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Santa Cruz, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Cruz, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Casa de Encantada Senior Apartments in the Encantado del Norte Heritage Series neighborhood priced from $936. Santa Fe Suites in the Arroyo Chamiso neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Cruz apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Casa de Encantada Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$936
Santa Fe SuitesStudioStudio,1BA$950
Bluffs 55+ Income RestrictedOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,099
Sierra Blanca ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Canyon Walk Income RestrictedOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,135

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, NM and Nearby

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Cruz area is the $1.45 price per square foot 3 x 3.5 (2-car Gar) Model at Terra at Enchanted Hills in the in the Encantado del Norte Heritage Series neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Santa Cruz apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome Model at Bluffs at Tierra Contenta starting at $2,420 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Tiempo Lindo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Cruz apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Terra at Enchanted Hills3 x 3.5 (2-car Gar)3BR,3.5BA$1.45
Bluffs at Tierra Contenta4 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome4BR,2BA$1.84
Canyon Walk Income RestrictedOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Enchanted HillsDiego2BR,1BA$1.71
The MicaThe Pinon2BR,1BA$2.10
Local 18961x1ArT1 - 1X1 Renovated1BR,1BA$2.06
Bluffs 55+ Income RestrictedOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.65
The OrchardsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.09
Talavera Apartment HomesSequoia1BR,1BA$2.11
Casa de Encantada Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Cruz

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Cruz?

There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, NM with pricing that ranges from $936 to $4,215. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Cruz ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Cruz?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Cruz ranges from $1,000 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,530.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Cruz?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Cruz range from $1,574 to $4,215, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $4,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,420.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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