
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sandia Heights South Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $1,015 (11 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sandia Heights South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandia Heights South Studio Apartments | $1,052 | $1,015 | $1,315 |
| Sandia Heights South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $1,109 | $2,419 |
| Sandia Heights South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $1,420 | $2,833 |
| Sandia Heights South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,165 | $1,759 | $3,466 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sandia Heights South Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Sandia Heights South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sandia Heights South area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Canoan Village priced from $1,015. Overlook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Sandia Heights South apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canoan Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Mountain Run Apartments | Jemez | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Spring Park | Willow Upstairs 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,347 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sandia Heights South, NM
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sandia Heights South area is the $1.60 price per square foot F Classic with Garage Model at Pavilions in the in the Foothills neighborhood starting from $1,931. The second greatest value Sandia Heights South apartment is the Pine Renovated Model at Quincy starting at $1,700 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sandia Heights South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavilions | F Classic with Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Quincy | Pine Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Allaso High Desert | B1H | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Ottavo | Atwater | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Altezza High Desert | Togano | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Jemez | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Canoan Village | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.45 |
| Spring Park | Willow Upstairs 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sandia Heights South Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sandia Heights South?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sandia Heights South is at Canoan Village listed at $1,015.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sandia Heights South Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sandia Heights South Apartment is $1,150 at Overlook.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sandia Heights South Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sandia Heights South is starting from $1,420 at Canoan Village.
What is the most affordable Sandia Heights South Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sandia Heights South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Ventana and starts from $1,955.
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