
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ruidoso Downs, NM from $400 (50 Rentals)
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Azotea Apartments 62+

Mira Vista

Cottonwood Commons

Wilshire Gardens 55+

Saddlecreek Apartments

Christa Lee Manor Apartments

Pueblo Chamisa

Los Arcos and Starlight Court

La Tierra 55+
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Peachtree Canyon Apartments

Los Altos

Four Hills

Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities

Villas of Briar Ridge

Alta Tierra

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Eagle Creek

Woodlands Cabins

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Cielo at Alamogordo

Canyonstone Apartments

Wyndchase Apartments

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Cuestas

Eagle Ranch Estates

The Pavilions at South Fork

Quail Ridge Apartments

Tuscany Villa and Estates

Spring River Luxury Apartment Homes
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Willow Springs Apartments

Roselawn Manor

100 Lower Terrace Dr

311 Mechem Dr

205 Mechem Dr

Sierra Vista Village

1202 S Missouri Ave

708 W 13th St

301 Mechem Dr

602 N Ohio Ave
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101 N 25th St

8 Alicia Dr

1204 S Missouri Ave

303 Racquet Dr

613 S Hemlock Ave

25972 US-70

9 Oak Dr

1602 W Tilden St

214 Hideaway Ln

56 Ridgecrest Dr
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Ruidoso Downs, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ruidoso Downs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruidoso Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,058 | $411 | $1,965 |
| Ruidoso Downs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $486 | $2,550 |
| Ruidoso Downs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $621 | $3,204 |
| Ruidoso Downs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $1,506 | $1,506 |
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Cheapest Available Ruidoso Downs Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ruidoso Downs, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Azotea Apartments 62+ priced from $544. Cottonwood Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $554. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ruidoso Downs apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azotea Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $544 |
| Cottonwood Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $554 |
| Wilshire Gardens 55+ | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $676 |
| Saddlecreek Apartments | Aspen | Studio,1BA | $680 |
| Mirador Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Sierra Vista Village | 2B/1B SS | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| La Tierra 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Alta Tierra | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $892 |
| EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today | One Bedroom - 60% Tax Credit | 1BR,1BA | $987 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruidoso Downs, NM and Nearby
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ruidoso Downs area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath B Model at Villas of Briar Ridge in the starting from $1,498. The second greatest value Ruidoso Downs apartment is the 2bed 2bath Model at Wyndchase Apartments starting at $1,160 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruidoso Downs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas of Briar Ridge | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath B | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Wyndchase Apartments | 2bed 2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Wilshire Gardens 55+ | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| La Tierra 55+ | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Alta Tierra | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today | One Bedroom - 60% Tax Credit | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Azotea Apartments 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Cottonwood Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Mirador Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Sierra Vista Village | 2B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ruidoso Downs Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruidoso Downs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruidoso Downs Apartment is $544 at Azotea Apartments 62+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ruidoso Downs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ruidoso Downs is starting from $676 at Wilshire Gardens 55+.
What is the most affordable Ruidoso Downs Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ruidoso Downs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cottonwood Commons and starts from $621.
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