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Rental Market Trends in Roswell, NM

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Roswell, NM is $970/month.

Rent in Roswell is 42% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$970/month

Average Rent

584 Sq Ft

Average Size

+5.7%

Change / Year

64

Available Apartments

Roswell rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Roswell average $791 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Roswell average $970 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Roswell average $1,290 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Roswell average $1,214 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$791/month
418 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$970/month
584 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,290/month
755 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,214/month
1,189 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,192/month
1,069 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,000/month
1,568 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Roswell, NM?

In the past year, rent has increased by 5.7%, which averages out to $56 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Roswell, NM

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Roswell, NM
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
89% $700 - $1,000/month
11% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Roswell, NM?

Because the average rent in Roswell is $970, you’ll want to make about $3,233 per month or $38,796 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Roswell, NM

64 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Roswell, NM compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Roswell, NM to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Roswell We Think You'll Love

Spring River Luxury Apartment Homes

Spring River Luxury Apartment Homes

1600 N Sycamore Ave,
Roswell, NM 88201

1-3 Beds | $1,240 - $1,650

Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities

Mesa Verde - FREE Utilities

502 S Wyoming Ave,
Roswell, NM 88203

1-3 Beds | $820 - $1,136

Villas of Briar Ridge

Villas of Briar Ridge

1 Briarwood Pl,
Roswell, NM 88201

2-5 Beds | $877 - $3,370

Wilshire Gardens 55+

Wilshire Gardens 55+

2727 Wilshire Blvd,
Roswell, NM 88201

2 Beds | $835 - $1,025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Roswell?

The average rent in Roswell is $970 per month, which is 41.7% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Roswell?

The average rent for a house in Roswell, NM is $2,000 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Roswell?

Rents in Roswell, NM are increasing, with prices up 5.7% year-over-year and $56 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Roswell?

In Roswell, NM, 89% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Mexico Roswell Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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