This single-story residence offers a thoughtfully organized layout across two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living room serves as the heart of the home, featuring wood-style plank flooring, a textured ceiling, and a ceiling fan with integrated lighting. Neutral wall tones create a calm, versatile backdrop throughout the space. The galley-style kitchen is efficiently designed with white cabinetry, light countertops, and black appliances including a refrigerator, electric range, dishwasher, and microwave. It opens directly into the dining area, which benefits from natural light through a large window and is anchored by a ceiling fan overhead—an ideal setup for everyday dining and entertaining. The primary bedroom offers carpet flooring, a wide sliding-door closet, and a bright window with blinds. The second bedroom is similarly appointed with carpeted floors and natural light. Each bathroom has a distinct character: one features a tub-shower combination, while the other includes a standalone shower stall. Both display wood-style flooring and clean, functional fixtures with brushed nickel hardware. A connecting hallway ties the layout together efficiently.
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Monthly Rent
$1,271 - $6,333
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
680 - 1,444 sq ft
Discover elevated living at The Place at El Prado in Mesa, AZ! Whether you're seeking comfort or convenience, this vibrant community offers spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes equipped to suit your lifestyle.
Highlights
- Basketball Court
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Planned Social Activities
- Pet Play Area
- Fireplace
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Grill
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 228price $1,310square feet 680availibility Now
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Unit 232price $1,310square feet 680availibility Now
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Unit 186price $1,310square feet 680availibility Now
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Unit 302price $1,271square feet 807availibility Now
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Unit 246price $1,271square feet 807availibility Now
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Unit 303price $1,321square feet 807availibility Now
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Unit 236price $1,370square feet 910availibility May 7
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Unit 241price $1,450square feet 910availibility May 8
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Unit 280price $1,370square feet 910availibility May 12
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Unit 398price $2,053square feet 1,194availibility Now
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Unit 373price $2,103square feet 1,194availibility May 7
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Unit 397price $2,103square feet 1,194availibility May 11
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Unit 002price $2,258square feet 1,444availibility May 18
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Unit 038price $2,258square feet 1,444availibility Jun 1
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Unit 228price $1,310square feet 680availibility Now
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Unit 232price $1,310square feet 680availibility Now
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Unit 186price $1,310square feet 680availibility Now
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Unit 302price $1,271square feet 807availibility Now
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Unit 246price $1,271square feet 807availibility Now
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Unit 303price $1,321square feet 807availibility Now
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Unit 236price $1,370square feet 910availibility May 7
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Unit 241price $1,450square feet 910availibility May 8
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Unit 280price $1,370square feet 910availibility May 12
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Unit 398price $2,053square feet 1,194availibility Now
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Unit 373price $2,103square feet 1,194availibility May 7
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Unit 397price $2,103square feet 1,194availibility May 11
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Unit 002price $2,258square feet 1,444availibility May 18
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Unit 038price $2,258square feet 1,444availibility Jun 1
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$55
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Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$200
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Valet Trash BinCharged per unit.$25
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Cats
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Carport
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Covered
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Other
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Utilities Included
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Water
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Lease Options
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3 - 13 Month Leases
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Short term lease
Property Information
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Built in 1983
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432 units/2 stories
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About The Place at El Prado
Discover elevated living at The Place at El Prado in Mesa, AZ! Whether you're seeking comfort or convenience, this vibrant community offers spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes equipped to suit your lifestyle.
The Place at El Prado is an apartment community located in Maricopa County and the 85202 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Mesa Unified School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
- 9' Ceilings
- Barbeque Areas
- Basketball Courts
- Beautiful Landscaping
- Billiards
- Carpet/Vinyl Plank Flooring
- Ceiling Fans w/ Lighting
- Clubhouse with Kitchen
- Courtyard View
- Designer Finishes
- Easy Access to Freeways and Shopping
- Elevated Living
- Fireplaces*
- Fully Equipped Kitchens
- Lower Level Home
- NO Pet Restrictions
- On-site management
- Open-Concept Living Areas
- Over-sized Closets
- Pet Park
- Pool View
- Premium Location
- Private Storage
- Ramadas
- Restaurants & Shopping Nearby
- Short Term Leasing*
- Spacious Balconies/Patios
- Two Sparkling Pools
- Two-Tone Paint Schemes
- Washer/Dryer Included
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Playground
Clubhouse
Business Center
Grill
Pet Play Area
Basketball Court
Property Services
- Package Service
- Wi-Fi
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Renters Insurance Program
- Online Services
- Planned Social Activities
- Pet Play Area
Shared Community
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Storage Space
- Walk-Up
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Playground
- Basketball Court
Outdoor Features
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Microwave
Refrigerator
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Fireplace
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
Mesa is the most populous U.S. city that isn't a county seat, and that distinction hints at something real about the place: it plays by its own rules. Stretching 143 square miles across the Sonoran Desert, Arizona's third-largest city sits in the East Valley of the Phoenix metro, with Tempe to the west and the dramatic Superstition Mountains anchoring the eastern horizon. Mesa Community College and Arizona State University's Polytechnic campus give the city a steady academic pulse, while major employers like Boeing near Falcon Field, Banner Desert Medical Center, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport drive a broad economic base. Neighborhoods range from the established, lake-lined streets of Dobson Ranch to the newer developments of Eastmark and the Gateway district, offering something well-suited to just about every lifestyle. Downtown Mesa anchors cultural life with the Mesa Arts Center, an acclaimed performing and visual arts venue that draws visitors year-round.
Learn more about living in MesaCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Central Mesa | Mesa, AZ | |
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| Studio | $1,075 | $1,087 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,220 | $1,289 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,412 | $1,521 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,084 | $2,111 |
- Package Service
- Wi-Fi
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Renters Insurance Program
- Online Services
- Planned Social Activities
- Pet Play Area
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Multi Use Room
- Storage Space
- Walk-Up
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Playground
- Basketball Court
- 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
- 9' Ceilings
- Barbeque Areas
- Basketball Courts
- Beautiful Landscaping
- Billiards
- Carpet/Vinyl Plank Flooring
- Ceiling Fans w/ Lighting
- Clubhouse with Kitchen
- Courtyard View
- Designer Finishes
- Easy Access to Freeways and Shopping
- Elevated Living
- Fireplaces*
- Fully Equipped Kitchens
- Lower Level Home
- NO Pet Restrictions
- On-site management
- Open-Concept Living Areas
- Over-sized Closets
- Pet Park
- Pool View
- Premium Location
- Private Storage
- Ramadas
- Restaurants & Shopping Nearby
- Short Term Leasing*
- Spacious Balconies/Patios
- Two Sparkling Pools
- Two-Tone Paint Schemes
- Washer/Dryer Included
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Fireplace
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.8 mi |
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Transportation options available in Mesa include Alma School/Main St, located 1.9 miles from The Place at El Prado. The Place at El Prado is near Phoenix Sky Harbor International, located 11.0 miles or 19 minutes away, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway, located 17.7 miles or 27 minutes away.
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 42 min | 30.7 mi |
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Phoenix Sky Harbor International
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Drive: | 19 min | 11.0 mi |
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Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
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Drive: | 27 min | 17.7 mi |
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Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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i.d.e.a. Museum
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi |
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Arizona Museum of Natural History
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
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ASU Center for Meteorite Studies
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Drive: | 13 min | 5.6 mi |
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Desert Arboretum Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.1 mi |
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Papago Park
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Drive: | 15 min | 7.8 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.3 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 20 min | 13.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 49 min | 37.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 111 min | 89.5 mi |
The Place at El Prado Photos
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The Place at El Prado
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2BR, 2BA - 910SF
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Clubhouse
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Playground
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1 Bedroom
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3 Bedrooms
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The Place at El Prado has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Select utilities are included in rent at The Place at El Prado, including water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Parking is available at The Place at El Prado. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.
The Place at El Prado has one to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,271/mo. to $6,333/mo.
Yes, The Place at El Prado welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,271 for a two-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $50,840 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
The Place at El Prado is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
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