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Highlights
- Central heat and air
- Professionals
Location
1540 Arizona Dr, Portales, NM 88130, USA
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1540 Arizona offers strong overall value, with an 8.4 Zumper expert rating, excellent price and location scores, and solid amenities and trustworthiness. Notable features include central heat and air, and its close proximity to a grocery store may add everyday convenience for professionals.
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Things you’ll love
Pool
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 744 sqft | $800 /mo | 1 unit available | Located near ENMU, 2 bedroom, 1 bath (ground level) apartment. Central heating and cooling. Water is paid. |
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Amenities for 1540 Arizona
Services
| Owner Pays Water |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Property details
| Units | 8 |
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About 1540 Arizona
Located near ENMU, 2 bedroom, 1 bath (ground level) apartment. Central heating and cooling. Water is paid.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1540 Arizona is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1540 Arizona has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1540 Arizona offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1540 Arizona is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1540 Arizona is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1540 Arizona does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1540 Arizona compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Pool
- Enhanced community features
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2.0 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.8 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.4 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Portales
2-bedroom apartments at 1540 Arizona cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portales.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Portales
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $550 |
| December 2024 | $575 |
| January 2025 | $618 |
| February 2025 | $561 |
| March 2025 | $549 |
| April 2025 | $538 |
| May 2025 | $549 |
| June 2025 | $605 |
| July 2025 | $599 |
| August 2025 | $600 |
| September 2025 | $630 |
| October 2025 | $607 |
| November 2025 | $599 |
| December 2025 | $600 |
| January 2026 | $601 |
| February 2026 | $599 |
| March 2026 | $659 |
| April 2026 | $581 |
| May 2026 | $598 |
| June 2026 | $599 |
| July 2026 | $571 |
| August 2026 | $562 |
| September 2026 | $612 |
| October 2026 | $745 |
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Can I afford to live at 1540 Arizona Dr?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$32,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near 1540 Arizona
James Elementary School
701 west 18th st
portales, NM, 88130
1-2Public
B+
Brown Early Childhood Center
520 west 5th st
portales, NM, 88130
PK, KPublic
B+
Valencia Elementary School
1415 south globe
portales, NM, 88130
3-4Public
B
Neighborhood
Getting around Portales near 1540 Arizona Dr
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 1540 Arizona Dr, Portales
Groceries
5/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within a short drive
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive
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