Cheap Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM from $400 (53 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Las Cruces.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

Read Article
close
View Me
Elli Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elli Apartments

2301 Kent RdLas Cruces, NM 88001
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Desert Palms
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Palms

2405 W Picacho AveLas Cruces, NM 88007
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Puerta del Sol
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Puerta del Sol

505 W Griggs AveLas Cruces, NM 88005
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Sunset Peak Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Peak Apartments

825 S Telshor BlvdLas Cruces, NM 88011
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Espina Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Espina Apartments

2105 S Espina StLas Cruces, NM 88001
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Vista Montana
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Montana

316 Foster RdLas Cruces, NM 88001
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Telshor Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Telshor Apartments

999 S Telshor BlvdLas Cruces, NM 88011
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Pines Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pines Apartments

1625 Gladys DrLas Cruces, NM 88001
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Los Amigos
1 Bedroom Apartments

Los Amigos

1675 S Telshor BlvdLas Cruces, NM 88011
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Los Altos Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Altos Apartments

2301 El Camino RealLas Cruces, NM 88007
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Buena Vida
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Buena Vida

1505 La Fonda DrLas Cruces, NM 88001
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Alta Tierra
2 Bedroom Apartments

Alta Tierra

1500 E Madrid AveLas Cruces, NM 88001
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Valley Verde
3 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Verde

1751 W Hadley AveLas Cruces, NM 88005
  • Smoke Free
close
View Me
Four Hills Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Four Hills Apartments

2595 Mars AveLas Cruces, NM 88012
  • Utilities Included
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 2

Las Cruces, NM Local Guide

Photo of Staff Writer - Local Guide Expert
Written By:
Staff Writer
Local Guide Expert

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Las Cruces, NM

Pricing Updated: 04/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Las Cruces, NM area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Las Cruces Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Las Cruces$1,660$65051

Cheapest Available Las Cruces Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Las Cruces, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountain Springs Pointe in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood priced from $700. Casitas at 805 N 17Th St. in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Las Cruces apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mountain Springs Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Casitas at 805 N 17Th St.StudioStudio,1BA$725
1655 S MainContemporary1BR,1BA$795
Sun Ridge Village1 Bedroom - Small1BR,1BA$800
OMNI-Centre SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Regency Pointe ApartmentsThe Senator1BR,1BA$835
Sierra VerdeLa Sierra1BR,1BA$845
Colony Mesa Apartments2 bedroom 1 bath - Colony Garden2BR,1BA$875
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Las Cruces, NM

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Las Cruces area is the $1.16 price per square foot The Catlina Model at The Pavilions at South Fork in the starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Las Cruces apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bath - Colony Garden Model at Colony Mesa Apartments starting at $875 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Downtown Las Cruces neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Las Cruces apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Pavilions at South ForkThe Catlina2BR,2BA$1.16
Colony Mesa Apartments2 bedroom 1 bath - Colony Garden2BR,1BA$0.81
Pavilions At UniversityAggie2BR,2BA$1.21
700 California Ave2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.17
2609 Dona Ana Rd, Unit Dona Ana #22609 Dona Ana Rd2BR,1BA$1.14
Verge at Las Cruces2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.88
1006 Luna St, Unit 10061006 Luna St2BR,1BA$1.20
Woodcrest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Regency Pointe ApartmentsThe Senator1BR,1BA$1.24
Sierra VerdeLa Sierra1BR,1BA$1.30

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Las Cruces Overview

As an economic and geographic center, Las Cruces is home to many historical, economic and cultural backdrops. It has never been a better time to rent Las Cruces apartments as the unique combination of these three makes it a very exciting place to live as well as a city on the rise with a lot of future potential growth. 

Why live in Las Cruces, NM?

Las Cruces is a fantastic place to live if you are looking for that Southwest lifestyle. Desert and mountain views, outdoor adventure, and proximity to other Southwest cities like El Paso and Albuquerque, makes Las Cruces a little oasis for many.

Best Local Schools in
Las Cruces, NM

School data provided by Great Schools

Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
Location, Location, Location!

Explore Las Cruces, NM Rentals by Map

Decorative image of map

See the most popular apartments and homes in Las Cruces, NM

View MapLas Cruces, NM Apartments MapView MapLas Cruces, NM Rental Homes Map

Getting Around Las Cruces, NM

Walk Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Las Cruces, NM Area Reviews

  • Location

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Las Cruces Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Las Cruces?

The cheapest apartment in Las Cruces is Mountain Springs Pointe which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Las Cruces costs $1,660.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Las Cruces?

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 1 regular apartments in Las Cruces 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 Las Cruces?

Cheap apartments in Las Cruces have an average cost of $387 which is $1,273 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Las Cruces.

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.

decorative image for Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money article

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

decorative image for Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters article

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

decorative image for Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants article

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

decorative image for Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs article

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.