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  • The Oaks Apartments

    526 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85201

    • Special offer! .: Ready to make your move? Sign a lease soon and enjoy $1,000 off your move-in!

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    Apartment building
    1-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Shared laundry

    Available units

    Price may not include required fees and charges
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
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    218Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
    Now
    $949
    222Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
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    $949
    230Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
    Now
    $949
    217Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
    Now
    $949
    224Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
    Now
    $949
    318Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
    Now
    $979
    220Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
    Now
    $999
    126Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
    Now
    $999
    109
    2 bd, 1 ba
    800
    Oct 15
    $1,195
    328
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
    Oct 19
    $1,325
    104
    2 bd, 1 ba
    800
    Nov 7
    $1,480

    What's special

    Fully equipped kitchenNew appliancesOpen concept floor planFreshly remodeled one-bedroom apartment
    Apartments for rent in Mesa, Arizona. Find your next 1 or 2 bedroom apartment home in Mesa at The Oaks. The Oaks boasts modern interiors with the amenities you crave: energy-efficient kitchen appliances, wood-style flooring and plenty of storage. The Oaks Apartments offers a boutique-hotel feel, with personalized attention and abundant amenities to enhance your lifestyle. Walk your dog at our pet friendly community or make a splash in the pool it's all here for your enjoyment. When it's time for work, the apartment homes at The Oaks offer a central Mesa location that is 6 miles from ASU, minutes from the metro light rail, as well as the 202, 60 and 101 freeways, connecting you to employers throughout Mesa, Tempe and downtown Phoenix.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:9 am - 5 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Other
    • Laundry: Shared
    • Swimming Pool: Sparkling Pool
    Outdoor common areas
    • Barbecue: Resident relaxation area with bbq grills
    • Sundeck
    Services & facilities
    • Online Rent Payment
    • Pet Park

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher: Dishwashers
    • Microwave Oven: Built-in microwaves
    Other
    • 1 And 2 Bedroom Apartments In Mesa, Az
    • Beautiful Wood-style Flooring
    • Custom Interior Paint
    • Energy Efficient Appliances
    • Fully Equipped Kitchens
    • Skylight: Modern light fixtures
    • Stainless Steel Appliances/backsplash
    • Track Lighting
    • Window Coverings: Window coverings included

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • 12 months
    Pets
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $150 pet deposit
    • $300 one time fee
    • $35 monthly pet fee
    Other
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • 199 lbs. weight limit
    • Assistive / Emotional Support Animal
    • Other
    Cats
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $150 pet deposit
    • $300 one time fee
    • $35 monthly pet fee

    Special Features

    • Beautiful Lush Landscaping
    • Charcoal Barbeque Grills
    • Close To Valley Metro Light Rail System
    • Ideal Mesa, Az Location Offers Quick Access To 202, 101 And The 60 Freeways
    • Located Within Minutes Of Mesa Riverview Shopping Center And Tempe Marketplace
    • Pet Stations Located Throughout The Property
    • The Oaks Apartments Is Just 6 Miles From Arizona State University And Downtown Tempe
    • Vintage: Located in the Mesa historical district

    Neighborhood: 85201

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    Set in northwest Mesa, 85201 blends desert sunshine with urban energy near the Salt River and the Tempe border. Residents enjoy quick highway access via Loop 101/202 and Valley Metro light rail along Main Street, with shopping at Mesa Riverview and Bass Pro Shops, games at Sloan Park (spring home of the Chicago Cubs), and sprawling greens at Riverview Park. Downtown Mesa’s arts scene—Mesa Arts Center, galleries, and the Arizona Museum of Natural History—pairs with a casual dining and local brewery circuit (Desert Eagle Brewing and cafés along Main). Grocery runs are easy with Fry’s and Walmart nearby, and the Rio Salado Pathway invites biking and sunset strolls. The area draws a mix of students and professionals with ASU Tempe minutes away, plus families and pet owners who appreciate playgrounds, open fields, and walkable streets. According to Zillow Market Trends, recent median rent in 85201 sits in the mid-$1,700s, with most listings ranging roughly from the low $1,300s to the low $2,200s, depending on size and finish.

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    45 / 100
    Car-Dependent
    41 / 100
    Some Transit
    64 / 100
    Bikeable
    Near The Oaks Apartments
    • Restaurants within a 15-minute drive of the community include Los Picos Parrilla, Logan's Roadhouse, Matta's Grill & Cantina, Pier de Orleans Restaurant and Georges Gyros.
    • Mesa Amphitheater, providing an outdoor venue for live concerts and performances, such as musicals, dance recitals and plays, is located within 5 minutes by car.
    • Lost Dutchman Coffee House, serving a variety of artisan coffee and espresso drinks, smoothies and pastries, is less than a 5-minute drive away.
    • Mesa Grande Cultural Park, within a 10-minute walk, offers educational opportunities within a protected historical site with exhibits and preserved artifacts and geological formations.
    • Route 112 is 4 minutes away on foot.

    Nearby schools in Mesa

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of The Oaks Apartments?

    The Oaks Apartments has a walk score of 45, it's car-dependent.

    What is the transit score of The Oaks Apartments?

    The Oaks Apartments has a transit score of 41, it has some transit.

    What schools are assigned to The Oaks Apartments?

    The schools assigned to The Oaks Apartments include Emerson Elementary School, Carson Junior High School, and Westwood High School.

    Does The Oaks Apartments have in-unit laundry?

    No, but The Oaks Apartments has shared building laundry.

    What neighborhood is The Oaks Apartments in?

    The Oaks Apartments is in the 85201 neighborhood in Mesa, AZ.

    What are The Oaks Apartments's policies on pets?

    A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. To have a dog at The Oaks Apartments there is a required deposit of $150. This building has a one time fee of $300 and monthly fee of $35 for dogs. Other pets are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 199lbs. A maximum of 2 other pets are allowed per unit. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. To have a cat at The Oaks Apartments there is a required deposit of $150. This building has a one time fee of $300 and monthly fee of $35 for cats.

    Does The Oaks Apartments have virtual tours available?

    Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for The Oaks Apartments.