
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mountain Mesa, CA from $400 (55 Rentals)
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Harmony Court

Springwood Court

Santa Fe

Terrace West Apartments

The Sunset Apartments

Del Pine Terrace

Sunrise Apartments

Casa Real Apartments

Terrace East Apartment Homes
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The Rowan Apartments

Park Sorrento

8676 Entrada Blvd

Serena Vista Apartments LLC

Whispering Meadows Apartments and Suites

Serramonte Park

Stonemark

Belcourt Apartment Homes

Villa Sienna Apartment Homes

Vantage Point Apartments
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Canyon Creek Apartments

Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes

Shadow Ridge Apartments

Country Club Vista

The Grove Apartments

Valley Springs

Northview Meadows

1419 Jefferson St

327 Beardsley Ave

Vineyard Apartments
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Camellia Village Apartments

Santa Clarita Apartments

Riverview

Pacific Terrace

King's Arms

K Street Apartments

G Street Apartments

Isabella Lake Homes

415 Arvin St

The Orchard Apartments
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6513 Ash Ave

6521 Valley Ave

1919 Lacey St

918 Monterey St

709 Francis St

421 Eye St

Sierra Vista Apartments

The Venetian Apartments

6112 Norman Ct

805 Apple St
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Mountain Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mountain Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Mesa Studio Apartments | $1,040 | $883 | $1,110 |
| Mountain Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $441 | $1,975 |
| Mountain Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $507 | $2,300 |
| Mountain Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $596 | $2,565 |
| Mountain Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $1,374 | $1,374 |
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Cheapest Available Mountain Mesa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mountain Mesa, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Auburn Vista in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood priced from $441. Harmony Court in the Fruitvale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $794. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountain Mesa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $441 |
| Harmony Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $794 |
| Springwood Court | Great Location! | Studio,1BA | $883 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Pacific Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Casa Real Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Rowan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Sunset Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Del Pine Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Serena Vista Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain Mesa, CA and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mountain Mesa area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 bed Model at 1419 Jefferson St in the in the East Bakersfield neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Mountain Mesa apartment is the The Aspen Model at Oak Park starting at $1,945 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Polo Grounds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountain Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1419 Jefferson St | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Oak Park | The Aspen | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Country Club Vista | Two Bedroom 1 bath (Upstairs) | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Northview Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Serramonte Park | Toscana | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Villa Sienna Apartment Homes | Marbella | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| The Rowan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Harmony Court | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mountain Mesa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountain Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountain Mesa Apartment is $441 at Auburn Vista.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mountain Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mountain Mesa is starting from $507 at Auburn Vista.
What is the most affordable Mountain Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mountain Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Auburn Vista and starts from $596.
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