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Apartments for Rent in Mesa, AZ

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Average rent in Mesa, Arizona

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Mesa is $1,389, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,645. Rent rates updated 2 days ago
Studio
$1,144
1 Bed
$1,389
2 Beds
$1,645
3+ Beds
$2,286
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List

Top neighborhoods in Mesa

Leisure World

Leisure World

What it’s like to live in Leisure World

Leisure World offers resort-style living for active adults 55+ where this established gated community combines extensive recreational amenities with age-restricted housing in eastern Mesa. Residents enjoy championship golf, multiple pools, and organized social activities creating built-in community connections increasingly valued by seniors seeking active retirement environments. Association rules create more regulated experiences than typical rental communities with specific aesthetic standards, but those seeking predictable surroundings appreciate both the maintained facilities and remarkable value compared to similar age-restricted communities in California despite comparable amenities but requiring personal comfort with structured community governance.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
Dobson Ranch

Dobson Ranch

What it’s like to live in Dobson Ranch

Dobson Ranch features established homes surrounding multiple lakes and a golf course in western Mesa. Rental properties often include water views, community pools, and desert-adaptive landscaping throughout this mature planned community. The neighborhood provides excellent access to both Superstition Freeway connections and shopping along Southern Avenue, creating convenient positioning for households working throughout the southeastern Phoenix metropolitan area.
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Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
Mesa Grande

Mesa Grande

What it’s like to live in Mesa Grande

Desert beauty surrounds Mesa Grande, where the Superstition Mountains create dramatic sunrise backdrops and stargazing opportunities in clear night skies. Residents enjoy Usery Mountain Regional Park's hiking trails just minutes away, with many homes featuring xeriscaped yards that celebrate rather than fight the desert environment. Though summer temperatures regularly exceed 110°F, thoughtfully-designed outdoor living spaces with misters and shade structures extend usable outdoor time. The neighborhood's established citrus trees provide unexpected greenery and seasonal harvests.
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Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial

Find an apartment for rent in Mesa, AZ

Searching for an apartment for rent in Mesa, AZ? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 406 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Mesa. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Mesa is $1,144 for a studio, $1,389 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $1,645 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

Tired of browsing? Take our personalized quiz. You’ll answer a couple of simple questions and we’ll put together a list of Mesa apartments that are best for you. We’ll also factor in your commute, budget, and preferred amenities. Looking for a pet-friendly rental, or an apartment with in-unit washer and dryer? No problem, we’ll provide you with apartments that match that criteria.

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Mesa Rent Report: April 2025

Welcome to the Apartment List April 2025 Rent Report for Mesa, AZ. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,343, roughly the same as last month. Prices remain down 2.1% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Mesa rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Phoenix metro area and the nation as a whole.

Mesa Renter Confidence Survey
National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Here’s how Mesa ranks on:
C+
Overall satisfaction
C+
Safety and crime rate
C
Recreational activities
B
Affordability
C+
Quality of schools
D
Social Life
B
Weather
C
Commute time
B
State and local taxes
C+
Public transit
C
Pet-friendliness

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released Mesa’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.

"Mesa renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "Some categories received average scores, and many received below average scores."

Key findings in Mesa include the following:

  • Mesa renters gave their city a C+ overall.

  • The highest-rated categories for Mesa were weather, affordability, and state and local taxes, which all received B grades.

  • The areas of concern for Mesa renters are jobs and career opportunities (F) and social life (D).

  • Millennial renters are unsatisfied with their city, giving it an overall rating of C, while renters who are parents are more satisfied, giving it a B.

  • Mesa did relatively poorly compared to other cities in Arizona, including Phoenix (B-) and Tempe (A-), but earned higher marks than Tucson (D).

  • Mesa did relatively poorly compared to similar cities nationwide, including Denver, CO (B+), Nashville, TN (A-) and Portland, OR (B).

  • The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

Renters say:

  • "I love the weather, but I don’t feel safe in my neighborhood." – Amy Z.
  • "Easy access to stores. I enjoy the diverse population mix. Great downtown. Lots to do on any given day." – Gail H.
  • "The weather is great, the people seem friendly and the cost of living is low. But it can get too hot in the summer and salaries are a little low." – Earl L.
  • "I love the weather and the scenery, but I hate the traffic congestion." – Daniel S.

For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

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Living in Mesa, AZ

Considering a move to Mesa? You’re onto something—it’s what we like to call a fine choice, right up there with a smart suit jacket and a pair of Chuck Taylors. The rental properties in Arizona’s third largest city (behind Phoenix and Tucson) are easy to get into and luxurious to live in, which means no excuses not to find the perfect new place!

Commonly referred to as a bedroom community, residents may work in other nearby cities, but in Mesa they live amongst beautiful scenery, a low cost of living, sun-filled days, and impressive entertainment venues

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Sources:
  • School data: GreatSchools
  • Crime data: CrimeIndex (U.S.) provided by Precisely used data sourced from Precisely, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and various law enforcement agencies. These organizations do not accept responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data used in this product.
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