
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM from $400 (53 Rentals)
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Mountain Springs Pointe

Casitas at 805 N 17Th St.

307 Terry Dr

Three Sisters Apts - Income Restrictions

Colony Mesa Apartments
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1406 S Espina St

Sun Ridge Village

OMNI-Centre Square

Regency Pointe Apartments

Sierra Verde

905 Branson Ave

Woodcrest Apartments

2921 Majestic Ridge

Telshor Terrace Apartments

2640 Fairway Dr, Unit C
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2609 Dona Ana Rd, Unit 2609 Dona Ana Road

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Las Cruces, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Las Cruces?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Las Cruces Studio Apartments | $687 | $650 | $725 |
Cheap Las Cruces 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $700 | $1,850 |
Cheap Las Cruces 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $730 | $2,550 |
Cheap Las Cruces 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $660 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Las Cruces, NM
Pricing Updated: 07/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Las Cruces, NM area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Las Cruces Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Las Cruces | $1,039 | $650 | 15 |
Cheapest Available Las Cruces Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Las Cruces, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountain Springs Pointe in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood priced from $700. Casitas at 805 N 17Th St. in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Las Cruces apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mountain Springs Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Casitas at 805 N 17Th St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Three Sisters Apts - Income Restrictions | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
1655 S Main | Contemporary | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Sun Ridge Village | 1 Bedroom - Small | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
OMNI-Centre Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Woodcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Telshor Terrace Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Park Place | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM
As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Las Cruces area is the $1.12 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Alexis Apartments in the starting from $1,145. The second greatest value Las Cruces apartment is the 2bed 2bath Model at Wyndchase Apartments (old) starting at $1,160 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Las Cruces apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Alexis Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
Wyndchase Apartments (old) | 2bed 2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
Casa Bandera | B1 up | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
2640 Fairway Dr, Unit C | 2640 Fairway Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Willow Springs Apartments | Faywood | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
700 California Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Verge at Las Cruces | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
Woodcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
OMNI-Centre Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Three Sisters Apts - Income Restrictions | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Las Cruces Overview
As an economic and geographic center, Las Cruces is home to many historical, economic and cultural backdrops. It has never been a better time to rent Las Cruces apartments as the unique combination of these three makes it a very exciting place to live as well as a city on the rise with a lot of future potential growth.
Why live in Las Cruces, NM?
Las Cruces is a fantastic place to live if you are looking for that Southwest lifestyle. Desert and mountain views, outdoor adventure, and proximity to other Southwest cities like El Paso and Albuquerque, makes Las Cruces a little oasis for many.
Las Cruces, NMPopulation: 102,926
Ranked #303
in US Census Population by City
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Getting Around Las Cruces, NM
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Las Cruces Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Las Cruces?
The cheapest apartment in Las Cruces is Mountain Springs Pointe which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Las Cruces costs $1,039.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Las Cruces?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Las Cruces that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Las Cruces?
Cheap apartments in Las Cruces have an average cost of $510 which is $529 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Las Cruces.
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