Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Santa Fe Neighborhood of Santa Fe, NM from $800 (13 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 to 3 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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Southwest Santa Fe, Santa Fe, NM Local Guide

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 Santa Fe Suites priced from $849. Sierra Blanca Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Southwest Santa Fe apartments for rent in Santa Fe, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Santa Fe SuitesStudioStudio,1BA$849
Sierra Blanca Senior LivingStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Evergreen Apartments1x1-B1BR,1BA$1,149
Vista Alegre ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,180
Elevate at OsloStudio - 325Studio,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Santa Fe, NM

As of October 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Santa Fe area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Casa Loma Apartments in the in the Don Digeo neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Southwest Santa Fe apartment is the 2 Bedrooms Model at Shoofly Station Apartments starting at $2,250 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Pueblos Del Sol neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Santa Fe apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Casa Loma Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.71
Shoofly Station Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR,2BA$2.18
4300 Calle Andrew, Unit A4300 Calle Andrew2BR,1.5BA$1.70
The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.78
Artista2x12BR,1BA$2.10
Local 18961x1ArT1 - 1X1 Renovated1BR,1BA$2.15
Turquesa1A1BR,1BA$2.26
South MeadowsRio Chama1BR,1BA$2.20
Evergreen Apartments1x1-B1BR,1BA$1.70
VizcayaCarlsbad1BR,1BA$2.22

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Southwest Santa Fe, Santa Fe, NM

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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Santa Fe. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Southwest Santa Fe Neighborhood in Santa Fe, NM

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Santa Fe Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Santa Fe?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Santa Fe is at Santa Fe Suites listed at $849.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Santa Fe Apartment is $1,149 at Evergreen Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Santa Fe is starting from $1,378 at Evergreen Apartments.

What is the most affordable Southwest Santa Fe Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southwest Santa Fe Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Talavera Apartment Homes and starts from $1,599.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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