Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Mesa Neighborhood of Palm Springs, CA from $800 (3 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Mesa area of Palm Springs.
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The Mesa, Palm Springs, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mesa Studio Apartments | $1,739 | $1,500 | $2,817 |
| The Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $1,378 | $2,337 |
| The Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $1,725 | $2,707 |
| The Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $2,341 | $2,636 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Mesa Neighborhood of Palm Springs, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Mesa, CA
As of December 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Mesa area is the $1.88 price per square foot 2 Bed Room Model at South Palm Springs Desert Resort in the in the South Palm Springs neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value The Mesa apartment is the The Scarlet Model at Park Apartments starting at $1,900 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the South Palm Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Palm Springs Desert Resort | 2 Bed Room | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Park Apartments | The Scarlet | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Villa Boutique Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Sage Courtyard | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Mojave Blue | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Tahquitz Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Cielo at Palm Springs | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| La Ventana Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| 967 E Camino Parocela, Unit 1 | 967 E Camino Parocela | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 29Hundred Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
Getting Around the The Mesa Neighborhood in Palm Springs, CA
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Mesa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in The Mesa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in The Mesa is under $1,900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in The Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in The Mesa is The Float which is listed at $1,495, while the average apartment in The Mesa costs $2,363.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in The Mesa?
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 4 regular apartments in The Mesa 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 The Mesa?
Cheap apartments in The Mesa have an average cost of $882 which is $1,481 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in The Mesa.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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