
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alto, NM from $400 (34 Rentals)
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Azotea Apartments 62+

Cottonwood Commons

Los Arcos and Starlight Court

Wilshire Gardens 55+

Christa Lee Manor Apartments

Pueblo Chamisa

Saddlecreek Apartments
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La Tierra 55+

Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities

Peachtree Canyon Apartments

Villas of Briar Ridge

1413 N Florida Ave

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2207 W Juniper St, Unit A, Unit A

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6550 Columbus Dr, Unit 6550 Columbus Dr.# 2, Unit 6550 Columbus Dr.# 2

Woodlands Cabins
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Cielo at Alamogordo

Spring River Luxury Apartment Homes

205 Mechem Dr

100 Lower Terrace Dr

311 Mechem Dr

812 Badger St

Sierra Vista Village

708 W 13th St
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301 Mechem Dr

1206 Cuba Rd

1002 W Deming St

613 S Hemlock Ave

602 S Woody Dr

25972 US-70

1014 Plaza Del Sol

56 Ridgecrest Dr
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1025 Crescent Dr

108 Raymond Buckner Dr
Alto, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $852 | $411 | $1,600 |
| Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,116 | $486 | $3,544 |
| Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $621 | $2,897 |
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Cheapest Available Alto Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alto, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Azotea Apartments 62+ priced from $544. Cottonwood Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $554. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alto apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azotea Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $544 |
| Cottonwood Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $554 |
| Wilshire Gardens 55+ | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $676 |
| Sierra Vista Village | 2B/1B SS | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Mirador Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| La Tierra 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $929 |
| Peachtree Canyon Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alto, NM and Nearby
As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alto area is the $1.20 price per square foot 120 Badger Ct Model at 120 Badger Ct, Unit Badger in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Alto apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Peachtree Canyon Apartments starting at $955 with a $0.99 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alto apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 Badger Ct, Unit Badger | 120 Badger Ct | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Peachtree Canyon Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Wilshire Gardens 55+ | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| La Tierra 55+ | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 6550 Columbus Dr, Unit 6550 Columbus Dr.# 2 | 6550 Columbus Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Azotea Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Cottonwood Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Mirador Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Sierra Vista Village | 2B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alto Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alto Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alto Apartment is $544 at Azotea Apartments 62+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alto Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alto is starting from $676 at Wilshire Gardens 55+.
What is the most affordable Alto Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alto Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cottonwood Commons and starts from $621.
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