
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Mesquite Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX from $660 (21 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 | $1,008 | $950 | $1,220 |
| Downtown Mesquite 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,083 | $767 | $1,300 |
| Downtown Mesquite 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $1,022 | $1,749 |
| Downtown Mesquite 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,823 | $1,473 | $2,353 |
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There are currently 21 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 Aria Residences priced from $767. Pine Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Downtown Mesquite apartments for rent in Mesquite, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aria Residences | Aria-A1R | 1BR,1BA | $767 |
| Pine Oaks Apartments | Pine-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Prescott Place I | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| Falltree Apartments | A1 Classic | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Heather Creek | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mesquite, TX
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mesquite area is the $1.68 price per square foot C2A Model at Heather Creek in the in the Emporium neighborhood starting from $1,997. The second greatest value Downtown Mesquite apartment is the Pine-B2 Model at Pine Oaks Apartments starting at $1,367 with a $1.44 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heather Creek | C2A | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Pine Oaks Apartments | Pine-B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Aria Residences | Aria-B2R | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Mission Ranch | 1x1CR1T3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Magnolia at Mesquite Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Infinity on Sunnyvale | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Mesquite Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Prescott Place I | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
| Foxwood | 0BR/1BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
| Falltree Apartments | A1 Classic | 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 $1,254.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Mesquite?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Mesquite is Aria Residences which is listed at $767, while the average apartment in Downtown Mesquite costs $1,247.
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 $1,053 which is $194 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Mesquite.
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