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712 S Washington Ave

1400 Indiana Ave

602 S Woody Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Ruidoso Downs?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ruidoso Downs 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,235 | $875 | $1,900 |
Ruidoso Downs 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,757 | $1,350 | $2,800 |
Ruidoso Downs 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,228 | $1,900 | $2,600 |
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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 Roselawn Manor priced from $422. 311 Mechem Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ruidoso Downs apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Roselawn Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $422 |
311 Mechem Dr | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
Sierra Vista Village | 1B/1B Flat | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruidoso Downs, NM and Nearby
As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ruidoso Downs area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2bed 2bath Model at Wyndchase Apartments in the in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood starting from $1,160. The second greatest value Ruidoso Downs apartment is the 1 Bedroom Standard Model at The Vue Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.40 price per square foot . 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. |
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Wyndchase Apartments | 2bed 2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
The Vue Apartments | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
311 Mechem Dr | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Casas De Soledad | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today | One Bedroom - 60% Tax Credit | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Eagle Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Pueblo Chamisa | Lea - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Sierra Vista Village | 2B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Roselawn Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.72 |
Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ruidoso Downs
What type of rentals are currently available in Ruidoso Downs?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Ruidoso Downs, NM with pricing that ranges from $500 to $2,750. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ruidoso Downs ranging from $875 to $2,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ruidoso Downs?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ruidoso Downs ranges from $875 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,611.
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