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3007 S Saint Francis DrSanta Fe, NM 87505
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3357 Cerrillos RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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1469 Zepol RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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2020 Calle LorcaSanta Fe, NM 87505
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2029 Calle LorcaSanta Fe, NM 87505
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3470 Cerrillos RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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3055 Jemez RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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4129 S Meadows RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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2500 Sawmill RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
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1896 Lorca DrSanta Fe, NM 87505
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6332 Entrada de MilagroSanta Fe, NM 87507
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2800 S Meadows RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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2501 W Zia Rd
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4700 Wagon RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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5520 Wellness WaySanta Fe, NM 87507
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6600 Jaguar DrSanta Fe, NM 87507
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2525 S Meadows RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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2725 Agua Fria StSanta Fe, NM 87507
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5750 Airport RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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5300 Las Soleras DrSanta Fe, NM 87507
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2000-2001 Hopewell StSanta Fe, NM 87505
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4551 Paseo Del SolSanta Fe, NM 87507
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2961 Galisteo RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
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601 W San Mateo RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
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100 Rio Vista PlSanta Fe, NM 87501
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4501 San IgnacioSanta Fe, NM 87507
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Fe?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Santa Fe Studio Apartments | $1,207 | $899 | $2,212 |
| Cheap Santa Fe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $1,246 | $2,881 |
| Cheap Santa Fe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,993 | $738 | $2,949 |
| Cheap Santa Fe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $853 | $3,900 |
| Cheap Santa Fe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,499 | $2,399 | $2,599 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Fe, NM
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Santa Fe, NM area range in price from $738 to $3,900 with an overall median price of $2,244. The three Santa Fe neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Arroyo Chamiso at $899, Don Digeo at $1,249, and Historic Santa Fe at $1,249. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Fe Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Chamiso | $1,799 | $899 | 60 |
| Don Digeo | $1,799 | $1,249 | 36 |
| Historic Santa Fe | $1,799 | $1,249 | 29 |
| Hopewell | $1,799 | $899 | 94 |
| San Mateo | $1,799 | $899 | 59 |
| Downtown Santa Fe | $1,900 | $1,450 | 3 |
| Plaza De Castillo | $1,946 | $899 | 106 |
| Barrio La Canada | $2,081 | $1,249 | 31 |
| Viento Del Norte | $2,300 | $1,450 | 7 |
| Vista Encantada | $2,300 | $1,450 | 6 |
Cheapest Available Santa Fe Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Fe, NM is a 2 Beds unit found at Cresta Ranch Apartments in the Tiempo Lindo neighborhood priced from $738. Santa Fe Suites in the Pueblos Del Sol neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Fe apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cresta Ranch Apartments | Two Bedroom - 30% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $738 |
| Santa Fe Suites | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Casitas Del Bella | Efficiency w/ stove top | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Sierra Blanca Senior Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Vista Alegre Apartments | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,176 |
| Elevate at Oslo | Studio - 325 | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Artista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Dakota Canyon | La Casa A | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $1,369 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Fe, NM
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Fe area is the $1.82 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta in the in the Tiempo Lindo neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Santa Fe apartment is the 2/2 Model at Don Diego starting at $1,900 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Arroyo Chamiso neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Fe apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta | 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Don Diego | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Local 1896 | 2x1AR1T2 - 2X1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Cresta Ranch Apartments | Two Bedroom - 80% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Turquesa | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| South Meadows | Rio Chama | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Vista Linda | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Vizcaya | Carlsbad | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Artista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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What is a cheap apartment in Santa Fe?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Fe is under $1,369.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Fe?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Fe is Vista Alegre Apartments which is listed at $1,246, while the average apartment in Santa Fe costs $2,244.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Fe?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 438 regular apartments in Santa Fe that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Santa Fe?
Cheap apartments in Santa Fe have an average cost of $403 which is $1,841 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Fe.
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