
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Artesia, NM from $500 (35 Rentals)
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Eagle Creek

Canyonstone Apartments

Roselawn Manor

911.5 Bullock Ct

101 N 25th St

1111 W Bullock Ave

1516 W Hank Ave
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Wilshire Gardens 55+

Christa Lee Manor Apartments

Saddlecreek Apartments

Pueblo Chamisa

Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities

Villas of Briar Ridge

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2207 W Juniper St, Unit A, Unit A

Yucca Flats Apartments
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Tia Maria

Lovington Trails

Vista del Sol

Spring River Luxury Apartment Homes

Vista Del Rio-FREE Utilities

Riverwood

Avalon at Carlsbad

812 Badger St
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Sierra Vista Village

776 W 4th St

708 W 13th St

424-A W 4th St

1002 W Deming St

613 S Hemlock Ave

Riverwood Apartments

1014 Plaza Del Sol
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1501 S Pennsylvania Ave

56 Ridgecrest Dr

1025 Crescent Dr
Artesia, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Artesia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artesia Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Artesia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,039 | $700 | $1,455 |
| Artesia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $790 | $3,585 |
| Artesia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $968 | $3,176 |
| Artesia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $1,506 | $1,506 |
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Cheapest Available Artesia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Artesia, NM is a 2 Beds unit found at Wilshire Gardens 55+ priced from $676. Sierra Vista Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Artesia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilshire Gardens 55+ | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $676 |
| Sierra Vista Village | 2B/1B SS | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Mirador Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Saddlecreek Apartments | Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $773 |
| EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today | One Bedroom - 60% Tax Credit | 1BR,1BA | $987 |
| Yucca Flats Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Eagle Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Vista del Sol | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Artesia, NM
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Artesia area is the $1.33 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2 Bath B Model at Villas of Briar Ridge in the starting from $1,590. The second greatest value Artesia apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Tia Maria starting at $1,250 with a $1.39 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Artesia 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 |
| Tia Maria | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Wilshire Gardens 55+ | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today | One Bedroom - 60% Tax Credit | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Vista del Sol | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Yucca Flats Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Eagle Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 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 | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Artesia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Artesia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Artesia Apartment is $700 at Sierra Vista Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Artesia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Artesia is starting from $676 at Wilshire Gardens 55+.
What is the most affordable Artesia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Artesia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities and starts from $1,073.
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