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Las Cruces, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Las Cruces, NM

Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025

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$1,167$62521

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 $725. Mountain Springs Pointe in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Las Cruces apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Casitas at 805 N 17Th St.StudioStudio,1BA$725
Mountain Springs Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Three Sisters Apts - Income RestrictionsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$755
1655 S MainContemporary1BR,1BA$795
OMNI-Centre SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Las Cruces area is the $1.29 price per square foot 4201 Northrise Dr Model at 4201 Northrise Dr, Unit 506 in the starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Las Cruces apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Alexis Apartments starting at $1,375 with a $1.25 price per square foot . 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.
4201 Northrise Dr, Unit 5064201 Northrise Dr2BR,2BA$1.29
Alexis Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,2.5BA$1.25
High Range VillageD2BR,2BA$1.29
Wyndchase Apartments2bed 2bath2BR,2BA$1.16
2640 Fairway Dr, Unit UnitC2640 Fairway Dr2BR,1BA$1.16
700 California Ave2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.17
448 Dartmouth Ave, Unit C448 Dartmouth Ave2BR,1BA$1.18
Verge at Las Cruces2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.88
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Three Sisters Apts - Income RestrictionsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30

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Las Cruces, NM Area Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions about Las Cruces

What type of rentals are currently available in Las Cruces?

There are currently 197 Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM with pricing that ranges from $625 to $2,750. There are also 72 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Las Cruces ranging from $875 to $2,975.

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 $875 to $2,975 with an average monthly rent of $1,787.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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