Frequently Asked Questions

Applying for an apartment at Garrett Mesa in Mesa, AZ takes just a few minutes and can be completed entirely online. Start on our Apply Now page, where you'll complete a credit and background check and upload proof of income and a valid government-issued ID. Once approved, you sign your lease electronically — most applicants get a decision within 1–3 business days, though timing can vary based on how complete your application and screening results are.

Yes, renter's insurance is required for every resident at Garrett Mesa. You'll need a minimum of $100,000 in liability coverage. Liability is the only mandatory coverage, but we recommend a policy that also protects your personal belongings — many providers offer affordable plans for just a few dollars a month.

Rent at Garrett Mesa in Mesa, AZ varies by floor plan location and floor level, not by unit size — every 1, 2, and 3-bedroom layout shares the same floor plan. We offer one, two, and three-bedroom apartments ranging from 793 to 1,359 square feet. For today's pricing, availability, and a full cost breakdown, visit our Floor Plans page.

Rent at Garrett Mesa can be paid online 24/7 through the Resident Portal. We accept electronic checks (eCheck) and credit card payments, though a convenience fee may apply to card transactions — pay from any device, any time via the Resident Portal.

Garrett Mesa offers flexible 12- to 15-month lease terms, with no month-to-month option at renewal. Need help picking the right length for your situation? Contact our leasing office and we'll walk you through it.

Move-in costs at Garrett Mesa typically include a security deposit and your prorated rent from move-in day through the end of the month. If applicable, pet deposits and parking fees are also collected at move-in. See the full itemized breakdown — including all applicant expenses, optional add-ons, and situational fees — on our Pricing Breakdown page. Residents in our Preferred Employer Program may qualify for waived application and administrative fees.

Yes, breaking your lease early at Garrett Mesa may result in an early termination fee, with exact terms outlined in your signed lease agreement. If you think you'll need to end your lease early, contact the leasing office as soon as possible to review your options.

Yes, every applicant at Garrett Mesa completes a criminal background check and a credit check as part of our standard screening process. Have questions about our screening criteria or your specific situation? Contact our leasing team.

Electricity is not included in rent at Garrett Mesa — residents set it up on their own prior to move-in. Additional utilities are billed to your resident ledger through Conservice. See the full breakdown of Applicant Expenses, Essential Expenses, Optional Add-Ons, and Situational Fees on our Pricing Breakdown page.

Yes, Garrett Mesa in Mesa, Arizona offers a Preferred Employer Program (PEP) for local employers and their teams. Qualified applicants enrolled through their employer get waived application and admin fees, 3% off monthly rent, and 50% off pet fees. Visit our Preferred Employer Program page to see if your employer qualifies.

To qualify for an apartment at Garrett Mesa, you'll generally need a gross monthly income of at least 2.5x the rent. For example, a $1,495/month apartment typically requires about $3,738 in monthly income. Co-signers or guarantors may be considered in certain situations — contact our leasing team to discuss your circumstances.

Scheduling a tour at Garrett Mesa is easy — book online or in person, whichever fits your schedule. Browse our virtual tour of the resort-style pool, 24-hour fitness center, and one-bedroom model apartment anytime, or book a self-guided in-person tour through our website. Want a personal walkthrough? Call, email, or schedule a guided tour with our on-site team, and we'll show you available floor plans and help you find your perfect apartment home.

Yes, Garrett Mesa offers both virtual and self-guided tours so you can explore the community on your own schedule. Take a virtual tour of our one-, two-, and three-bedroom floorplans, fitness center, yoga studio, resort-style pool, and dog park anytime on our Tours page. Prefer to visit in person without a scheduled appointment? Book a self-guided tour via Tour24, right from their app.

Garrett Mesa offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments in Mesa, Arizona, ranging from 793 to 1,359 square feet. Every layout includes stainless steel appliances, an in-unit washer and dryer, and oversized closets. Browse all floor plans and current availability on our Floor Plans page.

Yes, Garrett Mesa offers ADA-compliant apartment homes and accessible community spaces. Select homes include wider doorways, accessible routes, lower light switches and controls, and other ADA-compliant features, with accessible parking and pathways throughout the community. Contact our leasing team to discuss your specific accessibility needs.

The application fee at Garrett Mesa is $75 per applicant, plus a $250 administrative fee due upon approval. Both fees are non-refundable and cover your background and credit check. Residents enrolled in our Preferred Employer Program or other qualifying offers may have these fees waived — see the full fee breakdown on our Pricing Breakdown page.

Yes, Garrett Mesa offers a waitlist if your preferred floor plan isn't currently available. Contact our leasing office by phone, email, or in person, or submit your info through the website, to get on the list. Spots fill quickly, so reach out as soon as possible.

No, Garrett Mesa does not offer furnished apartments. We can, however, connect you with CORT, our preferred furniture rental provider, for a fully furnished move-in.

Yes, you're welcome to personalize your apartment at Garrett Mesa with shelves, curtains, and posters. Just make sure any modifications don't damage the walls, and that your apartment returns to its original condition at move-out.

Yes, you can paint your apartment walls at Garrett Mesa, as long as you restore them to their original color before moving out. Contact the leasing office for more details.

Maintenance requests at Garrett Mesa can be submitted 24/7 through the Resident Portal. Visit the Resident Portal to submit a request anytime. For emergency maintenance after office hours, call the leasing office directly at 480.745.1285. Our maintenance team is committed to fast, friendly, and effective service.

Set up electricity before move-in at Garrett Mesa — it's the one utility not billed through your resident ledger. All other utilities are billed via Conservice. See the full Applicant Expenses, Essential Expenses, Optional Add-Ons, and Situational Fees breakdown on our Pricing Breakdown page.

Yes, roommates are welcome at Garrett Mesa. Every occupant over 18 must complete an application and be listed on the lease. To add a roommate to an existing lease, contact our leasing office.

Yes, Garrett Mesa observes quiet hours to keep the community comfortable for everyone. Quiet hours run 10:00 p.m.–8:00 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11:00 p.m.–8:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday. For the complete list of community rules, check your lease agreement or contact the leasing office.

Garrett Mesa in Mesa, Arizona offers a full suite of resort-style amenities, from a 24-hour fitness center to a resort-style pool. Community amenities include the pool and sundeck with lounge seating and cabanas, free Wi-Fi in the clubhouse and game room, and community grilling stations. Every apartment home comes with stainless steel appliances, an in-unit washer and dryer, and oversized closets, across one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans. See the full list on our Amenities page.

As your lease end date approaches, Garrett Mesa will reach out with renewal options and new lease term lengths. You'll choose a new 12- to 15-month term at that time. Questions about renewing early or choosing your next term? Contact the leasing office.

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in the clubhouse and game room at Garrett Mesa.

To update your contact information or preferred name at Garrett Mesa, just reach out to our leasing team.

No, grills aren't allowed on patios or balconies at Garrett Mesa. Community grilling stations by the pool are ready for your next cookout, though — perfect for socializing on a summer day.

Garrett Mesa is a 100% smoke-free community. Smoking of any kind — cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes, vaping devices, and other substances — is prohibited inside apartment homes and throughout all community grounds. Violations may result in fines and/or eviction.

If you lose your key or access fob at Garrett Mesa, contact the leasing office right away to arrange a replacement. Contact our leasing office — a replacement fee may apply. For after-hours lockouts, call the leasing office emergency line at 480.745.1285.

Garrett Mesa's leasing office is open 10am–6pm Monday through Friday and 10am–5pm on Saturdays; we're closed Sundays.

Garrett Mesa doesn't currently offer on-site EV charging, but several public stations are nearby. Convenient options include locations at 1710 S Greenfield Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206; 1900 N Higley Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234; and 1825 S Higley Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206.

Yes, Garrett Mesa hosts regular resident events year-round, from pool parties to food truck visits and seasonal celebrations. Stay in the loop through the Resident Portal or by following us on Facebook and Instagram.

No, Garrett Mesa does not offer month-to-month lease renewals once your lease term ends.

Yes, parking is included for every Garrett Mesa resident, with covered and garage options available to rent. Open community parking comes with your lease at no extra charge. Prefer covered or private parking? Detached garages and carports are available to rent, subject to availability — see pricing on our Pricing Breakdown page.

Guests are welcome at Garrett Mesa for up to 7 consecutive nights without prior approval. No individual guest may stay more than 14 nights total in a calendar month without written consent from management. For extended visits, contact the leasing office in advance.

Garrett Mesa doesn't offer on-site storage units, but oversized closets in every apartment home provide plenty of extra space. Need more room? Extra Space Storage on S 48th Street in Mesa is a convenient nearby option.

Garrett Mesa is designed with resident safety in mind, including gated access, key fob entry, on-site management, and well-lit parking areas. For specific security questions, contact our leasing office.

Yes, Garrett Mesa is a gated community.

Garrett Mesa apartments come equipped with Cox home internet in every home. Visit Cox to view current plans and pricing.

Yes, Garrett Mesa offers secure package lockers for all resident deliveries, available 24/7.

Garrett Mesa is located at 1340 South 48th Street, Mesa, AZ 85206, near 48th Street and Southern Avenue. See the exact location on Google Maps. We're just off Highway 60, giving residents easy access to Phoenix, Scottsdale, Chandler, and Tempe. View our Neighborhood page for directions and an interactive map.

Garrett Mesa is about 15 miles — roughly a 20-minute drive — from Tempe, AZ via US-60. We're also close to major East Valley employers, including Banner Desert Medical Center and Walmart. Visit our Neighborhood page for a full guide to nearby destinations, employers, and recreation.

Mesa, AZ offers no shortage of things to do for Garrett Mesa residents, from spring training baseball to arts and shopping. Catch a Chicago Cubs spring training game at Sloan Park (about 8 miles away), explore the galleries and theaters at Mesa Arts Center in Downtown Mesa (about 6 miles away), or shop and dine at Mesa Riverview (about 7 miles away). Visit our Neighborhood page for a full guide to nearby destinations.

Garrett Mesa is close to several major East Valley employers, including Walmart and Banner Health. Our access to Highway 60 also makes commuting to Tempe and the greater East Valley straightforward. Walmart and Banner Health are among the nearest large employers. Contact our leasing team to discuss corporate housing or relocation assistance.

Mesa, AZ hosts several major community events each year — separate from Garrett Mesa's own resident events. Highlights include the Arizona Renaissance Festival, the Mesa International Film Festival, and the Mesa Music Festival.

Garrett Mesa residents have easy access to some of the East Valley's best outdoor recreation. Go hiking or mountain biking at Usery Mountain Regional Park (about 16 miles away), birdwatch at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch (7 miles away), or go boating, fishing, and kayaking at Saguaro Lake (20 miles away). Residents can also enjoy the scenic trails of Lost Dutchman State Park, about 18 miles from the community.

Garrett Mesa is just minutes from some of Mesa's best dining and entertainment. The community is a 5-minute drive from Mesa Riverview, 10 minutes from Downtown Mesa, about 2 miles from Banner Desert Medical Center, and less than 15 minutes from Mesa Gateway Airport.

Yes, Garrett Mesa is close to public transportation, with a Valley Metro bus stop about a 3-minute walk away. The stop sits near the intersection of South 48th Street and Southern Avenue, giving residents easy access to local and regional routes across Mesa and greater Phoenix. Visit Valley Metro for current routes, schedules, and fares.

Garrett Mesa is served by Mesa Public Schools, with several strong private school options nearby. Students in this area are typically zoned for Franklin Accelerated Academy – Brimhall Campus (PK–6), Franklin Junior High School (7–9), and Mesa High School (9–12), all part of Mesa Public Schools. Nearby private school options include Ignite Learning Academy, Dobson Montessori School, and Redeemer Christian School.

Garrett Mesa residents are minutes from everyday essentials and major shopping destinations in Mesa, AZ. Grocery stores such as Fry's Food Stores, Safeway, and Walmart Supercenter are all within a 5–10 minute drive. Nearby shopping destinations include Superstition Springs Center and Village Square at Dana Park, offering a variety of retail stores, restaurants, entertainment, and services just minutes from home.

Yes, Garrett Mesa is a pet-friendly apartment community in Mesa, AZ, welcoming up to 2 pets per apartment, including dogs and cats. We use PetScreening to monitor all four-legged residents and require pet rent, a pet fee, and a pet deposit. We do have breed restrictions for Akitas, American Bulldogs, Boxers, Cane Corsos, Chow Chows, Dobermans, Dalmatians, German Shepherds, Huskies, Karelian Bear Dogs, Malamutes, Pit Bulls, Presa Canarios, Mastiffs, Rottweilers, St. Bernards, Staffordshire Terriers, and any Wolf Hybrid. More information is available at the end of the pet application or on our Amenities page.

Pet fees at Garrett Mesa include a one-time $250 fee and $40 monthly pet rent per pet. All pets must be registered through PetScreening prior to move-in. Residents enrolled in our Preferred Employer Program receive 50% off our $250 one-time pet fee. A full breakdown of pet-related costs is available on our Pricing Breakdown page.

Garrett Mesa is built with pet owners in mind, offering a dog park, agility course, waste stations, and walking paths on-site. Visit our Amenities page for more details on everything we offer our four-legged residents.