
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Mesa Neighborhood of Palm Springs, CA from $950 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Mesa area of Palm Springs.


700 N Riverside Dr

Latitude 33

The Modern Cactus

1674 Vía Salida

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Mojave Blue

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29Hundred Apartments

Sage Courtyard
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133 Ocotillo Ave, Unit 1

Cielo at Palm Springs

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Canyon Villas Place

1655 E Palm Canyon Dr

San Jacinto Racquet Club

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Canyon Villas

1900 E Baristo Rd

514 E Calle Roca

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Gallery Apartments

2290 S Palm Canyon Dr

Ocotillo Apartments
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The Float

464 S. Calle Encilia

Twin Palms Apartments

1400 E. Palm Canyon Dr.

Cameo Villa

285 S Saturmino Dr

Avenida Ortega -474

1500 S Camino Real
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1655 E Palm Canyon Dr

Ramon Apartments

622 S. Warm Sands Dr.

1631 S Cerritos Dr

2001 E Camino Parocela

1111 E Palm Canyon Dr

Bermuda Palms Apartments

2700 E Mesquite Ave
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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 | $1,660 | $1,365 | $2,451 |
| The Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,857 | $1,429 | $2,212 |
| The Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,800 | $4,372 |
| The Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,805 | $2,495 | $3,295 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Mesa Neighborhood of Palm Springs, CA.
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Cheapest Available The Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Mesa area of Palm Springs, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1900 E Baristo Rd priced from $1,295. La Ventana Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,365. Here are the most affordable The Mesa apartments for rent in Palm Springs, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 E Baristo Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| La Ventana Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Latitude 33 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| The Modern Cactus | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Mojave Blue | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| The Float | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 1400 E. Palm Canyon Dr. | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 29Hundred Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| Sage Courtyard | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Tahquitz Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Mesa, CA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Mesa area is the $1.60 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Canyon Villas Place in the in the Deepwell Estates neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value The Mesa apartment is the The Desert Rose 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Villas Place | 1 Bedroom 2 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Park Apartments | The Desert Rose | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Desert Boutique Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| San Jacinto Racquet Club | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 1400 E. Palm Canyon Dr. | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1655 E Palm Canyon Dr | 1655 E Palm Canyon Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Sage Courtyard | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Mojave Blue | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Tahquitz Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 1900 E Baristo Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Mesa is at Latitude 33 listed at $1,545.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Mesa Apartment is $1,295 at 1900 E Baristo Rd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Mesa is starting from $1,686 at La Ventana Apartments.
What is the most affordable The Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at San Jacinto Racquet Club and starts from $2,470.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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