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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 River Roost in the Hawks Nest neighborhood priced from $1,269. Red Cliff in the Rockridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Plata apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River RoostA2Studio,1BA$1,269
Red CliffA1 Loft1BR,1BA$1,399
Cannery Apartments Farmington NMOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
GaugeA11BR,1BA$1,691
Skyline ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,890

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

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Plata area is the $2.44 price per square foot B2-A-Fitz Roy Model at Rocket Pointe in the starting from $2,678. The second greatest value La Plata apartment is the 610 S Cedar St Model at 610 S Cedar St, Unit #2 starting at $1,250 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Cortez Park neighborhood. 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.
Rocket PointeB2-A-Fitz Roy2BR,2BA$2.44
610 S Cedar St, Unit #2610 S Cedar St2BR,1.5BA$1.39
GaugeA11BR,1BA$2.40
Cannery Apartments Farmington NMOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.05
840 Plymouth Dr, Unit 206840 Plymouth Dr1BR,1BA$2.00
Skyline ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$3.15
Red CliffA1 Loft1BR,1BA$3.11
River RoostA2Studio ,1BA$4.04

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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 River Roost listed at $1,269.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Plata Apartment is $1,399 at Red Cliff.

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 $1,600 at Cannery Apartments Farmington NM.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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