Average Rent in 85206, Mesa, AZ

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Current Versus Historical 85206, Mesa, AZ Rents

85206 rentals average $1,616 for a 1-bedroom rental to $11,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,992, or roughly $21 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $2,632 to $2,632. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $245 (-12.60%) year-over-year from $1,944 to $1,699. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $309 (-12.85%) year-over-year from $2,404 to $2,095. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $147 (6.99%) year-over-year from $2,099 to $2,246. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $6,709 (149.37%) year-over-year from $4,491 to $11,200. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 20.24% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.92% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.04% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 41.86% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$22.41	$1,699	$1,944 (-12.60%)	$1,944 (-12.60%)
2 BR	$21.24	$2,095	$2,404 (-12.85%)	$2,404 (-12.85%)
3 BR	$17.39	$2,246	$2,099 (6.99%)	$2,316 (-3.02%)
4+ BR	$35.54	$11,200	$4,491 (149.37%)	$2,181 (413.64%)

Historical Rents in 85206, Mesa, AZ

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Top Cities Near 85206

There are a total of 12 cities nearby 85206. The average rent in 85206 is currently $2,290 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Maricopa, AZ, with an average rent of $1,800, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 85206, Mesa, AZ is Paradise Valley, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $19,750 per month.

Let's compare 85206, Mesa, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 16.59% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 85206, Mesa, AZ are about 10.50% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 12.01% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 12 total cities near 85206, Mesa, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Mesa, AZ	$1,100	$1,203	$1,573	$1,997
Phoenix, AZ	$895	$1,300	$1,700	$2,075
San Tan Valley, AZ	N/A	N/A	$3,500	$2,090
Tempe, AZ	$1,550	$1,395	$1,650	$2,129
Gilbert, AZ	N/A	$1,565	$2,199	$2,450
Chandler, AZ	$1,966	$1,551	$1,950	$2,495
Queen Creek, AZ	N/A	$1,275	$1,799	$2,600
Fountain Hills, AZ	$1,513	$2,300	$2,200	$2,850
Scottsdale, AZ	$1,251	$1,953	$3,395	$4,000
Paradise Valley, AZ	N/A	$6,750	$17,000	$19,750

Top Neighborhoods Near 85206

There are a total of 5 neighborhoods in or near 85206. Some of these neighborhoods include Arrowhead Ranch, Downtown Scottsdale, and Scottsdale Ranch. We've included all of these top 5 neighborhoods in or near 85206, Mesa, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 5 neighborhoods in or near 85206, Mesa, AZ is currently around $3,798 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 85206's average rent, which is only $1,992. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 85206, Arrowhead Ranch has the most affordable average rent at $2,598 per month. Whereas, at $4,748 average rent per month, McCormick Ranch is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 85206. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	$1,830	$2,010	$2,598
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,295	$3,000	$3,250	$3,600
Scottsdale Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$3,450	$3,825	$3,798
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,750	$3,775	$4,400
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$2,025	$2,350	$4,395	$4,748

Top Counties Near 85206

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Top Zipcodes Near 85206

There are a total of 47 zipcodes in or near 85206, Mesa, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,350. A total of 11 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 85006, Phoenix, AZ at $1,300 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $14,995 per month is 85253, Paradise Valley, AZ.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 85206, Mesa, AZ is $1,395 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,873 per month. Which comes out to $21 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 85206, Mesa, AZ. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
85251, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,099	$2,050	$2,395	$3,000
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,704	$1,450	$1,650	$1,995
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$2,025	$2,200	$4,200	$4,498
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,870	$4,200	$5,000
85225, Chandler, AZ	$1,087	$1,328	$1,725	$2,123
85018, Phoenix, AZ	$749	$1,649	$2,025	$2,725
85260, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,950	$3,500	$3,800
85207, Mesa, AZ	N/A	$3,200	$1,625	$2,498
85205, Mesa, AZ	N/A	$1,055	$1,447	$1,838
85234, Gilbert, AZ	N/A	$1,198	$1,795	$2,598

Frequently Asked Questions - 85206 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 85206, Mesa, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for 85206, Mesa, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $1,992. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 85206, Mesa, AZ rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 85206, Mesa, AZ.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 85206, Mesa, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,616 and an average price per square feet of $22.41. There are a total of 6 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85206.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 85206, Mesa, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,095 and an average price per square feet of $21.24. There are a total of 34 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 85206.

How have rent prices in 85206, Mesa, AZ changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 85206, Mesa, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.13%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.13%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.07% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 85206, Mesa, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in 85206, Mesa, AZ is around $1,594/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.