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Ruidoso, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ruidoso Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ruidoso, NM is a Studio unit found at 311 Mechem Dr priced from $550. Sierra Vista Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ruidoso apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
311 Mechem DrStudioStudio,1BA$550
Sierra Vista Village1B/1B Flat1BR,1BA$650
Mesa Verde - FREE UtilitiesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$773
Mirador Apartments2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$800
Villas of Briar Ridge2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,129

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruidoso, NM

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ruidoso area is the $1.69 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at McGuffey Vistas in the starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Ruidoso apartment is the 3 BR Model at 311 Mechem Dr starting at $1,300 with a $1.30 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruidoso apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
McGuffey VistasThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.69
311 Mechem Dr3 BR3BR,2BA$1.30
The Vue Apartments1 Bedroom FURNISHED1BR,1BA$1.80
Sonoma Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Willow Springs ApartmentsFaywood2BR,2BA$1.64
Villas of Briar Ridge2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.31
Woodlands Cabins2 bed2BR,1BA$1.62
Cuestas Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.91
Sierra Vista Village2B/1B1BR,1BA$1.42
Mesa Verde - FREE UtilitiesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ruidoso

What type of rentals are currently available in Ruidoso?

There are currently 36 Apartments for Rent in Ruidoso, NM with pricing that ranges from $568 to $2,750. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ruidoso ranging from $885 to $4,650.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ruidoso?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ruidoso ranges from $885 to $4,650 with an average monthly rent of $1,739.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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