
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Academy Estates East Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (51 Rentals)
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Canyon Crest

Lexington Place Apartments

Casa Del Arroyo Apartments

San Pedro Village

Sedona Ridge

The Retreat at Candelaria

Acacia Gardens

Dorado Heights

Candlelight Square
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Milo

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Canoan Village

Sunset Pointe

3211 Morris St NE

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Villas de la Terraza

Pinon Terrace

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Calero

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8801 Natalie Ave NE

8301 Comanche Ct NE

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10108 Comanche Rd NE

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Sungate

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Rancho Verde

5320 Heritage Way NE

8416 Hilton Ave NE
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Academy Estates East, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Academy Estates East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy Estates East Studio Apartments | $1,020 | $840 | $1,167 |
| Academy Estates East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $838 | $2,439 |
| Academy Estates East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $950 | $3,281 |
| Academy Estates East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,426 | $2,352 |
| Academy Estates East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Academy Estates East Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Academy Estates East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Academy Estates East area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Lexington Place Apartments priced from $840. Casa Del Arroyo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Academy Estates East apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Sedona Ridge | Zuni | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Treehouse Apartments | Willow | Studio,1BA | $959 |
| Canyon Crest | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $960 |
| Acacia Gardens | Taos Classic | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Dorado Heights | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Candlelight Square | Silver Sage | 1BR,1BA | $994 |
| Canoan Village | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,017 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Academy Estates East, NM
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Academy Estates East area is the $1.13 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled Model at Pinon Terrace in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,245. The second greatest value Academy Estates East apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at The Heights at Tramway starting at $1,199 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Academy Estates East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinon Terrace | Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Dorado Heights | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Milo | Madrid Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Woodberry Heights | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Academy Heights Apartments | 1 Bedr / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Academy Estates East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Academy Estates East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Academy Estates East is under $1,017.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Academy Estates East?
The cheapest apartment in Academy Estates East is Casa Del Arroyo Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Academy Estates East costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Academy Estates East?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in Academy Estates East that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Academy Estates East?
Cheap apartments in Academy Estates East have an average cost of $217 which is $2,783 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Academy Estates East.
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