
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM from $527 (120 Rentals)
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1102 Van Patten Ave

Presidio Apartments

Casitas at 805 N 17Th St.

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Telshor Apartments

Mountain Springs Pointe

905 Branson Ave

908 Foster Rd

Buena Vida

1655 S Main
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316 Richard Dr

5046 Inspiration

5075 Inspiration

1406 S Espina St

1402 S Espina St

Los Altos

Vista Montana

Regency Pointe Apartments

Colony Mesa Apartments

Woodcrest Apartments
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Peachtree Canyon Apartments

Sierra Verde

The Miranda

2135 Garrison Rd

OMNI-Centre Square

Casa Bandera

Alta Tierra

5215 Central Ave

1255 W Ethel Ave

1305 Plain St
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Telshor Terrace Apartments

Park Place

Sun Ridge Village

2325 College St

6345 N Dona Ana Rd

1820 Rentfrow Ave

449 Dartmouth Ave

Country Crest Apartment Homes

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2609 Dona Ana Rd

4821 Sonoma Ranch Blvd
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2245 Bex St, Unit A

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2033 S Don Roser Dr, Unit B

3267 Executive Hills Rd

700 California Ave

2640 Fairway Dr, Unit FairwayUnit

1253 E Mesa Ave

1323 S Almendra St, Unit B

2202 John St

1190 3rd St

Furnished Studio-Las Cruces
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Las Cruces Studio Apartments | $866 | $650 | $1,100 |
| Cheap Las Cruces 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,070 | $527 | $1,873 |
| Cheap Las Cruces 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $600 | $2,550 |
| Cheap Las Cruces 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $710 | $2,490 |
| Cheap Las Cruces 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,227 | $1,038 | $1,795 |
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Las Cruces, NM Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Las Cruces, NM
Pricing Updated: 09/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Las Cruces, NM area range in price from $527 to $1,795 with an overall median price of $986. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Las Cruces Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Las Cruces | $986 | $527 | 31 |
Cheapest Available Las Cruces Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Las Cruces, NM is a Studio unit found at Casitas at 805 N 17Th St. in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood priced from $695. Presidio Apartments in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Las Cruces apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casitas at 805 N 17Th St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Presidio Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Mountain Springs Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Buena Vida | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| 1655 S Main | Contemporary Studios | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| OMNI-Centre Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Alta Tierra | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $892 |
| Telshor Terrace Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Park Place | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $906 |
| Colony Mesa Apartments | CM 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Las Cruces area is the $0.87 price per square foot Four Bedroom 1194 SF Model at Vista Montana in the in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood starting from $1,038. The second greatest value Las Cruces apartment is the 3bd/2ba Model at The Miranda starting at $1,025 with a $0.89 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Montana | Four Bedroom 1194 SF | 4BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| The Miranda | 3bd/2ba | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
| Pavilions At University | Aggie | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Wyndchase Apartments | 2bed 2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 2640 Fairway Dr, Unit FairwayUnit | 2640 Fairway Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 2033 S Don Roser Dr, Unit B | 2033 S Don Roser Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Woodcrest Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Regency Pointe Apartments | The Royale | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Colony Mesa Apartments | CM 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Alta Tierra | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Las Cruces Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Las Cruces?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Las Cruces is under $925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Las Cruces?
The cheapest apartment in Las Cruces is Presidio Apartments which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Las Cruces costs $986.
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 10 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 $554 which is $432 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Las Cruces.
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