Cheap Apartments for Rent in La Plata, NM from $500 (15 Rentals)

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La Plata, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Available La Plata Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in La Plata, NM is a Studio unit found at Residences at Durango in the Hawks Nest neighborhood priced from $1,175. River Roost in the Hawks Nest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Plata apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Residences at DurangoH0.1-60Studio,1BA$1,175
River RoostA1Studio,1BA$1,240
Red CliffA1 Loft1BR,1BA$1,295
Rocket PointeA1-Fuji1BR,1BA$1,954
Confluence At Three SpringsRiverside 2 - 2 BR, 2 BA2BR,2BA$1,998

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Plata, NM and Nearby

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Plata area is the $1.94 price per square foot Riverside 2 - 2 BR, 2 BA Model at Confluence At Three Springs in the starting from $1,998. The second greatest value La Plata apartment is the A1-Fuji Model at Rocket Pointe starting at $1,954 with a $2.89 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for La Plata apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Confluence At Three SpringsRiverside 2 - 2 BR, 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.94
Rocket PointeA1-Fuji1BR,1BA$2.89
2202 N Tucker Ave, Unit #12202 N Tucker Ave1BR,1BA$1.17
Red CliffA1 Loft1BR,1BA$2.88
Residences at DurangoH0.1-60Studio ,1BA$3.30
River RoostA1FStudio ,1BA$5.28

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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 Residences at Durango listed at $1,175.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Plata Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Plata Apartment is $1,254 at Residences at Durango.

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 $1,998 at Confluence At Three Springs.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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