Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lea County, NM from $300 (9 Rentals)
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Lea County, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lea County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lea County Studio Apartments | $770 | $770 | $770 |
| Lea County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,165 | $324 | $1,673 |
| Lea County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $383 | $2,025 |
| Lea County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $438 | $2,667 |
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Cheapest Available Lea County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lea County, NM is a 2 Beds unit found at Parkside Terrace priced from $383. Jefferson House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lea County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Terrace | Two Bedroom and One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $383 |
| Jefferson House Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Eagle Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lea County, NM
As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lea County area is the $1.50 price per square foot B2 Model at Oak Manor Villas in the starting from $1,964. The second greatest value Lea County apartment is the Unfurnished Model at Summerwind Terrace Townhomes starting at $1,295 with a $1.18 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lea County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Manor Villas | B2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.50 |
| Summerwind Terrace Townhomes | Unfurnished | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Sorrento Villas | 2x2 (1057sf) B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Lovington Trails | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Parkside Terrace | Two Bedroom and One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.40 |
| 2422 N Houston St, Unit 2508 | 2422 N Houston St | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Windscape Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Woodleaf - FREE Utilities | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Eagle Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Sorrento Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lea County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lea County?
The cheapest apartment in Lea County is Jefferson House Apartments which is listed at $870, while the average apartment in Lea County costs $1,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lea County?
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 Lea County 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 Lea County?
Cheap apartments in Lea County have an average cost of $279 which is $1,716 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lea County.
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