Average Rent in Mesa, AZ

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Current Versus Historical Mesa, AZ Rents

Mesa rentals average $1,087 for a studio rental to $2,795 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,047, or roughly $18 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $268 (-17.81%) year-over-year from $1,505 to $1,237. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $714 (-36.73%) year-over-year from $1,944 to $1,230. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $754 (-32.04%) year-over-year from $2,354 to $1,600. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $219 (10.76%) year-over-year from $2,032 to $2,250. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $266 (10.50%) year-over-year from $2,531 to $2,797. 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 up by 12.13% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 11.48% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.09% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.81% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.37% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$25.85	$1,237	$1,505 (-17.81%)	$2,591 (-52.26%)
1 BR	$22.60	$1,230	$1,944 (-36.73%)	$1,944 (-36.73%)
2 BR	$17.87	$1,600	$2,354 (-32.04%)	$2,367 (-32.41%)
3 BR	$17.49	$2,250	$2,032 (10.76%)	$2,113 (6.48%)
4+ BR	$15.58	$2,797	$2,531 (10.50%)	$2,566 (8.99%)

Historical Rents in Mesa, AZ

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Top Cities Near Mesa

There are a total of 10 cities nearby Mesa. The average rent in Mesa is currently $2,260 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Maricopa, AZ, with an average rent of $1,775, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Mesa, AZ is Scottsdale, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $4,125 per month.

Let's compare Mesa, AZ's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Mesa, AZ is 58.74% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 6.98% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Mesa, AZ are about 24.37% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 7.59% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities near Mesa, AZ in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Maricopa, AZ	N/A	$1,098	$1,745	$1,775
San Tan Valley, AZ	N/A	N/A	$3,548	$2,000
Phoenix, AZ	$897	$1,250	$1,699	$2,095
Tempe, AZ	$1,097	$1,293	$1,600	$2,100
Glendale, AZ	$1,099	$925	$1,430	$2,100
Gilbert, AZ	N/A	$1,565	$2,125	$2,420
Chandler, AZ	$1,632	$1,557	$1,950	$2,485
Queen Creek, AZ	N/A	$1,275	$1,774	$2,775
Fountain Hills, AZ	N/A	$2,600	$2,750	$3,000
Scottsdale, AZ	$899	$2,000	$3,500	$4,125

Top Neighborhoods Near Mesa

There are a total of 4 neighborhoods in or near Mesa. Some of these neighborhoods include Arrowhead Ranch, Downtown Scottsdale, and McCormick Ranch. We've included all of these top 4 neighborhoods in or near Mesa, AZ in the following table.

The average rent for these 4 neighborhoods in or near Mesa, AZ is currently around $4,188 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Mesa's average rent, which is only $2,047. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Mesa, Arrowhead Ranch has the most affordable average rent at $2,600 per month. Whereas, at $4,998 average rent per month, Greyhawk is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Mesa. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Arrowhead Ranch, Glendale, AZ	N/A	N/A	$2,200	$2,600
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$3,000	$3,400	$3,775
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ	$1,500	$2,650	$4,395	$4,600
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,950	$4,000	$4,998

Top Counties Near Mesa

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Mesa

There are a total of 41 zipcodes in or near Mesa, AZ. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,350. A total of 10 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 85008, Phoenix, AZ at $1,395 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $15,000 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 Mesa, AZ is $1,397 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,900 per month. Which comes out to $21 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 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	$799	$2,000	$2,495	$3,000
85206, Mesa, AZ	N/A	$1,698	$2,095	$2,095
85281, Tempe, AZ	$1,095	$1,204	$1,613	$1,888
85258, Maricopa County, AZ	$1,500	$2,550	$4,000	$4,385
85255, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$2,032	$4,200	$5,500
85225, Chandler, AZ	$1,087	$1,314	$1,699	$2,175
85018, Phoenix, AZ	N/A	$1,650	$2,100	$2,800
85260, Scottsdale, AZ	N/A	$1,970	$3,500	$3,900
85254, Phoenix, AZ	$1,556	$3,000	$3,175	$4,475
85234, Gilbert, AZ	N/A	$1,245	$1,800	$2,572

Frequently Asked Questions - Mesa Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Mesa, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for Mesa, AZ apartments for rent is approximately $2,047. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 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 Mesa, AZ.

How much is a studio apartment in Mesa, AZ?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,087 and an average price per square feet of $25.85. There are a total of 6 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Mesa.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,200 and an average price per square feet of $22.60. There are a total of 50 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Mesa.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,497 and an average price per square feet of $17.87. There are a total of 211 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Mesa.

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

Rent prices for rentals in Mesa, AZ can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.18%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.37%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.32%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.11% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Mesa, AZ?

A reasonable rent price in Mesa, AZ is around $1,638/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.