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1950 S Saguaro Cir

1764 W Lindner Ave

1206 E Redfield Rd

6360 E Ivy St

6360 E Ivy St

535 S Temple St

2221 W Farmdale Ave

2551 S Entwistle St

1939 E Concorda Dr
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454 S Stapley Dr

16 1/2 S 81st St

400 N Plaza Dr

650 S 80th St

529 S Bellview

2512 E Main St

1718 S Longmore

7924 S Kenwood Ln, Unit Cottage

1865 N Spring

1340 N Recker Rd
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650 S 80th St

2134 E Broadway Rd

1101 N Wedgewood Dr

641 S Morris

260 W 8th Ave

424 W Brown Rd

1522 E Southern Ave

8922 E Albany St

1960 E Don Carlos

260 W 8th Ave
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2266 W Ella St

303 S Recker Rd

9316 E Balsam Ave

2460 E Main St

3029 E Cicero St

510 N Alma School Rd

124 S 54th St

600 S Dobson Rd

1625 N Date

1620 E Apache Blvd
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7807 E Main St

520 N Stapley Dr

286 W Palomino Dr

1861 E University Dr

8443 E Coronado Rd

416 N Roca

316 S Allen

1811 E Apache Blvd

4633 E Caballero St

1811 E Apache Blvd
Mesa, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Mesa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,842 | $1,050 | $3,500 |
Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,586 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,278 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,441 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Mesa 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,165 | $700 | $10,000+ |
Mesa 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,499 | $7,999 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mesa, AZ
Pricing Updated: 05/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the Mesa, AZ area range in price from $695 to $15,237 with an overall median price of $2,954. The three Mesa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Riverview at $865, Red Mountain at $1,000, and Country Club at $899. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mesa Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Riverview | $2,345 | $865 | 108 |
Red Mountain | $2,549 | $1,000 | 129 |
Country Club | $2,560 | $899 | 93 |
Dobson | $3,000 | $975 | 248 |
East Mesa | $3,075 | $950 | 437 |
Central Mesa | $3,575 | $695 | 1102 |
East Valley | $3,575 | $695 | 3905 |
Cheapest Available Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mesa, AZ is a Studio unit found at The Clifford in the Central Mesa neighborhood priced from $755. Tides on University in the South Phoenix neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $865. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mesa apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Clifford | S1 | Studio,1BA | $755 |
Tides on University | S1 C | Studio,1BA | $865 |
Villetta Apartment Homes | S1 | Studio,1BA | $893 |
The Link Apartments | One Bedroom West | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
La Petite Chateau Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Sonoran Palms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Gilbert Square Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Pennytree | S1R | Studio,1BA | $925 |
San Jose Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $949 |
Country Club Verandas | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 456 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mesa, AZ
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mesa area is the $0.53 price per square foot Furnished Townhome Model at Lofts on 8th | Student Housing in the in the Downtown Tempe neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Mesa apartment is the Four Bedroom Model at HUE97 starting at $2,023 with a $1.31 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lofts on 8th | Student Housing | Furnished Townhome | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.53 |
HUE97 | Four Bedroom | 4BR,4BA | $1.31 |
Glen at Mesa | 2 Bed 2 Bath - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Avenue 8 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Lindsay Palms | Bahama | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
454 West Brown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
The Davenport | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Gateway at Tempe | 2x2 L Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Clare Feldstadt II | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
333 N. Higley Rd. Mesa AZ. 85205 | 1x1 - C | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mesa
What type of rentals are currently available in Mesa?
There are currently 1190 Apartments for Rent in Mesa, AZ with pricing that ranges from $650 to $10,335. There are also 967 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mesa ranging from $700 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mesa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mesa ranges from $700 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,087.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mesa?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mesa range from $840 to $9,639, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $650.
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