
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Second Mesa, AZ from $500 (31 Rentals)
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Woodlands Village Apartments

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Millpond Village Apartments

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The Summit at Flagstaff
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357 1st Ave

214 W Aspinwall St

116 E Second St

2920 N Center St

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Castle Rock Studios

5707 N Villa Cir
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908 1/2 N Humphreys St

2401 N West St

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Second Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Second Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Mesa Studio Apartments | $1,657 | $850 | $2,006 |
| Second Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $1,100 | $3,068 |
| Second Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,107 | $649 | $3,452 |
| Second Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,340 | $739 | $4,265 |
| Second Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $943 | $819 | $1,089 |
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Cheapest Available Second Mesa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Second Mesa, AZ is a 4 Beds unit found at Commons at Sawmill in the La Plaza Vieja neighborhood priced from $780. 116 E Second St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Second Mesa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commons at Sawmill | 4 Bed Unf Premium | 4BR,2BA | $780 |
| 116 E Second St | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Tanglewood Villas | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Winslow Apartment Companies | 1 bed 2 bath | 1BR,2BA | $1,150 |
| The Place At Forest Ridge | Tonto | Studio,1BA | $1,349 |
| Woodlands Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| University Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Highland Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Millpond Village Apartments | TWO Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Tapestry at Granville | Smokey Quartz | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Second Mesa, AZ and Nearby
As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Second Mesa area is the $0.60 price per square foot Four Bedroom Four Bath (by-the-bed) Model at Wavertree Apartments in the in the La Plaza Vieja neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Second Mesa apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Mountain Park Townhomes starting at $1,800 with a $1.52 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Second Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wavertree Apartments | Four Bedroom Four Bath (by-the-bed) | 4BR,4BA | $0.60 |
| Mountain Park Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Clear Creek Village | 2BR/2BA - 950 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Park Place Flagstaff | 2x2 Style 5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Aspen Leaf | 2 x 2 (860 SF) | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Commons at Sawmill | 2 Bed Furn Premium | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Tapestry at Granville | Amethyst (with Garage) | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Granite Mountain | Ponderosa | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Tanglewood Villas | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 116 E Second St | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Second Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Second Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Second Mesa is at The Place At Forest Ridge listed at $1,349.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Second Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Second Mesa Apartment is $950 at 116 E Second St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Second Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Second Mesa is starting from $939 at Commons at Sawmill.
What is the most affordable Second Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Second Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mountain Park Townhomes and starts from $1,800.
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