
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Las Cruces Neighborhood of Las Cruces, NM from $300 (5 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Las Cruces?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Las Cruces Studio Apartments | $700 | $650 | $750 |
| Downtown Las Cruces 1 Bedroom Apartments | $761 | $474 | $890 |
| Downtown Las Cruces 2 Bedroom Apartments | $870 | $721 | $1,160 |
| Downtown Las Cruces 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,057 | $829 | $1,295 |
| Downtown Las Cruces 4 Bedroom Apartments | $915 | $915 | $915 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Las Cruces Neighborhood of Las Cruces, NM.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Las Cruces Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Las Cruces area of Las Cruces, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Mira Vista Villas Senior Living priced from $474. Three Sisters Apts - Income Restrictions has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $487. Here are the most affordable Downtown Las Cruces apartments for rent in Las Cruces, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Vista Villas Senior Living | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $474 |
| Three Sisters Apts - Income Restrictions | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $487 |
| Casitas at 805 N 17Th St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Las Cruces, NM
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Las Cruces area is the $0.46 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Three Sisters Apts - Income Restrictions in the in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood starting from $487. The second greatest value Downtown Las Cruces apartment is the 2bed 2bath Model at Wyndchase Apartments 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 Downtown Las Cruces apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Sisters Apts - Income Restrictions | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.46 |
| Wyndchase Apartments | 2bed 2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 700 California Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 2609 Dona Ana Rd | 2609 Dona Ana Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Alta Tierra | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Mira Vista Villas Senior Living | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Mountain Springs Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 1655 S Main | Contemporary | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Casitas at 805 N 17Th St. | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Las Cruces Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Las Cruces Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Las Cruces Apartment is $474 at Mira Vista Villas Senior Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Las Cruces Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Las Cruces is starting from $892 at Alta Tierra.
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