Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Fe, NM from $900 (15 Rentals)

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Las Palomas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Las Palomas

2000-2001 Hopewell StSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Paseo del Sol
2 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo del Sol

4551 Paseo Del SolSanta Fe, NM 87507
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601 W San Mateo Rd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

601 W San Mateo Rd

601 W San Mateo RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Fe, NM

Pricing Updated: 06/13/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Santa Fe, NM area range in price from $950 to $4,560 with an overall median price of $2,399. The three Santa Fe neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Viento Del Norte at $1,250, Arroyo Chamiso at $950, and Barrio La Canada at $950. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Fe Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Viento Del Norte$2,100$1,25019
Arroyo Chamiso$2,175$95071
Barrio La Canada$2,175$95074
Don Digeo$2,175$95071
Historic Santa Fe$2,175$95063
Hopewell$2,175$95075
San Mateo$2,175$95070
Vista Encantada$2,175$1,19938
Downtown Santa Fe$2,200$1,6004
Southwest Santa Fe$2,515$950303

Cheapest Available Santa Fe Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Fe, NM is a Studio unit found at Santa Fe Suites in the Arroyo Chamiso neighborhood priced from $950. Vista Alegre Apartments in the Pueblos Del Sol neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,042. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Fe apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Santa Fe SuitesStudioStudio,1BA$950
Vista Alegre ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,042
Sierra Blanca ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Elevate at OsloStudio - 325Studio,1BA$1,199
Dakota CanyonLa CasitaStudio,1BA$1,355

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Fe, NM

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Fe area is the $1.75 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome Model at Bluffs at Tierra Contenta in the in the Tiempo Lindo neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Santa Fe apartment is the 3x2ArT1-T - 3X2 Renovated Model at Local 1896 starting at $2,522 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Pueblos Del Sol neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Fe apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bluffs at Tierra Contenta4 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome4BR,2BA$1.75
Local 18963x2ArT1-T - 3X2 Renovated3BR,2BA$1.94
4300 Calle Andrew, Unit C4300 Calle Andrew2BR,1.5BA$1.75
409 La Joya Rd, Unit C409 La Joya RdStudio ,1BA$1.55
San Miguel Court3x23BR,2BA$2.21
The MicaThe Pines1BR,1BA$2.06
Casa Loma Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.12
Talavera Apartment HomesPinon2BR,1BA$2.21
Vista Linda1 Bedroom | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.14
Vista Alegre Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.15

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Santa Fe Overview

The state capitol of New Mexico and the fourth largest city in the state, Santa Fe apartments are a great way to get to know this dynamic metropolis. Combining artistic architectural flair and the serene natural desert beauty the area is known for, Santa Fe is a fantastic place to call home.

Why live in Santa Fe, NM?

From the comfortable year-round climate to the architectural flair for which the city is known, Santa Fe apartments make a great place to call home for working young professionals and families on the go as well. Artists flock to the region for the eternal muse of the sunset over the mountains, and the downtown scene is dotted by funky boutiques, independent eateries and an abundance of art galleries.

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Getting Around Santa Fe, NM

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Fe Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Fe?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Fe is at Santa Fe Suites listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Fe Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Fe Apartment is $1,117 at Vista Alegre Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Fe Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Fe is starting from $1,590 at Vizcaya.

What is the most affordable Santa Fe Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Santa Fe Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bluffs at Tierra Contenta and starts from $1,900.

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