
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thunderbird Neighborhood of El Paso, TX from $500 (42 Rentals)
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Vista Ventana Apartments

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Santa Fe Place

Casa Barranca

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Villa De Leon Apartments

Seville West Apartments

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Copper Commons

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The Retreat at Mesa Hills

Double Tree

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Palomar West

Chimneys
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Desert Peaks

Arterra At Alto Rey Apartments

La Mesa Pearl

Alto Mesa Apartments

Vista Oeste

Mountain Village

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619 White Cliffs Dr, Unit C

The Crest

Acacia Park

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Coronado Villas Luxury Townhomes

The Tuscany at Mesa Hills

Coronado Springs

678 El Parque Dr
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Continental House Apartments

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Windsor Place

The Thunderbird

6700 Escondido Dr

7041 Orizaba Ave

6613 Escondido Dr

604 La Chapa Ave
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5940 Cadiz St

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Thunderbird, El Paso, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thunderbird?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbird Studio Apartments | $801 | $715 | $975 |
| Thunderbird 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,027 | $717 | $2,199 |
| Thunderbird 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $745 | $2,199 |
| Thunderbird 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,100 | $2,450 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Thunderbird Neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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Cheapest Available Thunderbird Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Thunderbird area of El Paso, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Vista Ventana Apartments priced from $717. Casa Barranca has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Thunderbird apartments for rent in El Paso, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Ventana Apartments | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $717 |
| Casa Barranca | 2x1.5 - 779 | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Seville West Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $851 |
| Caprock Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| The Estates | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Double Tree | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $889 |
| Palomar West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
| Copper Commons | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| La Mesa Pearl | 411 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Alto Mesa Apartments | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thunderbird, TX
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thunderbird area is the $1.02 price per square foot Building A Unit 1-6 Model at Luxx Verge Villas in the in the Ridgecrest neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Thunderbird apartment is the 3/1.5 Model at The Rosetta Apartment Homes starting at $1,200 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the South Belvidere neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thunderbird apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxx Verge Villas | Building A Unit 1-6 | 3BR,3BA | $1.02 |
| The Rosetta Apartment Homes | 3/1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.82 |
| Coronado Springs | Plan B | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Santa Rosa Apartment Homes | 2/2.00LG | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| Desert Peaks | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Alto Mesa Apartments | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Nouveau Place Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Seville West Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Casa Barranca | 2x1 -767 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Vista Ventana Apartments | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thunderbird Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thunderbird Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thunderbird Apartment is $717 at Vista Ventana Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thunderbird Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thunderbird is starting from $815 at Vista Ventana Apartments.
What is the most affordable Thunderbird Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Thunderbird Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Rosetta Apartment Homes and starts from $1,200.
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