Cheap Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM from $300 (49 Rentals)

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Elli Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elli Apartments

2301 Kent RdLas Cruces, NM 88001
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Desert Palms
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Palms

2405 W Picacho AveLas Cruces, NM 88007
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Puerta del Sol
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Puerta del Sol

505 W Griggs AveLas Cruces, NM 88005
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Sunset Peak Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Peak Apartments

825 S Telshor BlvdLas Cruces, NM 88011
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Espina Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Espina Apartments

2105 S Espina StLas Cruces, NM 88001
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Los Amigos
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Los Amigos

1675 S Telshor BlvdLas Cruces, NM 88011
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Pines Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pines Apartments

1625 Gladys DrLas Cruces, NM 88001
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Telshor Vista
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Telshor Vista

999 S Telshor BlvdLas Cruces, NM 88011
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Buena Vida
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Buena Vida

1505 La Fonda DrLas Cruces, NM 88001
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Valley Verde
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Verde

1751 W Hadley AveLas Cruces, NM 88005
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Las Cruces, NM Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Las Cruces, NM

Pricing Updated: 09/14/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Las Cruces$1,497$75015

Cheapest Available Las Cruces Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Las Cruces, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Telshor Vista priced from $750. 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 $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Las Cruces apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Telshor Vista1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Casitas at 805 N 17Th St.StudioStudio,1BA$750
1655 S MainContemporary1BR,1BA$795
Sun Ridge Village1 Bedroom - Small1BR,1BA$800
OMNI-Centre SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Vista MontanaThree Bedrooms3BR,2BA$832
Sierra VerdeLa Sierra1BR,1BA$845
Alta Tierra2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$892
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Telshor Terrace Apartments1X11BR,1BA$980

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Las Cruces area is the $0.88 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bath - Colony Garden Model at Colony Mesa Apartments in the starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Las Cruces apartment is the Three Bedrooms Model at Vista Montana starting at $832 with a $0.81 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Colony Mesa Apartments3 bedroom 2 bath - Colony Garden3BR,2BA$0.88
Vista MontanaThree Bedrooms3BR,2BA$0.81
Wyndchase Apartments2bed 2bath2BR,2BA$1.16
2640 Fairway Dr, Unit UnitC2640 Fairway Dr2BR,1BA$1.16
700 California Ave2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.17
2609 Dona Ana Rd, Unit 2609 Dona Ana Road2609 Dona Ana Rd2BR,1BA$1.18
Verge at Las Cruces2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.88
Alta Tierra2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.14
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Telshor Vista1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22

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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, NM
Population: 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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Las Cruces Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Las Cruces Apartment is $750 at Telshor Vista.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Las Cruces Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Las Cruces is starting from $892 at Alta Tierra.

What is the most affordable Las Cruces Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Las Cruces Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vista Montana and starts from $832.

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