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Santa Fe Suites
3007 S Saint Francis DrSanta Fe, NM 87505
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Mateo Neighborhood of Santa Fe, NM from $900 (26 Rentals)
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1450 Cerrillos Rd
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Evergreen Apartments
2020 Calle LorcaSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Dakota Canyon
501 W Zia RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
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$1,399 - $1,7991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Artista
2029 Calle LorcaSanta Fe, NM 87505
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ArtHouse Apartments
1001 Midtown Calle CentralSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Local 1896
1896 Lorca DrSanta Fe, NM 87505
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$1,430 - $4,4751 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vizcaya
2500 Sawmill RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
2501 W Zia Rd, Unit West Side
2501 W Zia Rd
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1708 Paseo De Peralta
Santa FeNM87505
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$1,740 - $3,8051 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Altitude at Vizcaya
543 Rodeo RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
2410 Camino Capitan
Santa FeNM87505
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149 Calle Ojo Feliz, Unit 149 Calle Ojos Feliz
149 Calle Ojo Feliz
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2210 Miguel Chavez Rd, Unit 1414
2210 Miguel Chavez Rd
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505 Grant Ave
Santa FeNM87501
235 Irvine St
Santa FeNM87501
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San Mateo de Santa Fe
601 W San Mateo RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Las Palomas
2000-2001 Hopewell StSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Fiesta
121 Fiesta StSanta Fe, NM 87501
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Olympus Rodeo
1475 Rodeo RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
142 Duran St
Santa FeNM87501
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Railyard Flats
701 Camino de la FamiliaSanta Fe, NM 87501
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Don Diego
737 Don Diego AveSanta Fe, NM 87505
601 W San Mateo Rd
Santa FeNM87505
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406 Griffin
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603 Paseo De Peralta
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San Mateo, Santa Fe, NM Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Mateo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo Studio Apartments | $1,512 | $999 | $2,005 |
| San Mateo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $1,150 | $2,369 |
| San Mateo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $1,249 | $2,967 |
| San Mateo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,357 | $1,799 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available San Mateo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Mateo area of Santa Fe, NM is a Studio unit found at Santa Fe Suites priced from $999. Evergreen Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,369. Here are the most affordable San Mateo apartments for rent in Santa Fe, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Suites | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $1,369 |
| Dakota Canyon | La Casa A | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Fiesta | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Vizcaya | Madrid | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
| Artista | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Altitude at Vizcaya | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $1,740 |
| Don Diego | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,900 |
| Local 1896 | 2x1AR1T2 - 2X1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,930 |
| ArtHouse Apartments | Junior 2 Bedroom D1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Mateo, NM
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Mateo area is the $1.90 price per square foot 2/2 Model at Don Diego in the in the Arroyo Chamiso neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value San Mateo apartment is the 2x1AR1T2 - 2X1 Renovated Model at Local 1896 starting at $1,930 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Pueblos Del Sol neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Mateo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Don Diego | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Local 1896 | 2x1AR1T2 - 2X1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| ArtHouse Apartments | Junior 2 Bedroom D1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Altitude at Vizcaya | Manzano | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Artista | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Vizcaya | Madrid | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Dakota Canyon | La Casita | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Fiesta | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.62 |
| Santa Fe Suites | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Mateo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Mateo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Mateo Apartment is $1,369 at Evergreen Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Mateo is starting from $1,599 at Artista.
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