
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Mesquite Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX from $600 (11 Rentals)
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Downtown Mesquite, Mesquite, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Mesquite?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Mesquite Studio Apartments | $956 | $880 | $1,006 |
| Downtown Mesquite 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $845 | $2,257 |
| Downtown Mesquite 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $1,250 | $3,246 |
| Downtown Mesquite 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $1,610 | $1,795 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Mesquite Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Mesquite Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Mesquite area of Mesquite, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Anthem Mesquite priced from $845. Mesquite Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Downtown Mesquite apartments for rent in Mesquite, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem Mesquite | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Mesquite Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Prescott Place I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Falltree Apartments | A1 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $980 |
| Mission Ranch | 1x1Cc1T1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mesquite, TX
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mesquite area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3x2AR1T3 Model at Mission Ranch in the in the Emporium neighborhood starting from $1,937. The second greatest value Downtown Mesquite apartment is the B3 Model at Anthem Mesquite starting at $1,559 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Emporium neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Mesquite apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Ranch | 3x2AR1T3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Anthem Mesquite | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Infinity on Sunnyvale | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Magnolia at Mesquite Creek | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Heather Creek | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Mesquite Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Aria Residences | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Pine Oaks Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Falltree Apartments | A1 Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $1.96 |
| Prescott Place I | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Mesquite Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Mesquite?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Mesquite is under $1,129.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Mesquite?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Mesquite is Anthem Mesquite which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Downtown Mesquite costs $7,965.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 6 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Mesquite?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Mesquite have an average cost of $334 which is $7,631 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Mesquite.
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