Santa Cruz, NM rental market
Last updated August 29, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Santa Cruz, NM is $1,550.
$1,550
-$50
+$550
6
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,250 to $2,500.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,200 | 1 |
| $1,400 | 1 |
| $1,500 | 4 |
| $1,600 | 2 |
| $2,400 | 1 |
| $2,500+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $550 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Feb | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Mar | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Apr | $1,100 | $1,200 |
| Jul | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Aug | $1,200 | $2,500 |
| Sep | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Oct | $1,000 | $1,600 |
| Nov | $1,200 | No data |
| Dec | $1,200 | No data |
Market temperature
The Santa Cruz, NM rental market temperature is HOT. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Santa Cruz, NM is 26% lower than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Santa Cruz, NM?
The average rent in Santa Cruz, NM is $1,550.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Santa Cruz, NM?
Houses in Santa Cruz, NM rent between $1,250 - $2,500 with an average rent of $1,550.
3. How has the rent in Santa Cruz, NM changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Santa Cruz, NM increased by $550
4. How much has the rent in Santa Cruz, NM increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Santa Cruz, NM decreased by $50
5. How many available rentals are there in Santa Cruz, NM?
There are currently 6 rentals available in Santa Cruz, NM.
6. How do rent prices in Santa Cruz, NM compare with the national average?
The average rent in Santa Cruz, NM is $1,550 — 26.19% lower the national average of $2,100.