
Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Albuquerque, NM from $400 (34 Rentals)
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El Pueblo II Apartments

Comanche Wells

Las Brisas

Somerset Park

University Village

Lifestyles at Renaissance

Pinewood Estates

The Retreat at Candelaria

Villa Apartments

Peaks at Sandia View

Sedona Ridge

The French Quarter

Gracey's Nation - Palomas Community

Acacia Gardens

La Vida Buena Apartments

Odyssey Apartments

Tesoro on Spain

The Artisan @ Sawmill Village

Siegel Select ABQ I

River Walk at Puerta de Corrales

Villa Serena Apartments

Spring Park

Rancho Verde

Mountain Run
Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Albuquerque?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Albuquerque Studio Apartments | $1,005 | $599 | $3,475 |
Albuquerque 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $600 | $4,741 |
Albuquerque 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $697 | $5,089 |
Albuquerque 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $799 | $7,419 |
Albuquerque 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,571 | $1,253 | $6,664 |
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Getting Around Albuquerque, NM
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
28 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Albuquerque Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Albuquerque?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Albuquerque is at Sunport Luxury Townhomes listed at $499.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Albuquerque Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Albuquerque Apartment is $675 at 1028 Alvarado Dr.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Albuquerque Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Albuquerque is starting from $908 at Cinnamon Tree.
What is the most affordable Albuquerque Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Albuquerque Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Volcanes Commons and starts from $1,232.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.