
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kirtland, NM from $500 (20 Rentals)
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Residences at Durango

2115 Tesoro Pl

San Juan - Free Utilities

713 Acoma Pl

River Roost
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1604 N Municipal Dr

337 Rd 3050, Unit Tiny House

302 E 18th St

Apex Studios

524 E 4th Ave

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5880 Old Kirtland Hwy

721 E College Dr

824 Vine Ave

2814 Parque De Oeste Dr

805 Saguaro St

Riverbridge Apartments
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306 N Frontier St

214 S Park Ave
Kirtland, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kirtland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirtland Studio Apartments | $1,290 | $555 | $1,700 |
| Kirtland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,629 | $900 | $2,200 |
| Kirtland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,181 | $1,100 | $2,375 |
| Kirtland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,879 | $1,426 | $5,576 |
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Cheapest Available Kirtland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kirtland, NM is a Studio unit found at River Roost in the Hawks Nest neighborhood priced from $999. Apex Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kirtland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Roost | Studio A1 - Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Apex Studios | Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Affinity at Three Springs | Nova – Type 2/2A | 1BR,1BA | $1,791 |
| Gauge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,989 |
| Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,004 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kirtland, NM and Nearby
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kirtland area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1261 Galaxy Dr Model at 1261 Galaxy Dr, Unit B in the in the Hawks Nest neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Kirtland apartment is the 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267 Model at 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267, Unit #267 starting at $2,700 with a $2.56 price per square foot in the Hawks Nest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kirtland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1261 Galaxy Dr, Unit B | 1261 Galaxy Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267, Unit #267 | 1100 Goeglein Gulch #267 | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Affinity at Three Springs | Intuition – Type 6/6A | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| Gauge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Apex Studios | Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $4.86 |
| River Roost | Studio A2 - Unfurnished | Studio ,1BA | $3.82 |
| Residences at Durango | H0.1-30 | Studio ,1BA | $1.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kirtland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kirtland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kirtland is at Residences at Durango listed at $555.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirtland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirtland Apartment is $1,250 at Apex Studios.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kirtland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kirtland is starting from $1,989 at Gauge.
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