
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Elephant Butte, NM from $300 (66 Rentals)
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Presidio Apartments

Casitas at 805 N 17Th St.

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Telshor Apartments

Mountain Springs Pointe

Buena Vida

1655 S Main

Peachtree Canyon Apartments

Four Hills

Los Altos
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Regency Pointe Apartments

OMNI-Centre Square

Sierra Verde

The Miranda

Casa Bandera

Alta Tierra

Telshor Terrace Apartments

Sun Ridge Village
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Morgan St

Country Crest Apartment Homes

700 California Ave

Park Place

Colony Mesa Apartments

Woodlands Cabins

HIGH RANGE VILLAGE

Santa Teresa Terrace

Alexis Apartments

Pavilions At University
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Copperstone Apartments of Las Cruces

Wyndchase Apartments

Cuestas

Eagle Ranch Estates

The Pavilions at South Fork

Tuscany Villa and Estates

Quail Ridge Apartments

Willow Springs Apartments

The Flats at Ridgeview

Sonoma Pointe Apartments
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The Vue Apartments

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Desert Commons West

Ridgeline West

Casas De Soledad

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McGuffey Vistas

Three Sisters Apts - Income Restrictions

340 Las Cruces

1206 Cuba Rd

3405 Valverde Loop

9564 Hondo Rd
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Elephant Butte, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elephant Butte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elephant Butte Studio Apartments | $728 | $650 | $785 |
| Elephant Butte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,094 | $527 | $1,850 |
| Elephant Butte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $750 | $2,550 |
| Elephant Butte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $710 | $2,490 |
| Elephant Butte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,038 | $1,038 | $1,038 |
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Cheapest Available Elephant Butte Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elephant Butte, NM is a Studio unit found at Casitas at 805 N 17Th St. in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood priced from $695. Mountain Springs Pointe in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elephant Butte apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casitas at 805 N 17Th St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Mountain Springs Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Buena Vida | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| 1655 S Main | Contemporary Studios | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Sierra Verde | La Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| OMNI-Centre Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Alta Tierra | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $892 |
| Telshor Terrace Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Sun Ridge Village | 1 Bedroom - Small | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elephant Butte, NM and Nearby
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elephant Butte area is the $1.26 price per square foot The Florence Model at Tuscany Villa and Estates in the starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Elephant Butte apartment is the C1 Model at Casa Bandera starting at $1,430 with a $1.22 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elephant Butte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscany Villa and Estates | The Florence | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Casa Bandera | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Pavilions at South Fork | The Catlina | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Santa Teresa Terrace | 3 Bed, 2 Bath B (60% Income Restricted) ST III | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Pavilions At University | Aggie | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Wyndchase Apartments | 2bed 2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 700 California Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Alta Tierra | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Buena Vida | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elephant Butte Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elephant Butte Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elephant Butte Apartment is $750 at Mountain Springs Pointe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elephant Butte Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elephant Butte is starting from $870 at Buena Vida.
What is the most affordable Elephant Butte Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elephant Butte Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Santa Teresa Terrace and starts from $1,071.
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