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Las Cruces, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Las Cruces, NM

Pricing Updated: 04/01/2026

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$1,087$47420

Cheapest Available Las Cruces Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Las Cruces, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Mira Vista Villas Senior Living in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood priced from $474. 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 $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Las Cruces apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mira Vista Villas Senior LivingOne Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$474
Casitas at 805 N 17Th St.StudioStudio,1BA$695
Telshor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$730
Mountain Springs Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Buena Vida1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$770

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM

As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Las Cruces area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Alexis Apartments in the starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Las Cruces apartment is the 2bd/2ba Model at The Miranda starting at $925 with a $0.93 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.
Alexis Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.10
The Miranda2bd/2ba2BR,1.5BA$0.93
2640 Fairway Dr, Unit FairwayUnit2640 Fairway Dr2BR,1BA$1.05
Colony Mesa ApartmentsCC 2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.99
Sierra VerdeLa Hacienda2BR,1.5BA$1.12
Regency Pointe ApartmentsThe Royale2BR,1BA$1.13
1014 Elm St, Unit UNIT # B1014 Elm St2BR,1BA$1.12
Alta Tierra2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.14
1006 Luna St, Unit 1004 Luna1006 Luna St1BR,1BA$1.15
Mira Vista Villas Senior LivingOne Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Las Cruces

What type of rentals are currently available in Las Cruces?

There are currently 195 Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM with pricing that ranges from $474 to $28,118. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Las Cruces ranging from $697 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Las Cruces?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Las Cruces ranges from $697 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,790.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Las Cruces?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Las Cruces range from $705 to $2,490, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $915.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.