Average Rent in 85205, Mesa, AZ
Based on HUD's 2026 Small Area Fair Market Rent data — updated annually.
| Unit size | Typical rent |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,280/mo |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,390/mo |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,610/mo |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,150/mo |
| 4+ Bedroom | $2,400/mo |
A 2-bedroom apartment in 85205 runs about 14% below the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro average of $1,874/month. Rent varies block by block within any metro area — this figure reflects HUD's official Small Area Fair Market Rent for this specific ZIP code, not a metro-wide estimate.
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Check My Renewal →Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, 2026. See rent across every ZIP code in this area on the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler rent guide.