
Cheap Apartments for Rent near La Plata, NM from $800 (38 Rentals)
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1406 Saiz Ln

510 Orchard Ave

2115 Tesoro Pl

San Juan - Free Utilities

713 Acoma Pl

701 Mc Cormick School Rd

Apex Studios

Residences at Durango
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River Roost

1631 N Farmington Ave

196 Canyon Dr

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610 S Cedar St, Unit #2

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Red Cliff Apartments

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524 E 4th Ave

198 Aspenglow Blvd, Unit # 4

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198 Aspenglow Blvd, Unit 4
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412 Bastille Dr

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150 Snow Cap Ln, Unit Apartment

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Gauge

5700 Old Kirtland Hwy

502 E 5th Ave

Pagosa Spring Apartments

700 N Monterey Ave

4760 W U.S. Hwy 160

549 E Zia St
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3852 N Butler Ave

2408 N Hutton Ave

1032 Zuni Dr

269 E 4th Ave

1616 Southside River Rd

1901 E Ranch Dr

909 W Firwood St

2600 E Cliffside Dr

310 McCloud Ct
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Riverbridge Apartments

1210 Avenida Del Sol
La Plata, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Plata?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Plata Studio Apartments | $1,399 | $1,150 | $1,998 |
| La Plata 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $825 | $2,575 |
| La Plata 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,290 | $875 | $2,845 |
| La Plata 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,265 | $1,426 | $9,775 |
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Cheapest Available La Plata Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in La Plata, NM is a Studio unit found at Apex Studios priced from $1,150. Red Cliff Apartments in the Rockridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,353. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Plata apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Studios | Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Red Cliff Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,353 |
| Riverbridge Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,004 |
| Affinity at Three Springs | Nova | 1BR,1BA | $2,143 |
| Gauge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Plata, NM and Nearby
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Plata area is the $1.31 price per square foot 198 Aspenglow Blvd Model at 198 Aspenglow Blvd, Unit 4 in the starting from $1,575. The second greatest value La Plata apartment is the Intuition Model at Affinity at Three Springs starting at $2,793 with a $2.75 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for La Plata apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198 Aspenglow Blvd, Unit 4 | 198 Aspenglow Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Affinity at Three Springs | Intuition | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Gauge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| 610 S Cedar St, Unit #2 | 610 S Cedar St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| Riverbridge Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Skyline Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Red Cliff Apartments | A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Apex Studios | Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $4.86 |
| River Roost | Studio A1 - Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $5.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Plata Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in La Plata?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in La Plata is at Apex Studios listed at $1,150.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Plata Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Plata Apartment is $1,250 at Apex Studios.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Plata Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Plata is starting from $1,795 at Riverbridge Apartments.
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