
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Desierto Plaza Neighborhood of El Paso, TX from $500 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Desierto Plaza area of El Paso.


1330 New Harvest Pl

El Pavon Apartments

Villas at West Mountain- Income Restricted

Crossroads Valley Apartments

Western Redd

The Rosetta Apartment Homes

Pear Tree Apartments
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Nouveau Place Apartments

6700 Escondido Dr

Indian Springs Apartments

Foxglove Apartments

The Bartlett Apartment Homes

Redd Rd Village Apartment

501 Redd Rd

Vista Oeste
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Pine Valley Estates Apartments

Cambria Apartments

Lifestyles on the Reserve

Moderno Village Apartments and Town Homes

Las Mansiones at Cimarron

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Desert Commons West

West Side Senior Housing
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Medano Heights

The Doniphan Apartments

Fairview Apartments

Artcraft Palms

Corona Del Valle Apartments Income Restricted

619 White Cliffs Dr

649 Mary Stuart Dr

7127 Orizaba Ave
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6816 Alto Rey Ave
Desierto Plaza, El Paso, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Desierto Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desierto Plaza Studio Apartments | $1,050 | $881 | $1,315 |
| Desierto Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,124 | $673 | $2,231 |
| Desierto Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $528 | $3,163 |
| Desierto Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Desierto Plaza 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,083 | $861 | $1,236 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Desierto Plaza Neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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Cheapest Available Desierto Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Desierto Plaza area of El Paso, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at El Pavon Apartments priced from $801. Crossroads Valley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $804. Here are the most affordable Desierto Plaza apartments for rent in El Paso, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Pavon Apartments | Villita | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
| Crossroads Valley Apartments | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $804 |
| Indian Springs Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $908 |
| Redd Rd Village Apartment | Apartment 1 Bd 1 Ba 1 Reserved Parking | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Vista Oeste | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Pine Valley Estates Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Pear Tree Apartments | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath C (80% Income Restricted) | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Moderno Village Apartments and Town Homes | D4 - 2 Bed + Office | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
| The Bartlett Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,398 |
| Lifestyles on the Reserve | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desierto Plaza, TX
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Desierto Plaza area is the $0.84 price per square foot B-549 Model at Belvidere Village Duplexes in the in the Coronado neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Desierto Plaza apartment is the Apartment 1 Bd 1 Ba 1 Reserved Parking Model at Redd Rd Village Apartment starting at $950 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Coronado neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desierto Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belvidere Village Duplexes | B-549 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.84 |
| Redd Rd Village Apartment | Apartment 1 Bd 1 Ba 1 Reserved Parking | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Lifestyles on the Reserve | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Pear Tree Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Moderno Village Apartments and Town Homes | D4 - 2 Bed + Office | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| The Bartlett Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Vista Oeste | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Pine Valley Estates Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| El Pavon Apartments | Villita | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Crossroads Valley Apartments | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Desierto Plaza, El Paso, and the greater El Paso area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Desierto Plaza Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Desierto Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Desierto Plaza is El Pavon Apartments which is listed at $801, while the average apartment in Desierto Plaza costs $1,799.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Desierto Plaza?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Desierto Plaza that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Desierto Plaza?
Cheap apartments in Desierto Plaza have an average cost of $667 which is $1,132 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Desierto Plaza.
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