
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lea County, NM from $300 (11 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lea County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lea County Studio Apartments | $795 | $795 | $795 |
| Lea County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,233 | $519 | $1,999 |
| Lea County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $798 | $2,900 |
| Lea County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $709 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Lea County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lea County, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at La Pradera priced from $519. Playa Escondida has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $709. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lea County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Pradera | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $519 |
| Playa Escondida | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $709 |
| Jefferson House Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Woodleaf - FREE Utilities | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Windscape Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lea County, NM
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lea County area is the $1.22 price per square foot Unfurnished Model at Summerwind Terrace Townhomes in the starting from $1,345. The second greatest value Lea County apartment is the 10-B3 2x2 Furnished Model at Sorrento Villas starting at $2,900 with a $2.67 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lea County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerwind Terrace Townhomes | Unfurnished | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Sorrento Villas | 10-B3 2x2 Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Windscape Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Lovington Trails | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Playa Escondida | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| La Pradera | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| New Leaf | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Woodleaf - FREE Utilities | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lea County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lea County?
The cheapest apartment in Lea County is La Pradera which is listed at $519, while the average apartment in Lea County costs $1,719.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lea County?
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 5 regular apartments in Lea County 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 Lea County?
Cheap apartments in Lea County have an average cost of $236 which is $1,483 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lea County.
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