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  4. Building Photo - 825 Shiprock
    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,400

    825 Shiprock

    825 Shiprock, Alamogordo, NM 88310
  6. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,800

    3021 Del Sur

    3021 Del Sur, Alamogordo, NM 88310
  35. 1 BED
    $1,244+
    2 BEDS
    $1,494+
    3 BEDS
    $1,594+

    Las Ventanas

    2200 E First St, Alamogordo, NM 88310

Alamogordo at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,038
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5

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Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Alamogordo, NM Apartments for Rent

Located between the Sacramento Mountains and Holloman Air Force Base, Alamogordo combines natural landscapes with rich military history. Apartment seekers in Alamogordo will discover a historic planned community established in 1898 to support the El Paso and Northeastern Railroad. The city's name comes from Spanish words meaning "fat cottonwood," reflecting the area's historical landscape. Today, Alamogordo sits near White Sands National Park, home to spectacular gypsum dunes that draw visitors worldwide, and holds significance as the region near the historic 1945 Trinity test site.

With an average rent of $1,017 for a one-bedroom apartment, Alamogordo offers housing costs below the New Mexico state average of $1,173. The community features the Alameda Park Zoo (the oldest zoo in the southwestern U.S.), several public parks, and the Desert Lakes Golf Course. Living at the base of the Sacramento Mountains provides easy access to hiking trails, while Lincoln National Forest presents additional outdoor recreation opportunities. The area supports various employment sectors, including Holloman Air Force Base, healthcare, education, and tourism. Local attractions include the New Mexico Museum of Space History.

Renting in Alamogordo

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Average Rent in Nearby Cities

(For 1 bedroom apartments)
  • Cities Average Rent
  • Ruidoso $1,375/mo

Getting Around Alamogordo

Transportation

33

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
38

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
0

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Alamogordo High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,579 Students
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Chaparral Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
627 Students
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Mountain View Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
502 Students
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Buena Vista Elementary

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Grades K-5
204 Students
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Sierra Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
301 Students
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Sunset Hills Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
466 Students
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Desert Star Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
464 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Alamogordo, NM

What are the average rent costs in Alamogordo, NM?

The average rent in Alamogordo, NM is $1,038.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Alamogordo, NM?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Alamogordo, NM is $1,038.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Alamogordo, NM?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Alamogordo, NM is $967.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Alamogordo, NM?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Alamogordo, NM is $1,661.

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