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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mesa, AZ

Pricing Updated: 04/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Mesa, AZ area range in price from $600 to $30,000 with an overall median price of $9,253. The three Mesa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Riverview at $995, Country Club at $995, and Dobson at $700. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mesa Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Riverview$2,277$99514
Country Club$2,300$9957
Dobson$3,600$70024
East Mesa$3,600$700127
Central Mesa$5,000$605183
East Valley$18,000$6001139
Red Mountain$30,000$70075

Cheapest Available Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mesa, AZ is a Studio unit found at The Link Apartments in the South Phoenix neighborhood priced from $799. Tides on University in the South Phoenix neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $860. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mesa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Link ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$799
Tides on UniversityA1Studio,1BA$860
PennytreeS1RStudio,1BA$875
La Petite Chateau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
The CliffordS1Studio,1BA$906
Vue Nineteen 01One Bedroom - UTILITIES INCLUDED1BR,1BA$910
San Jose ManorStudioStudio,1BA$949
Sonoran Palms1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$949
WaterstoneStudio S1-380Studio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesa, AZ

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mesa area is the $0.59 price per square foot Furnished Townhome Model at Lofts on 8th | Student Housing in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $1,099. The second greatest value Mesa apartment is the Three Bedroom Large Model at HUE97 starting at $1,780 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts on 8th | Student HousingFurnished Townhome4BR,4.5BA$0.59
HUE97Three Bedroom Large3BR,3BA$1.32
Tierra Antigua ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.32
Glen at Mesa2 Bed 2 Bath - B12BR,2BA$1.27
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.12
Lindsay PalmsBahama2BR,1BA$1.34
454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Val Vista Gardens Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
Gilbert Square ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.25
Gateway at Tempe2x2 L Renovated2BR,2BA$1.36

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Mesa Overview

Mesa is a great home for lovers of the rugged outdoors and diverse cultures alike. It is a place where history comes to life, with temperate weather and friendly people. And being part of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area means that you are never far from even more adventures in the big city.

Why live in Mesa, AZ?

Mesa is temperate and diverse suburb of the Phoenix Metropolitan area, allowing residents to enjoy big city proximity with the benefits of a smaller city. There are numerous museums, art centers, and other cultural institutions. Mesa is also home to branch campuses of a wide variety of universities, allowing residents countless educational opportunities. Those who enjoy golf will love the Mesa Country Club whereas shoppers can delight in the constantly-expanding malls and retail centers of the city.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mesa, AZ

Ranked #4

Among cities in Arizona for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Mesa, AZ

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mesa is at The Link Apartments listed at $799.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mesa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mesa Apartment is $899 at The Link Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mesa is starting from $1,025 at Mesa Station Apartments.

What is the most affordable Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Link Apartments and starts from $1,425.

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