
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Mesquite Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX from $556 (388 Rentals)
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Outer Mesquite, Mesquite, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Mesquite?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Mesquite Studio Apartments | $1,055 | $556 | $2,645 |
| Outer Mesquite 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $590 | $3,949 |
| Outer Mesquite 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $696 | $5,624 |
| Outer Mesquite 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,007 | $819 | $9,255 |
| Outer Mesquite 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,973 | $1,549 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 388 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Mesquite Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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Cheapest Available Outer Mesquite Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Mesquite area of Dallas, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Mondello priced from $618. Eastgrove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $660. Here are the most affordable Outer Mesquite apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mondello | A1 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $618 |
| Eastgrove Apartments | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
| East Town | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Eclipse Of White Rock | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Claro Court Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Birch Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $733 |
| Harwell Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $741 |
| Halston | E1 | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Oaks at Duck Creek | E1 | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Bridgeport | Ranger | 1BR,1BA | $748 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Mesquite, TX
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Mesquite area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at East Town in the in the East Dallas neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Outer Mesquite apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Hamilton Village starting at $1,180 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Deep Ellum neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Mesquite apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Town | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Hamilton Village | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Park Highlands | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Sterlingshire | Baker | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Marshall | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Mondello | A1 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Hilton Head | Atlantis | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Estara | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Sykes Squared Reiger | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Eclipse Of White Rock | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Mesquite Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Mesquite?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Mesquite is under $748.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Mesquite?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Mesquite is The Mondello which is listed at $618, while the average apartment in Outer Mesquite costs $1,289.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer 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 219 regular apartments in Outer 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 Outer Mesquite?
Cheap apartments in Outer Mesquite have an average cost of $331 which is $958 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Mesquite.
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