
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown El Paso Neighborhood of El Paso, TX from $400 (14 Rentals)
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1009 N Florence St

1005 Arizona Ave

1030 Wyoming Ave

1005 Arizona Ave

1005 Arizona Ave

212 W Rio Grande Ave, Unit 5
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1104 Myrtle Ave

1114 El Paso St

1419 Wyoming Ave

317 Park

1909 Yandell Dr

308 Hills St

1908 Olive Ave
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Downtown El Paso, El Paso, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown El Paso?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown El Paso 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,356 | $795 | $1,800 |
| Downtown El Paso 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,799 | $1,295 | $2,150 |
| Downtown El Paso 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,925 | $2,850 | $3,000 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown El Paso Neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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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 Studio unit found at Ramey Apartments priced from $725. 1707 N Stanton St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Downtown El Paso apartments for rent in El Paso, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ramey Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| 1707 N Stanton St | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Magoffin Park Villas | Plan A1- Upgrade* | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Savoy Lofts | A1 | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Diplomat Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown El Paso, TX
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown El Paso area is the $1.32 price per square foot B4 Model at The Townhomes at 1400 N. Kansas at River in the in the San Antonio neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Downtown El Paso apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at La Mariposa Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the San Antonio 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 | B4 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| La Mariposa Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Diplomat Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.61 |
| 820 Prospect St | 820 Prospect St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1707 N Stanton St | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 1014 N Virginia St, Unit 1 bd bath | 1014 N Virginia St | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Magoffin Park Villas | Plan A1- Upgrade* | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 1944 Arizona Ave | 1944 Arizona Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Savoy Lofts | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.53 |
| Ramey Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.45 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown El Paso?
There are currently 427 Apartments for Rent in Downtown El Paso, TX with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,200. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown El Paso ranging from $450 to $3,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown El Paso?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown El Paso ranges from $450 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,525.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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