Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, NM (9 Rentals)

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Santa Cruz, NM Local Guide

Largest Available Santa Cruz and Nearby Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Santa Cruz, NM is found at Presidium Casa Siena in the Pueblos Del Sol neighborhood and is 565 square feet priced from $1,570. Vista Alegre Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 520 square feet and currently listed start at $1,341. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Presidium Casa SienaS1565 Sq Ft$1,570
Vista Alegre ApartmentsStudio, 1 Bath520 Sq Ft$1,341
Dakota CanyonLa Casita500 Sq Ft$1,395

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz and Nearby Studio Apartments

As of April 23, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Santa Cruz, NM is the Studio Model starting from $900 at Santa Fe Suites in the Arroyo Chamiso neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz Studio is the Studio Model at Sierra Blanca Apartments starting at $1,100 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $1,501. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Santa Fe SuitesStudio$900
Sierra Blanca ApartmentsStudio$1,100
Elevate at OsloStudio - 325$1,105

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Cruz with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Santa Cruz is at Santa Fe Suites listed at $900.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santa Cruz is $1,501.

What is the largest available Studio Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 565 square feet unit starting from $1,570 at Presidium Casa Siena.

What is the average size for Santa Cruz Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Santa Cruz is currently 476 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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