
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Taos, NM from $300 (53 Rentals)
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Loma Parda 55+

Taos Haus +6

Ochenta Apartments

El Cerrito

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500 Callejon Rd, Unit Rental space, Unit Rental space

Bella Vista

Santa Fe Suites

Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities Included

Casitas Del Bella
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Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments

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Enchanted Hills

Artista

Elevate at Oslo

Meadowlark Apartments

Allegro at Tanoan

Canyon Walk Income Restricted

Talavera Apartment Homes
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Vista Linda

The Orchards

Dakota Canyon

Cielo Luxury Living Apartments

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Vizcaya

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Local 1896

Coronado Townhomes

Presidium Casa Siena

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The Mica
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Camino Real Apartments

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Turquesa

Soleras Station

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Allaso High Desert

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Solwyn

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Arcadia

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Madera Apartments

Altitude at Vizcaya

The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta

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South Meadows
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Sierra Blanca Senior Living

230 W 1st St

6894 CO-12

Casa Loma Apartments

2800 Cerrillos Rd

2600 W Zia Rd

San Isidro - Washer/Dryer Included

941 Calle Mejia

812 Cam De Monte Rey

2712 Calle De Oriente Norte
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Taos, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Taos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taos Studio Apartments | $1,063 | $899 | $2,034 |
| Taos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $491 | $2,983 |
| Taos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $582 | $4,053 |
| Taos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $1,084 | $4,281 |
| Taos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,555 | $2,455 | $2,655 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tierra Montosa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $353 |
| Taos Haus +6 | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $592 |
| Ochenta Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $739 |
| El Cerrito | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $749 |
| Santa Fe Suites | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities Included | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Casitas Del Bella | Efficiency Grey Walls | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $993 |
| Sierra Blanca Senior Living | Studio | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 623 Zuni St, Unit Unit D | 623 Zuni St | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Terra at Enchanted Hills | 2 X 2.5 (1-Car Gar) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| El Cerrito | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Local 1896 | 2x1AR1T2 - 2X1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Ochenta Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Taos Haus +6 | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Tierra Montosa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.49 |
| 500 Callejon Rd, Unit Rental space | 500 Callejon Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,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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