Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Mesa Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $600 (104 Rentals)

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Central Mesa, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Mesa area of Mesa, AZ is a Studio unit found at Sonoran Palms priced from $829. Pennytree has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Central Mesa apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sonoran PalmsStudioStudio,1BA$829
PennytreeS1RStudio,1BA$875
Central on BroadwayAStudio,1BA$882
Buenas North Harris Apartments1X1 Sm1BR,1BA$891
Tides on UniversityA1Studio,1BA$895
Sunset MesaStudioStudio,1BA$899
La Petite Chateau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Terra VidaSAStudio,1BA$918
Mark at 87 ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$949

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Mesa, AZ

As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Mesa area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhouse Model at Riverview Townhomes in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Central Mesa apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 Model at Glen at Mesa starting at $1,470 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the South Phoenix neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverview Townhomes2 Bed 2 Bath Townhouse2BR,2BA$1.48
Glen at Mesa2 Bed 2 Bath - B12BR,2BA$1.33
Avenue 8B12BR,2BA$1.11
Town & Country2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.31
Candela ParkRenovated 2 Bedroom - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.47
North Country Club Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.37
454 West Brown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Heather Brook Apt2 Bedr / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.46
The Manhattan2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.31
Verona Park1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$1.46

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Mesa. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Central Mesa Neighborhood in Mesa, AZ

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 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 Central Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Mesa is at Sonoran Palms listed at $829.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Mesa Apartment is $891 at Buenas North Harris Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Mesa is starting from $1,010 at Mesa Station Apartments.

What is the most affordable Central Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Link and starts from $1,475.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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