
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown El Paso Neighborhood of El Paso, TX from $500 (40 Rentals)
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1526 Yandell Dr

1114 E Rio Grande Ave

705 N St Vrain St

1211 N Ochoa St

Highlander Apartments

515 W Missouri Ave

2221 Bassett Ave
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1309 E Rio Grande Ave

310 Park St

Ramey Apartments

Magoffin Park Villas

THE 501- Downtown living

619 E Nevada Ave

3117 Cypress Ave

1026 Myrtle Ave
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Savoy Lofts

D Lamar Apartments

Guillen Meadows

1601 El Paso St

The Pearl Apartments

Tres Vistas

610 Prospect

Cliff Terrace & On the Hill Apartments
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The Wallace Apartments

Blue Flame Apartments

Martin Lofts

410 W Yandell

1026 Myrtle Ave

Wyoming Pearl

1707 N Stanton St

1415 Brown St
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412 W. Yandell Drive

1024 N Oregon St

1012-1016 N Oregon St

1201 N St Vrain St

1217 N Mesa

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Sun Plaza Apartments

Oregon Pearl
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Downtown El Paso, El Paso, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown El Paso?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown El Paso Studio Apartments | $786 | $650 | $950 |
| Downtown El Paso 1 Bedroom Apartments | $902 | $550 | $1,525 |
| Downtown El Paso 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $700 | $2,750 |
| Downtown El Paso 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $1,189 | $2,045 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown El Paso Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown El Paso area of El Paso, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Highlander Apartments priced from $720. Ramey Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Downtown El Paso apartments for rent in El Paso, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlander Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Ramey Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Savoy Lofts | A1 | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Diplomat Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| THE 501- Downtown living | B4 | 2BR,1BA | $979 |
| Prospect Street Apartments | 1-1 Upstairs + Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| La Mariposa Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Magoffin Park Villas | Plan B1- Upgrade* | 2BR,2BA | $1,255 |
| Nuestra Senora | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,311 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown El Paso, TX
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown El Paso area is the $1.21 price per square foot C2 Model at The Townhomes at 1400 N. Kansas at River in the in the San Antonio neighborhood starting from $1,645. The second greatest value Downtown El Paso apartment is the 1-1 Upstairs + Garage Model at Prospect Street Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Sunset Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown El Paso apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Townhomes at 1400 N. Kansas at River | C2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Prospect Street Apartments | 1-1 Upstairs + Garage | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Magoffin Park Villas | Plan B1- Upgrade* | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
| Nuestra Senora | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| La Mariposa Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Diplomat Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| THE 501- Downtown living | B4 | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Savoy Lofts | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.53 |
| Ramey Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.45 |
| Highlander Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown El Paso Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown El Paso?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown El Paso is under $1,311.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown El Paso?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown El Paso is Highlander Apartments which is listed at $720, while the average apartment in Downtown El Paso costs $1,260.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown El Paso?
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 Downtown El Paso that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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El Paso has been inhabited for thousands of years and still has much to offer people of all ages and walks of life.

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