Cheap Apartments for Rent in Taos, NM from $300 (53 Rentals)

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Bella Vista
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Vista

110 Otono RdTaos, NM 87571
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Local 1896
$1,553 - $2,507
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Local 1896

1896 Lorca DrSanta Fe, NM 87505
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The Mica
$1,573 - $1,901
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The Mica

825 Calle MejiaSanta Fe, NM 87501
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Turquesa
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$1,594 - $2,678
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Turquesa

4700 Wagon RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Allaso High Desert
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$1,648 - $2,964
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Allaso High Desert

6701 Tennyson St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87111
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Solwyn
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$1,673 - $2,884
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Solwyn

5520 Wellness WaySanta Fe, NM 87507
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Arcadia
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$1,749 - $2,934
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Arcadia

5300 Las Soleras DrSanta Fe, NM 87507
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Madera Apartments
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$1,759 - $2,757
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$1,759 - $2,757

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Madera Apartments

2525 S Meadows RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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South Meadows
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$1,771 - $2,597
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South Meadows

2800 S Meadows RdSanta Fe, NM 87507
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230 W 1st St

TrinidadCO81082
property at 6894 CO-12

$1,250

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6894 CO-12

WestonCO81091
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Casa Loma Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Loma Apartments

100 Rio Vista PlSanta Fe, NM 87501
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$1,500 - $2,000

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941 Calle Mejia

Santa FeNM87501

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Taos, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Available Taos Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Taos, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Tierra Montosa priced from $353. Taos Haus +6 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $592. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Taos apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tierra Montosa1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$353
Taos Haus +62 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$592
Ochenta Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$739
El Cerrito2 BR2BR,1BA$749
Santa Fe SuitesStudioStudio,1BA$899
Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities IncludedStudioStudio,1BA$900
Casitas Del BellaEfficiency Grey WallsStudio,1BA$925
Casa de Encantada Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$993
Sierra Blanca Senior LivingStudioStudio,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Taos, NM and Nearby

As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Taos area is the $1.56 price per square foot 623 Zuni St Model at 623 Zuni St, Unit Unit D in the starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Taos apartment is the 2 X 2.5 (1-Car Gar) Model at Terra at Enchanted Hills starting at $1,999 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Encantado del Norte Heritage Series neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Taos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
623 Zuni St, Unit Unit D623 Zuni St2BR,2BA$1.56
Terra at Enchanted Hills2 X 2.5 (1-Car Gar)2BR,2.5BA$1.64
Allegro at Tanoan2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.68
El Cerrito2 BR2BR,1BA$0.77
Local 18962x1AR1T2 - 2X1 Renovated2BR,1BA$1.63
Ochenta Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$0.97
Taos Haus +62 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$0.70
Tierra Montosa1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.49
500 Callejon Rd, Unit Rental space500 Callejon Rd1BR,1BA$1.32
Evergreen Apartments1x1-B1BR,1BA$1.70

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Taos Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Taos?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Taos is at Santa Fe Suites listed at $899.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Taos Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Taos Apartment is $353 at Tierra Montosa.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Taos is starting from $592 at Taos Haus +6.

What is the most affordable Taos Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Taos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Taos Haus +6 and starts from $681.

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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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