
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dolphin Neighborhood of El Paso, TX from $400 (28 Rentals)
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NCDO Housing

6069 Bridalveil Dr

10021 Railroad Dr
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Dolphin, El Paso, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dolphin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolphin Studio Apartments | $754 | $678 | $798 |
| Dolphin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $860 | $696 | $1,048 |
| Dolphin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,053 | $725 | $1,448 |
| Dolphin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,174 | $962 | $1,525 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dolphin Neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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Cheapest Available Dolphin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dolphin area of El Paso, TX is a Studio unit found at Raintree Village priced from $725. Agave Courtyard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable Dolphin apartments for rent in El Paso, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raintree Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Agave Courtyard | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Pine Village Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Maximus Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| TransMountain - FREE Utilities | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Caterina | The Mesa | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Parkland Pointe | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $858 |
| Paso Norte Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Amigos Del Sol Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $928 |
| Mountain Vista Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom w/Open Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,008 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dolphin, TX
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dolphin area is the $0.78 price per square foot C2 Model at Sagewood Apartments in the in the North Park neighborhood starting from $1,055. The second greatest value Dolphin apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at McCombs Village starting at $1,425 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the North Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dolphin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sagewood Apartments | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| McCombs Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Amigos Del Sol Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 1/5 Bath Flat | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| The Caterina | The Mesa | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Parkland Pointe | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Maximus Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Paso Norte Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Agave Courtyard | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| TransMountain - FREE Utilities | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Pine Village Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dolphin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dolphin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dolphin is under $1,008.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dolphin?
The cheapest apartment in Dolphin is Agave Courtyard which is listed at $765, while the average apartment in Dolphin costs $1,115.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dolphin?
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 9 regular apartments in Dolphin 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 Dolphin?
Cheap apartments in Dolphin have an average cost of $242 which is $873 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dolphin.
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