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Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Fe, NM

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    Starting at $1,095 Per Month

    • Studio

    3470 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507

    Welcome to Elevate @ Oslo Apartments, where comfort and convenience enhance your modern lifestyle. Our Santa Fe, NM, apartments feature everything you need to live a life of ease in a place that feels like home as soon as you walk through the door. Get a taste of the thriving neighborhood surrounding you with easy access to a range of restaurants, parks, entertainment, and local shops. At Elevate

    Elevate at Oslo

    3470 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
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    Starting at $1,575 Per Month

    • Studio - 2 Beds

    5750 Airport Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507

    Experience contemporary comfort at Presidium Casa Siena on Airport Road in Santa Fe, NM. Choose studio, 1, and 2-bedroom homes with smart-home touches and stylish finishes, two-tone cabinetry with quartz, tile backsplash, energy-efficient stainless appliances, wood-style flooring, expansive closets, keyless entry, and in-home washer/dryer. Select layouts add pantries, mudroom entries, built-in

    Presidium Casa Siena

    5750 Airport Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
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    Starting at $1,178 Per Month

    • Studio - 2 Beds

    1469 Zepol Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507

    We offer exceptional apartments for rent with a choice of a studio, one, two, and three bedrooms. You will find features such as air conditioning, ceiling fans, carpeted and tile flooring, and an all-electric kitchen with a refrigerator and dishwasher. This pet-friendly community gives your pets free treats, holiday pet events, and pet waste stations to use at your disposal. Come home to Vista

    Vista Alegre Apartments

    1469 Zepol Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
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    Starting at $950 Per Month

    • Studio - 1 Bed

    3007 S Saint Francis Dr, Santa Fe, NM 87505

    Embrace the lifestyle you’ve been waiting for with Santa Fe Suites in Santa Fe, NM! Our stylish apartments offer you all the comfort and convenience you’ve been searching for in the perfect location. Enjoy easy access to all the entertainment of city life, as well as opportunities to delight in all Santa Fe has to offer. Get the perfect morning pick-me-up at Iconik Coffee Roasters and enjoy an

    Santa Fe Suites

    3007 S Saint Francis Dr, Santa Fe, NM 87505
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    Starting at $925 Per Month

    • Studio

    3357 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507

    HELLO FALL. HELLO FREE RENT.FALL INTO A NEW HOME & BIG SAVINGS!Find your new home at Casitas de Bella and welcome the new season with limited-time savings!Cozy Efficiency Apartments • Bright, Comfortable Layouts • Smart Storage with Modern Style • Peaceful Santa Fe LivingLIMITED-TIME SEPTEMBER SPECIALUP TO 2 MONTHS FREE RENT*WAIVED ADMIN FEE*On Select

    Casitas Del Bella

    3357 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
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    $1,395

    Total Monthly Price

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 400 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    26 Banana Ln, Santa Fe, NM 87506

    A nature and artist lovers sanctuary in a tranquil rural setting. Limited to single occupant. Enjoy your own private upstairs suite with full house privileges. Relax in this custom built, fully furnished adobe 3 bdm home, located inside a gated compound. Optional small bedroom downstairs. Located 12 miles north of downtown Santa Fe on Hwy 285/84 (only a short stroll to the delectable

    26 Banana Ln, Santa Fe, NM 87506

Why Live in Santa Fe

Santa Fe's historic Canyon Road features over 100 art galleries housed in adobe buildings, while the 400-year-old Santa Fe Plaza serves as the cultural heart of America's oldest state capital. The city's rich artistic heritage includes the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum and Museum Hill's four distinct cultural institutions. Outdoor recreation abounds in the surrounding Sangre de Cristo Mountains, with Ski Santa Fe providing winter sports and summer hiking trails. The Santa Fe National Forest extends these natural attractions with extensive hiking and camping opportunities. The culinary scene reflects the city's cultural diversity, from the elegant Geronimo on Canyon Road to authentic New Mexican cuisine at The Shed and La Choza.

The Santa Fe housing market currently lists approximately 800 homes for sale, with prices ranging from $210,000 to $4,270,000. The median sale price across all housing types is $600,000. Single-family homes in Historic Santa Fe command a median price of $1,533,400, while Downtown Santa Fe's median price sits at $468,000. Las Campanas, known for luxury properties, has a median single-family home price of $1,625,000. Condominiums present more affordable options, with median prices of $360,400 for one-bedroom units and $450,000 for two-bedroom units.

Santa Fe's property tax rate of 0.51% ranks favorably compared to nearby Albuquerque at 0.95%. The combined sales tax rate is 7.63%, including a state rate of 4.875% and an average local rate of 2.75%. The New Mexico state income tax rate is 4.30% for a yearly salary of $32,973.

The education system includes several highly rated schools. Santa Fe Preparatory School, a private institution serving multiple neighborhoods including Historic Santa Fe and Downtown, holds an A+ rating. Public schools like Atalaya Elementary and Wood-Gormley Elementary maintain A- ratings. St. John's College adds to the educational landscape as a notable higher education institution.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Fe, NM?
The median rent for a home in Santa Fe, NM is $2,750 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of September 2026, condos tend to be the most affordable option while townhouses and single-family homes are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Santa Fe, NM?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Santa Fe, NM, a household needs to earn roughly $110,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $2,750 per month in Santa Fe, NM, renters typically need to show $8,250 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Santa Fe, NM?
In Santa Fe, NM, the price-to-rent ratio is 18.2, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
6
Median Rent
$2,750
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,975
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,300
Median Condo Rent
$2,000
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