
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, NM from $700 (21 Rentals)
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Volcanes Commons

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San Rafael, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Rafael?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Rafael Studio Apartments | $1,306 | $840 | $1,893 |
| San Rafael 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $730 | $2,257 |
| San Rafael 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $895 | $3,995 |
| San Rafael 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,330 | $1,150 | $3,445 |
| San Rafael 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,274 | $1,300 | $3,763 |
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Cheapest Available San Rafael Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Rafael, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Volcanes Commons in the Alamosa neighborhood priced from $902. Tierra Pointe in the Ironhorse at El Rancho Grande neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $913. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Rafael apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $913 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Rafael, NM and Nearby
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Rafael area is the $1.00 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Taylor Ridge Apartments in the in the Southwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value San Rafael apartment is the B5 Model at The Aubry starting at $1,707 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Rafael apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Aubry | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| City View | 2 Bed 2 Bath B | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Rafael Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Rafael?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Rafael is at Tierra Pointe listed at $913.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Rafael Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Rafael Apartment is $902 at Volcanes Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Rafael Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Rafael is starting from $1,073 at Volcanes Commons.
What is the most affordable San Rafael Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Rafael Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Volcanes Commons and starts from $1,232.
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