Cheap Homes for Rent in East Valley Neighborhood of Mesa, AZ from $600 (194 Rentals)

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property at 650 S 80th St

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650 S 80th St

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property at 124 S 54th St

124 S 54th St

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214 N Nielson St

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East Valley, Mesa, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Valley area of Mesa, AZ is a Studio unit found at The Link Apartments priced from $799. Tides on University has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $860. Here are the most affordable East Valley apartments for rent in Mesa, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Link ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$799
Tides on UniversityA1Studio,1BA$860
PennytreeS1RStudio,1BA$875
La Petite Chateau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Vue Nineteen 01One Bedroom - UTILITIES INCLUDED1BR,1BA$910
San Jose ManorStudioStudio,1BA$949
Sonoran Palms1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$949
WaterstoneStudio S1-380Studio,1BA$950
SunVilla Resort Apartments (55+)IndigoStudio,1BA$965

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Valley, AZ

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Valley area is the $1.32 price per square foot Three Bedroom Large Model at HUE97 in the in the South Phoenix neighborhood starting from $1,780. The second greatest value East Valley apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Scottsdale Serrento starting at $1,550 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Phoenix Vip Certificate neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
HUE97Three Bedroom Large3BR,3BA$1.32
Scottsdale SerrentoTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.29
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
North Country Club Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.37
Val Vista Gardens Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
The Davenport2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Valley

What type of rentals are currently available in East Valley?

There are currently 1524 Apartments for Rent in East Valley, AZ with pricing that ranges from $695 to $8,494. There are also 1696 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Valley ranging from $605 to $30,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Valley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Valley ranges from $605 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,095.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Valley?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Valley range from $1,425 to $8,369, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,325 to $28,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,680 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,886.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.