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Casitas Del Bella
3357 Cerrillos RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Santa Fe Suites
3007 S Saint Francis DrSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Vista Alegre Apartments
1469 Zepol RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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2020 Calle LorcaSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Elevate at Oslo
3470 Cerrillos RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Artista
2029 Calle LorcaSanta Fe, NM 87505
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4129 S Meadows RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Vizcaya
2500 Sawmill RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
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1001 Midtown Calle CentralSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Local 1896
1896 Lorca DrSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Dakota Canyon
501 W Zia RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
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Rancho Carrera Apartments
4000 La Carrera LnSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Cresta Ranch Apartments
48 Raptor RdSanta Fe, NM 87508
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Camino Real Apartments
3480 Todos Santos StSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Cielo Luxury Living Apartments
5200 Beckner RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Presidium Casa Siena
5750 Airport RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Turquesa
4700 Wagon RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Soleras Station
4804 Rail Runner RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
2501 W Zia Rd, Unit West Side
2501 W Zia Rd
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Solwyn
5520 Wellness WaySanta Fe, NM 87507
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South Meadows
2800 S Meadows RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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543 Rodeo RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
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941 Calle Mejia
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1708 Paseo De Peralta
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The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta
6600 Jaguar DrSanta Fe, NM 87507
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149 Calle Ojo Feliz, Unit 149 Calle Ojos Feliz
149 Calle Ojo Feliz
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207 Camino De Los Marquez
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The Mica
825 Calle MejiaSanta Fe, NM 87501
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Arcadia
5300 Las Soleras DrSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Madera Apartments
2525 S Meadows RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
2210 Miguel Chavez Rd, Unit 1414
2210 Miguel Chavez Rd
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Acequia Lofts
2725 Agua Fria StSanta Fe, NM 87507
245/247 Casados St
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727 Montez Pl
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Paseo del Sol
4551 Paseo Del SolSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Sierra Blanca Senior Living
2961 Galisteo RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
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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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Casa Loma Apartments
100 Rio Vista PlSanta Fe, NM 87501
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San Isidro - Washer/Dryer Included
4501 San IgnacioSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Vista Linda
6332 Entrada de MilagroSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Fiesta
121 Fiesta StSanta Fe, NM 87501
726 W Manhattan Ave
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739 Montez Pl
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Olympus Rodeo
1475 Rodeo RdSanta Fe, NM 87505
2600 W Zia Rd
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138 Ridgecrest Dr
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941 Calle Mejia
Santa FeNM87501
2501 W Zia Rd
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Southwest Santa Fe, Santa Fe, NM Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Santa Fe?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Southwest Santa Fe Studio Apartments | $1,251 | $925 | $2,056 |
| Southwest Santa Fe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,835 | $1,249 | $2,835 |
| Southwest Santa Fe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $1,249 | $2,967 |
| Southwest Santa Fe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,509 | $1,722 | $3,900 |
| Southwest Santa Fe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,464 | $2,464 | $2,464 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Santa Fe Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Santa Fe area of Santa Fe, NM is a Studio unit found at Casitas Del Bella priced from $925. Santa Fe Suites has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Southwest Santa Fe apartments for rent in Santa Fe, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casitas Del Bella | Efficiency w/ stove top | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Santa Fe Suites | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Vista Alegre Apartments | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Sierra Blanca Senior Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Elevate at Oslo | Studio - 325 | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Artista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Talavera Apartment Homes | Sequoia | 1BR,1BA | $1,369 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $1,369 |
| Vizcaya | Carlsbad | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Dakota Canyon | La Casa A | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Santa Fe, NM
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Santa Fe area is the $1.87 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta in the in the Tiempo Lindo neighborhood starting from $2,464. The second greatest value Southwest 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 Southwest Santa Fe apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta | 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Don Diego | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| Cresta Ranch Apartments | Two Bedroom - 80% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| The Mica | The Pinon | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Cielo Luxury Living Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Turquesa | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Vizcaya | Carlsbad | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Rancho Carrera Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Artista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Santa Fe Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Santa Fe?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Santa Fe is under $1,415.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Santa Fe?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Santa Fe is Vista Alegre Apartments which is listed at $1,249, while the average apartment in Southwest Santa Fe costs $2,619.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 43 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest Santa Fe?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Santa Fe have an average cost of $257 which is $2,362 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Santa Fe.
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