
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Mesquite Neighborhood of Mesquite, TX from $500 (305 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Mesquite area of Mesquite.


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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 | $1,074 | $556 | $1,870 |
| Outer Mesquite 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $569 | $3,360 |
| Outer Mesquite 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $696 | $4,175 |
| Outer Mesquite 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $819 | $5,450 |
| Outer Mesquite 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,428 | $1,547 | $5,879 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 305 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 Harwell Apartments priced from $569. Iron Landings has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable Outer Mesquite apartments for rent in Dallas, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harwell Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $569 |
| Iron Landings | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| Harper Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| The Elise | AJ1 | 1BR,1BA | $606 |
| Eastgrove | A1 Premium | 1BR,1BA | $649 |
| Woodside Flats | E2 | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Cityscape | Uptown - Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Tides on Park Lane | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $714 |
| Bella Vida | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $714 |
| The Watermark | E1 | Studio,1BA | $721 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Mesquite, TX
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer 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 Outer Mesquite apartment is the 3/2 Model at Villa Del Ray starting at $1,325 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Pleasant Grove 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estara | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Villa Del Ray | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Hilton Head | Augusta | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Bella Vista Sol | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| San Benito | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Rio Estates Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| The Annex | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Eclipse Of White Rock | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Harper Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Harwell Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Dallas, Texas. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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 $721.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Mesquite?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Mesquite is Harwell Apartments which is listed at $569, while the average apartment in Outer Mesquite costs $5,767.
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 623 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 $554 which is $5,213 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Mesquite.
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