
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mesa Heights Neighborhood of Yuma, AZ from $500 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mesa Heights area of Yuma.


Beach Club Apartments

Hayden Square

Pepperwood

Baja Castle Apartments
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Tumbleweed Park

2185 S Maple Ave

1850 S 8th Ave

Yuma Home Park

Verde Pointe Apartments
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Adobe Casitas

Virginia Manor Apartments

11th Avenue Apartments

Westbluff Manor

Holiday Apartments
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Rainbow Apartments
Mesa Heights, Yuma, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mesa Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Heights Studio Apartments | $936 | $770 | $992 |
| Mesa Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $974 | $918 | $1,065 |
| Mesa Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,204 | $870 | $1,327 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mesa Heights Neighborhood of Yuma, AZ.
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Cheapest Available Mesa Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mesa Heights area of Yuma, AZ is a Studio unit found at Pepperwood priced from $775. Virginia Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Mesa Heights apartments for rent in Yuma, AZ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperwood | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Virginia Manor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| El Encanto | One Bedroom | One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $918 |
| Hayden Square | The Verde | Studio,1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesa Heights, AZ
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mesa Heights area is the $1.47 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at Virginia Manor Apartments in the in the West View neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Mesa Heights apartment is the The Verde Model at Hayden Square starting at $970 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the West View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mesa Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Manor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Hayden Square | The Verde | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
| Pepperwood | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.55 |
| El Encanto | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mesa Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mesa Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mesa Heights is at Pepperwood listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mesa Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mesa Heights Apartment is $850 at Virginia Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mesa Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mesa Heights is starting from $1,260 at El Encanto.
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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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