
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Alto, NM from $411 (43 Rentals)
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Cottonwood Commons

Ladera Apartments

Wilshire Gardens 55+

Saddlecreek Apartments

1520 Michigan Ave

1103 N Washington Ave

2601 N Kentucky Ave
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Los Arcos and Starlight Court

La Tierra 55+

1013 W 13th St

Christa Lee Manor Apartments

Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities

Peachtree Canyon Apartments

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508 S White Sands Blvd

Villas of Briar Ridge
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5215 Central Ave

1207 Highland Rd

500 E Country Club Rd

Woodlands Cabins

1117 Indiana Ave

Cielo at Alamogordo

Spring River Luxury Apartment Homes

6345 Reynolds Dr
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205 Mechem Dr

100 Lower Terrace Dr

311 Mechem Dr

Sierra Vista Village

Pueblo Chamisa

708 W 13th St

301 Mechem Dr

1312 New York
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1100 Mesquite St

1206 Cuba Rd

2592 US-70

31 Becky Ave

2201.5 Stanford Ave

602 S Woody Dr

1308 E 8th St

1704.5 Cuba Ave
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123 Alonzo Way

123 Lance

1207 Wright Ave
Alto, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alto Studio Apartments | $752 | $680 | $950 |
| Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $860 | $411 | $1,410 |
| Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,109 | $486 | $2,322 |
| Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $621 | $3,365 |
| Alto 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
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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 |
| 1103 N Washington Ave | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| La Tierra 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $770 |
| Christa Lee Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR, 1BA | $820 |
| Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $820 |
| 508 S White Sands Blvd | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alto, NM and Nearby
As of September 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alto area is the $1.33 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath B Model at Villas of Briar Ridge starting from $1,592. The second greatest value Alto apartment is the 2 BR Model at Wilshire Gardens 55+ starting at $676 with a $0.77 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas of Briar Ridge | 3 Bed, 2 Bath B | 3BR, 1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Wilshire Gardens 55+ | 2 BR | 2BR, 1BA | $0.77 |
| Christa Lee Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR, 1BA | $0.94 |
| La Tierra 55+ | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR, 1BA | $1.16 |
| Azotea Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $0.73 |
| 1103 N Washington Ave | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| 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 |
| Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.41 |
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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.
Expert Rental Resources
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