
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Placitas, NM from $600 (39 Rentals)
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Arrowhead Ridge

The Panorama

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CIBOLA VILLAGE

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Placitas, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Placitas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placitas Studio Apartments | $1,294 | $970 | $1,688 |
| Placitas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $961 | $2,514 |
| Placitas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $940 | $2,974 |
| Placitas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $1,066 | $2,950 |
| Placitas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,644 | $1,644 |
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Cheapest Available Placitas Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Placitas, NM is a 2 Beds unit found at Arrowhead Ridge in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood priced from $940. The Panorama in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $970. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Placitas apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrowhead Ridge | Two Bed/Two Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $940 |
| The Panorama | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Canoan Village | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,176 |
| Mountain Run Apartments | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| CIBOLA VILLAGE | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Quincy | Ballinger Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
| Spring Park | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1,271 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Placitas, NM and Nearby
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Placitas area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Horizon Village in the in the Baloon Fiesta Park neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Placitas apartment is the 2X2-1135-Full Renovation Model at Broadstone Heights starting at $1,825 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Academy Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Placitas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Village | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| Broadstone Heights | 2X2-1135-Full Renovation | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Las Kivas | Isleta | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Arrowhead Ridge | Three Bed/Two Bath - 60% AMI | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Sandoval Flats | 2AA (Wheelchair Accessible) | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Tijeras | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Arterra | Vadara | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Desert Willow | Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Placitas Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Placitas?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Placitas is at The Panorama listed at $970.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Placitas Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Placitas Apartment is $1,096 at Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Placitas Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Placitas is starting from $940 at Arrowhead Ridge.
What is the most affordable Placitas Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Placitas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arrowhead Ridge and starts from $1,337.
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