Bedroom count
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Last updated on September 18, 2026
Average rent in
Las Cruces, NM
Average rent in
Last updated on September 18, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Las Cruces rent stands today
Las Cruces, NM rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,400/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with no month-to-month change in rents recently.
Compared to national trends
Las Cruces is 26.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value. The city has a total of 126 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents in Las Cruces start at $816/month, while 1-bedroom units are at $772/month. Larger units range from $1,000/month for 2-bedrooms to $2,000/month for 4+ bedrooms, with 3-bedroom units at $1,655/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Las Cruces
$1,400/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Las Cruces is $1,400 per month as of September 2026. This is 26% below the national average rent, or $500 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Las Cruces
126
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Las Cruces rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Las Cruces, NM
Average rent prices in Las Cruces have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Las Cruces, NM
Rent prices in Las Cruces vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Las Cruces is $950, whereas a house costs $1,662. 1-bedroom apartments in Las Cruces run $750 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $970.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $816 |  7% | 37% | |
1 bedroom | $772 | 3% |  10% | |
2 bedroom | $1,000 | 7% | 13% | |
3 bedroom | $1,655 | 4% | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $2,000 | 12% | 4% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Las Cruces, NM.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $950 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,400 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $1,662 | 6% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$816
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
37%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$772
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
10%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
13%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,655
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
4%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Las Cruces, NM.
Apartments
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$1,662
Last 30 days
6%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Las Cruces, NM, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Las Cruces, NM compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Las Cruces and Alamogordo by all bedroom counts and property types.
Las Cruces
26%lower than the national median
14%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Las Cruces, NM is 14% lower than the median rent in Alamogordo, NM.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,629
3%$1,895
49%$1,925
19%$950
9%$1,600
8%$1,937
30%$1,369
$1,000
12%$1,800
$1,650
24%$1,650
3%$1,950
19%Cost of living in Las Cruces, NM
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 6% lower |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 12% higher |
| Housing | 17% lower |
| Transportation | 8% lower |
| Utilities | 20% lower |
Discover rentals in Las Cruces, NM
5d+ ago
2801 W Picacho Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88007
Studio
1 bath
$400
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1102 Van Patten Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88005
2 beds
1 bath
$600
Apartment for rent
3d ago
905 Branson Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
2d ago
5046 Inspiration Ln, Las Cruces, NM 88011
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Las Cruces
4 beds
3 baths
$4,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Las Cruces
4 beds
4 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Las Cruces
1032 Carver Rd, Las Cruces, NM 88005
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
Available Aug 24
5d+ ago
House for rent in Las Cruces
2355 Tuscan Hills Ln, Las Cruces, NM 88011
3 beds
3 baths
$3,500
House for rent
Available Aug 7
1h ago
180 Three Crosses Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88005
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,000–$1,200
Apartment for rent
1d ago
855 E University Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,228–$1,970
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 17
1d ago
1710 S Espina St, Las Cruces, NM 88001
2 beds
2 baths
$1,475
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Las Cruces
3 beds
2 baths
$1,795
House for rent
9h ago
3000 Majestic Rdg, Las Cruces, NM 88011
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$835–$1,015
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1615 E University Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001
4 beds
2 baths
$1,290
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Las Cruces
2135 Garrison Rd #2137, Las Cruces, NM 88001
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 7
5d+ ago
House for rent in Las Cruces
3956 Santa Sophia Rd #1, Las Cruces, NM 88012
4 beds
3 baths
$1,985
House for rent
Available Sep 1
3d ago
2102 Wyoming Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
Apartment for rent
1d ago
825 S Telshor Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88011
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$580–$920
Apartment for rent
20h ago
1820 Rentfrow Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001
2 beds
1 bath
$965
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1460 Alamo St, Las Cruces, NM 88001
1 bed
1 bath
$720
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Las Cruces, NM
Quick answers to common questions about the Las Cruces rental market.
How much is rent in Las Cruces?
The average rent in Las Cruces is $1,400 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Las Cruces?
Average rent prices in Las Cruces have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Las Cruces rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Las Cruces is 26% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $500 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Las Cruces?
To comfortably afford rent in Las Cruces, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Las Cruces?
March offers the best rental deals in Las Cruces, with rents running approximately 7% lower than December, which sees the highest prices of the year.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).