
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ruidoso, NM from $400 (40 Rentals)
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Woodlands Cabins

100 Lower Terrace Dr

205 Mechem Dr

311 Mechem Dr

301 Mechem Dr

303 Racquet Dr

25972 US-70
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100 Apache Hills Dr

Azotea Apartments 62+

Cottonwood Commons

Wilshire Gardens 55+

Saddlecreek Apartments

Pueblo Chamisa

Los Arcos and Starlight Court

Peachtree Canyon Apartments
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Four Hills

Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities

Christa Lee Manor Apartments

Villas of Briar Ridge

5215 Central Ave

410 S Union Ave

1109 W 7th St

Cielo at Alamogordo
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1309 Michigan Ave, Unit Tularosa

Canyonstone Apartments

Spring River Luxury Apartment Homes

Willow Springs Apartments

1317 E 8th St

Sierra Vista Village

1202 S Missouri Ave

708 W 13th St
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8 Alicia Dr

1204 S Missouri Ave

613 S Hemlock Ave

9 Oak Dr

1602 W Tilden St

1607 W Walnut St

56 Ridgecrest Dr

1025 Crescent Dr
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Ruidoso, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ruidoso?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruidoso Studio Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| Ruidoso 1 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $411 | $1,850 |
| Ruidoso 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $486 | $2,550 |
| Ruidoso 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,527 | $621 | $3,156 |
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Cheapest Available Ruidoso Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ruidoso, 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 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 |
| Sierra Vista Village | 2B/1B SS | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Mirador Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| La Tierra 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Christa Lee Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR,2BA | $855 |
| Willow Springs Apartments | Faywood | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| Spring River Luxury Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,291 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruidoso, NM
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ruidoso area is the $1.26 price per square foot 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath B Model at Villas of Briar Ridge in the starting from $1,504. The second greatest value Ruidoso apartment is the Two Bedroom Large Model at Christa Lee Manor Apartments starting at $855 with a $0.90 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruidoso 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 | $1.26 |
| Christa Lee Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom Large | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Wilshire Gardens 55+ | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Sonoma Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| La Tierra 55+ | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 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 |
| Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ruidoso Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruidoso Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruidoso Apartment is $544 at Azotea Apartments 62+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ruidoso Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ruidoso is starting from $676 at Wilshire Gardens 55+.
What is the most affordable Ruidoso Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ruidoso Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cottonwood Commons and starts from $621.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.