the population grows, the authorities in the city have provided social facilities to match the growth. Schools, hospitals, and shopping malls are located conveniently to allow all the residents to access them easily.
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Ranked #40
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Mesquite, TX
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mesquite Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mesquite?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mesquite is under $816.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mesquite?
The cheapest apartment in Mesquite is Harper Apartments which is listed at $629, while the average apartment in Mesquite costs $9,385.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mesquite?
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 686 regular apartments in Mesquite 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 Mesquite?
Cheap apartments in Mesquite have an average cost of $529 which is $8,856 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mesquite.
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