
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sandia Heights South Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $1,000 (11 Rentals)
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Spring Park

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Canoan Village

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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 | $1,117 | $1,017 | $1,167 |
| Sandia Heights South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,523 | $1,092 | $2,443 |
| Sandia Heights South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $1,390 | $2,649 |
| Sandia Heights South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $1,814 | $2,964 |
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 $1,017. Overlook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Sandia Heights South apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canoan Village | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,017 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Mountain Run Apartments | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,374 |
| Quincy | Ballinger Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,398 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sandia Heights South, NM
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sandia Heights South area is the $1.64 price per square foot Cottonwood Renovted Model at Spring Park in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,735. The second greatest value Sandia Heights South apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Allegro at Tanoan starting at $1,687 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Foothills 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Park | Cottonwood Renovted | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Tijeras | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Pavilions | C Renovated with Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Altezza High Desert | Togano | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Ottavo | Ventura | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| La Ventana | 1X1-712 | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Quincy | Ballinger Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Mountain Run Apartments | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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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 $1,017.
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 $1,092 at Canoan Village.
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 $1,390 at Overlook.
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 Mirage Apartment Homes and starts from $1,980.
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