
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Penasco, NM from $300 (45 Rentals)
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Loma Parda 55+

Taos Haus +6

Ochenta Apartments

El Cerrito

Santa Fe Suites

Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities Included

Casitas Del Bella

Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments
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Evergreen Apartments

Vista Alegre Apartments

Enchanted Hills

Elevate at Oslo

The Orchards

Allegro at Tanoan

Artista

Dakota Canyon

Talavera Apartment Homes
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Local 1896

Canyon Walk Income Restricted

Vizcaya

Vista Linda

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Rancho Carrera Apartments

Coronado Townhomes

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Turquesa
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Soleras Station

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South Meadows

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Allaso High Desert

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Solwyn

Presidium Casa Siena

The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta

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Madera Apartments

Altitude at Vizcaya

Sierra Blanca Senior Living
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Casa Loma Apartments

2800 Cerrillos Rd

2600 W Zia Rd

San Isidro - Washer/Dryer Included

739 Montez Pl

941 Calle Mejia

1012 Marquez Pl

601 W San Mateo Rd
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Penasco, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Penasco?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penasco Studio Apartments | $1,079 | $899 | $2,076 |
| Penasco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $491 | $2,958 |
| Penasco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,396 | $582 | $4,053 |
| Penasco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,016 | $1,084 | $4,471 |
| Penasco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,499 | $2,399 | $2,599 |
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Cheapest Available Penasco Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Penasco, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Tierra Montosa priced from $353. Taos Haus +6 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $592. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Penasco apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tierra Montosa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $353 |
| Taos Haus +6 | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $592 |
| Ochenta Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $739 |
| El Cerrito | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $749 |
| Santa Fe Suites | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities Included | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Casitas Del Bella | Efficiency w/ stove top | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| Sierra Blanca Senior Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penasco, NM and Nearby
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penasco area is the $1.82 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta in the in the Tiempo Lindo neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Penasco apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Allegro at Tanoan starting at $1,687 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Foothills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penasco apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta | 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| El Cerrito | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Local 1896 | 2x1AR1T2 - 2X1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Ochenta Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Enchanted Hills | Diego | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Taos Haus +6 | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Tierra Montosa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.49 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penasco Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Penasco?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Penasco is at Santa Fe Suites listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penasco Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penasco Apartment is $353 at Tierra Montosa.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penasco Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penasco is starting from $592 at Taos Haus +6.
What is the most affordable Penasco Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Penasco Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Taos Haus +6 and starts from $681.
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