Most Affordable Neighborhoods in Mesa, AZ

Some of the cheapest neighborhoods in Mesa are Duke Manor, Casa Mesa, and Garden Grove. These neighborhoods offer some of the lowest rent prices in Mesa, making them ideal for renters on a budget. As of June 14, 2025, the average rent in Mesa is $1,296, which is 3.4% lower than last year. However, it's important to remember that rental prices can vary significantly based on factors such as location, amenities, and floor plans.

Duke Manor

Average Rent

$1,028/Month

TransitScore® Rating

40/100

Units Available

14 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Mesa neighborhood on a budget, check out Duke Manor. The average rent is $1,028, compared to the city average of $1,296. Duke Manor is convenient to Mesa C.C., Southern and Dobson, Arizona Museum of Natural History, and i.d.e.a. Museum. The community is somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 61.

Casa Mesa

Average Rent

$1,056/Month

TransitScore® Rating

51/100

Units Available

10 Rentals

Casa Mesa is an affordable neighborhood in Mesa with an average rent price of $1,056. Compare this to the city average of $1,296. Casa Mesa provides easy access to Sycamore Plaza, Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, and Tri-City Pavilions. It’s a somewhat walkable neighborhood with a WalkScore® of 62.

Garden Grove

Average Rent

$1,056/Month

Units Available

10 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Mesa, Garden Grove might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,056, while the city’s average stands at $1,296. Garden Grove is near Sycamore/Main St, Phoenix Sky Harbor International, and i.d.e.a. Museum.

Mesa Verde

Average Rent

$1,060/Month

Units Available

11 Rentals

Mesa Verde is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Mesa Verde is $1,060 while the city average is $1,296. Residents enjoy convenient access to Arizona Museum of Natural History, Desert Arboretum Park, and Center/Main St.

Hot Date

Average Rent

$1,075/Month

TransitScore® Rating

41/100

Units Available

26 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Mesa neighborhood on a budget, check out Hot Date. The average rent is $1,075, compared to the city average of $1,296. Hot Date is convenient to Country Club/Main St, Mesa C.C., Downtown Center, and i.d.e.a. Museum. The community is somewhat walkable with a WalkScore® of 61.

Colonial Manor Mesa

Average Rent

$1,153/Month

Units Available

10 Rentals

Colonial Manor Mesa is an affordable neighborhood in Mesa with an average rent price of $1,153. Compare this to the city average of $1,296. Colonial Manor Mesa provides easy access to Benedictine University, Arizona Museum of Natural History, and ASU Center for Meteorite Studies.

Harvey Homesites

Average Rent

$1,188/Month

Units Available

18 Rentals

If you’re looking for a great, affordable neighborhood in Mesa, Harvey Homesites might be the perfect place! It has an average rent price of $1,188, while the city’s average stands at $1,296. Harvey Homesites is near Arizona Museum of Natural History, ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, and University Corners.

Westwood Park

Average Rent

$1,196/Month

TransitScore® Rating

52/100

Units Available

18 Rentals

Westwood Park is a top choice for budget-conscious renters for a variety of reasons. The average rent in Westwood Park is $1,196 while the city average is $1,296. Residents enjoy convenient access to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, University Corners, and Desert Arboretum Park. The neighborhood is considered walkable with a WalkScore® of 71.

Continental Townhouses

Average Rent

$1,208/Month

Units Available

32 Rentals

When you’re looking for a great Mesa neighborhood on a budget, check out Continental Townhouses. The average rent is $1,208, compared to the city average of $1,296. Continental Townhouses is convenient to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, ASU Center for Meteorite Studies, and Smith-Martin/Apache Blvd.

Regency Estates

Average Rent

$1,209/Month

Units Available

30 Rentals

Regency Estates is an affordable neighborhood in Mesa with an average rent price of $1,209. Compare this to the city average of $1,296. Regency Estates provides easy access to Mcclintock Dr/Apache Blvd, Sycamore/Main St, and South Mountain Park.

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Methodology

Transit Score measures access to public transit. Scores range from 0 (minimal transit) to 100 (rider’s paradise). Learn more about the Transit Score methodology. Rental data is sourced from CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As a leading authority in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar performs in-depth research to build and sustain an extensive database of commercial real estate insights.

We've combined this data with public records to provide the most current rental information available.