Park Place
3245 E University Ave,
Las Cruces, NM 88011
$995 - $1,425
1-3 Beds
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
New Mexico State University - Las Cruces, NM
Area Guide
A tradition of innovation in the high desert
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Historic
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Scenic
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Desert
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Mountains
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Aggies
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Since its inception in 1888, New Mexico State University has served as a pioneering institution for the state and the region. While offering academic and research opportunities in a diverse range of fields, the university remains heavily focused on fields related to engineering and agriculture, even adopting the nickname “Aggies” for is sports teams. The campus occupies the far southeast corner of Las Cruces, where the cityscape starts to blend into the surrounding desert. Mostly surrounded by residential neighborhoods, the area closest to the university is packed with affordable apartments and houses, though the restaurant and bar scene is limited to a few popular hangouts along University Avenue (Dublin’s Street Pub, Milagro Coffee) and Locust Street (Burger Time, Spirit Winds Coffee Bar). Living near the university, you will be able to enjoy stunning views of the nearby mountains every day, and you’ll be just a short drive away from gorgeous nature preserves like Organ Mountain and White Sands National Monument. The location at the interchange between Interstate 10 and Interstate 25 makes it easy to hit the road for a long weekend.
Rent Trends
As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Las Cruces, NM is $670 for a studio, $993 for one bedroom, $1,143 for two bedrooms, and $1,344 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Las Cruces has decreased by 0.0% in the past year.
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Studio
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384 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$670/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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690 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$993/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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915 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,143/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,170 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,344/month
Average Rent
Transportation
42
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
47
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
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.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
559 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
446 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
275 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
422 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
744 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
965 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
275 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
799 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
727 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
688 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,421 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,980 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,787 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,615 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
327 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- New Mexico Farm and Ranch Museum
- Museum of Nature and Science
- Bicentennial Log Cabin Museum
- Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park
- Prehistoric Trackways National Monument
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