# Average Rent in Las Cruces, NM & Rent Trends

> 7 Las Cruces, NM buildings, priced daily: this month's average rent is $1,443/mo, with a full price trend for each building since November 2026.

Canonical: https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/

Latest included observation: November 6, 2026

## What is the average rent in Las Cruces, NM?

The average listed apartment rent in Las Cruces, NM is $1,443 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 31 priced apartments in 7 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.

We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.

Rent prices and market trends across 7 apartment communities in Las Cruces, NM. Prices update after successful source checks.

Area [All Areas](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/?bedrooms=all)

Las Cruces [88001](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/88001/?bedrooms=all)[88011](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/88011/?bedrooms=all)[88012](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/88012/?bedrooms=all)

Beds [All Bedrooms](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/?bedrooms=all) [1 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/?bedrooms=1)[2 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/?bedrooms=2)[3 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/?bedrooms=3)

Showing any bedrooms in Las Cruces, NM.

Market Average

$1,443/mo

Lowest Available

$725/mo

cheapest unit on market

Communities

7

tracked daily

Units Listed

31

available now

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See current options while we confirm new price comparisons. Filter by bedrooms and budget, then inspect each building’s history.

## Rent by Neighborhood in Las Cruces, NM

Compare average rent across Las Cruces, NM neighborhoods. Click any area to see detailed trends.

| Neighborhood | Avg Rent | 30d Change | From | Properties | Units |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Las Cruces 88011](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/88011/?bedrooms=all) | $1,520 | ▲ $89 | $725 | 4 | 27 |
| [Las Cruces 88012](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/88012/?bedrooms=all) | $1,425 | ▲ $410 | $1,425 | 1 | 1 |
| [Las Cruces 88001](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/trends/88001/?bedrooms=all) | $758 | ▼ $33 | $725 | 2 | 3 |

## Is Rent Going Up or Down in Las Cruces, NM?

As of November 2026, the average rent in Las Cruces, NM is $1,443 per month across 7 apartment communities and 31 available units.

The most affordable option is [Missouri Ave Lofts](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/missouri-ave-lofts-las-cruces-nm/) starting at $725/mo. By unit type, a 1-bedroom averages $1,236/mo, a 2-bedroom averages $1,496/mo, a 3-bedroom averages $1,533/mo.

Prices range from $725 to $2,250 per month. The most common price point is the $1,400 range, where 11 units are currently listed.

## Las Cruces, NM Rent Price History

Timeframe

View as table

| Month | Avg Rent | Change | Properties |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| June 2026 | $1,204 | - | 6 |
| July 2026 | $1,183 | -$21 | 7 |
| August 2026 | $1,199 | +$16 | 7 |
| September 2026 | $1,162 | -$37 | 7 |
| October 2026 | $1,246 | +$84 | 7 |
| November 2026 | $1,262 | +$16 | 7 |

The trend line and monthly averages track each building's average listed price, recorded daily with outliers trimmed. The current month is a month-to-date figure, so it can sit above or below today's live market average shown at the top of this page.

## Average Rent by Bedroom

## Rent Price Distribution

## Rent by Bedroom Type in Las Cruces, NM

1 Bed

$1,236

from $725 · 7 units

2 Bed

$1,496

from $825 · 19 units

3 Bed

$1,533

from $725 · 5 units

## Rent Prices by Apartment in Las Cruces, NM

| Property | Starting at | Average | Units | Rating |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Missouri Ave Lofts](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/missouri-ave-lofts-las-cruces-nm/) | $725/mo | $775/mo | 2 | 3.3 |
| [Telshor Vista Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/telshor-vista-apartments-las-cruces-nm/) | $725/mo | $775/mo | 2 | 4.4 |
| [The Verge Apartments Las Cruces](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/the-verge-apartments-las-cruces-las-cruces-nm/) | $725/mo | $725/mo | 1 | 4.1 |
| [High Range Village](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/high-range-village-las-cruces-nm/) | $1,233/mo | $1,591/mo | 7 | 4.1 |
| [Casas De Soledad Apartment Homes](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/casas-de-soledad-apartment-homes-las-cruces-nm/) | $1,345/mo | $1,634/mo | 5 | 3.8 |
| [Sonoma Palms](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/sonoma-palms-las-cruces-nm/) | $1,396/mo | $1,552/mo | 13 | 4.6 |
| [Four Hills Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/las-cruces-nm/four-hills-apartments-las-cruces-nm/) | $1,425/mo | $1,425/mo | 1 | 4.3 |

## Frequently Asked Questions About Rent in Las Cruces, NM

### What is the average rent in Las Cruces, NM?

The average listed apartment rent in Las Cruces, NM is $1,443 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 31 priced apartments in 7 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.

### What rent range can I find in Las Cruces, NM?

The apartment listings we track in Las Cruces, NM range from $725 to $2,250 per month, as of November 6, 2026. These are the lowest and highest listed prices. They are not a typical price for every apartment. The building, floor plan, and lease terms can affect the price.

### Are rents going up or down in Las Cruces, NM?

The daily building-average rent rose by $68 (5.9%) over 36 days between observations in October 2026 and November 2026. This compares recorded asking rents. The current month's figures may still be incomplete, and the building mix can change.

### How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Las Cruces, NM?

1-bedroom apartments average $1,236 per month across 7 priced listings in Las Cruces, NM. Listed rents range from $725 to $1,666 per month, as of November 6, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms.

### How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Las Cruces, NM?

2-bedroom apartments average $1,496 per month across 19 priced listings in Las Cruces, NM. Listed rents range from $825 to $2,250 per month, as of November 6, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms.

### How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Las Cruces, NM?

3-bedroom apartments average $1,533 per month across 5 priced listings in Las Cruces, NM. Listed rents range from $725 to $2,075 per month, as of November 6, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms.

### How do 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rents compare in Las Cruces, NM?

The 1-bedroom average is $1,236 per month across 7 listings. The 2-bedroom average is $1,496 across 19 listings, $260 (21.0%) higher. This is a comparison of listing groups, not the cost to upgrade a specific apartment.

### Which tracked building has the lowest starting rent in Las Cruces, NM?

Missouri Ave Lofts has the lowest starting rent among the buildings in the comparison table, at $725 per month. We track 2 priced listings matching your bedroom choice in that building, as of November 6, 2026. The starting price applies to its lowest-priced matching apartment. Check that apartment's latest price and availability.

### Which rent range has the most listings in Las Cruces, NM?

The $1,400 to $1,600 monthly range has the most matching listings: 11 units, or 35.5% of the priced apartments we track in Las Cruces, NM. This count does not tell us how fast the apartments rent.

### How many apartment listings do you track in Las Cruces, NM?

We track 31 priced units at 7 apartment buildings, as of November 6, 2026. This is not the total number of apartments in those buildings. A listing can change or become unavailable. Open the apartment details to check its latest status.

### How much rent history is available for Las Cruces, NM?

We have recorded rent data on 67 days from June 2026 through November 2026 for apartment listings in Las Cruces, NM. Some dates can be missing. The chart only shows recorded data. The current month includes the days recorded so far.

### Why can the headline rent differ from the trend chart in Las Cruces, NM?

The average at the top of the page gives each matching apartment equal weight. The chart first averages recorded prices within each building, then compares buildings. It removes the highest and lowest groups when at least ten buildings contribute and omits days with fewer than five buildings. Different dates, building counts, and listing mixes can produce different figures. The monthly table averages the recorded daily figures.

### Does my bedroom choice change the prices and answers?

Yes. Your chosen area and bedroom count filter the asking rents, listing counts, rent ranges, and answers on this page. The active community exclusions are Student housing and 55+ / senior community and Corporate housing and Military / active duty housing and Veteran housing. When you choose a bedroom count, the history chart uses recorded prices for matching apartments with a known identity. If those records are missing, we leave the chart empty rather than use prices for other bedroom types. Open an individual apartment to check its own price history.

### Do these rents include utilities, parking, and other fees?

We use the published total monthly rent when it is available and the base rent otherwise. Unknown fees are not zero. Utilities, parking, pet charges, deposits, and one-time costs can add to the amount you pay. Check the selected unit and lease terms for a complete quote.

### How should I compare free-rent offers with listed rent?

A free-rent offer can reduce the effective cost over a lease without changing the listed monthly rent. Compare the same lease length and move-in date, then include required charges and the offer conditions. The market averages do not assume an unconfirmed discount.

### Does this page represent every rental in the market?

These figures describe the priced apartment listings we track, not every rental home or every occupied apartment. Coverage and the mix of bedrooms, buildings, and locations can change. A lower market average does not prove that the same apartment received a price cut.

### How fresh are the Las Cruces, NM rent figures?

We schedule rent updates each day, but buildings can have different price-check dates. The latest accepted price check for these listings was November 6, 2026. The month label does not mean we checked every price today. Open the building or apartment details for its latest price and availability.

## What salary do I need to live comfortably in Las Cruces, NM?

Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.

Minimum to afford average rent

$58,000/year

Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,443/mo.

Comfortable income

$69,000/year

Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.

To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($725/mo), you need to earn at least **$29,000/year**.

Median household income in Las Cruces, NM is **$55,176** , about 20% below the comfortable-living threshold.

## Explore Las Cruces, NM Apartments

Browse all 7 communities with daily-updated pricing and availability.

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## Cost of living in Las Cruces, NM

Overall prices in Las Cruces, NM runs below the national average by about 10% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 89.9, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Las Cruces, NM's regional price parities.

| Category | Monthly estimate |
| --- | --- |
| Rent (market average) | $1,443 |
| Utilities | $307 |
| Groceries | $526 |
| Transportation | $731 |
| Healthcare | $356 |
| Other goods and services | $570 |
| Estimated total | $3,933/mo |

Population

112,612

Median household income

$55,176

Census median rent

$946/mo

Census rent burden

35.6%

Median age

32.7

Mean commute

19 min

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[US-wide rent comparison](https://average-rent.com/research/median-rent-united-states/): See how Las Cruces, NM rents stack up against the national median

## Google Search Trends for Las Cruces, NM Apartments

Search interest for apartments in this area over the past 12 months.

### Search Interest Over Time

[Explore more on Google Trends](https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?q=apartments%20in%20Las%20Cruces&geo=US&date=today%2012-m)

| Date or category | Average monthly rent (USD) |
| --- | --- |
| 2026-06-14 | 1,185 |
| 2026-06-17 | 1,189 |
| 2026-06-18 | 1,194 |
| 2026-06-19 | 1,192 |
| 2026-06-20 | 1,194 |
| 2026-06-21 | 1,196 |
| 2026-06-24 | 1,196 |
| 2026-06-25 | 1,196 |
| 2026-06-27 | 1,207 |
| 2026-06-28 | 1,245 |
| 2026-06-29 | 1,244 |
| 2026-06-30 | 1,204 |
| 2026-07-03 | 1,199 |
| 2026-07-06 | 1,196 |
| 2026-07-08 | 1,171 |
| 2026-07-12 | 1,161 |
| 2026-07-13 | 1,186 |
| 2026-07-14 | 1,181 |
| 2026-07-16 | 1,161 |
| 2026-07-17 | 1,186 |
| 2026-07-18 | 1,186 |
| 2026-07-21 | 1,184 |
| 2026-07-22 | 1,160 |
| 2026-07-23 | 1,184 |
| 2026-07-24 | 1,184 |
| 2026-07-25 | 1,160 |
| 2026-07-26 | 1,184 |
| 2026-07-27 | 1,184 |
| 2026-07-28 | 1,160 |
| 2026-07-29 | 1,184 |
| 2026-07-30 | 1,239 |
| 2026-07-31 | 1,205 |
| 2026-08-01 | 1,237 |
| 2026-08-04 | 1,208 |
| 2026-08-05 | 1,235 |
| 2026-08-06 | 1,191 |
| 2026-08-09 | 1,186 |
| 2026-08-12 | 1,352 |
| 2026-08-15 | 1,326 |
| 2026-08-17 | 1,186 |
| 2026-08-18 | 1,162 |
| 2026-08-21 | 1,193 |
| 2026-08-22 | 1,168 |
| 2026-08-25 | 1,169 |
| 2026-08-26 | 1,097 |
| 2026-08-29 | 1,183 |
| 2026-08-30 | 1,095 |
| 2026-09-03 | 1,169 |
| 2026-09-06 | 1,172 |
| 2026-09-09 | 1,171 |
| 2026-09-12 | 1,173 |
| 2026-09-13 | 1,150 |
| 2026-09-16 | 1,159 |
| 2026-09-19 | 1,157 |
| 2026-09-22 | 1,157 |
| 2026-09-25 | 1,156 |
| 2026-09-28 | 1,155 |
| 2026-10-01 | 1,143 |
| 2026-10-09 | 1,236 |
| 2026-10-10 | 1,236 |
| 2026-10-17 | 1,273 |
| 2026-10-21 | 1,260 |
| 2026-10-24 | 1,269 |
| 2026-10-27 | 1,302 |
| 2026-11-02 | 1,398 |
| 2026-11-03 | 1,177 |
| 2026-11-06 | 1,211 |