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Mesquite, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mesquite, TX

Pricing Updated: 12/09/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Mesquite$7,707$816107
Greater Mesquite$13,500$5096540

Cheapest Available Mesquite Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mesquite, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Harwell Apartments in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood priced from $569. Iron Landings in the South Garland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mesquite apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harwell ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$569
Iron LandingsA11BR,1BA$599
The EliseAJ11BR,1BA$623
Harper ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$674
Eclipse Of White Rock1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$725
EastgroveA1 Upgraded1BR,1BA$750
Vantage Point ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$770
The PlaceA21BR,1BA$790
Bella Vista Pointe ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$795
The Summit ApartmentsThe Alpine1BR,1BA$797

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesquite, TX

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mesquite area is the $1.15 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Estara in the in the South Garland neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Mesquite apartment is the C1 Model at Meadowbrook starting at $1,670 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Rose Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mesquite apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Estara3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.15
MeadowbrookC13BR,2BA$1.31
Crestshire VillageC1 50/603BR,2BA$1.25
The Summit ApartmentsThe Aspen2BR,2BA$1.18
Bella Vista SolB22BR,1.5BA$1.06
Villa ApartmentsUniversity1BR,1BA$1.17
The AnnexA11BR,1BA$1.26
Mesquite Village Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Flat1BR,1BA$1.27
Eclipse Of White Rock1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.14
Harwell ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.07

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

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Dallas, TX

Learn about the best Dallas neighborhoods for student renters by our Dallas, TX Local Expert Tiffany Clark

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Mesquite, TX

Ranked #37

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mesquite

What type of rentals are currently available in Mesquite?

There are currently 260 Apartments for Rent in Mesquite, TX with pricing that ranges from $556 to $13,121. There are also 666 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mesquite ranging from $470 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mesquite?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mesquite ranges from $470 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,650.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mesquite?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mesquite range from $819 to $3,353, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $728 to $4,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,599.

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