
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Academy Estates East Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (27 Rentals)
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Lexington Place Apartments

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Acacia Gardens

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Dorado Heights

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Calero

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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 | $1,017 | $840 | $1,227 |
| Academy Estates East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $875 | $2,336 |
| Academy Estates East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $978 | $2,853 |
| Academy Estates East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,912 | $1,426 | $3,481 |
| Academy Estates East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 27 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. Acacia Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. 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 |
| Acacia Gardens | Taos Classic | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Milo | Madrid | 1BR,1BA | $906 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Canyon Crest | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $960 |
| Dorado Heights | A | Studio,1BA | $965 |
| Treehouse Apartments | Willow | Studio,1BA | $969 |
| Candlelight Square | Silver Sage | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Sedona Ridge | Zuni | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Academy Estates East, NM
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Academy Estates East area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath B Model at Mesa Del Oso in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,719. The second greatest value Academy Estates East apartment is the Tijeras Model at La Mirage Apartment Homes starting at $1,483 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Foothills 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Del Oso | 2 Bed 2 Bath B | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Tijeras | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Pine Lane Apartments | KaloDuo-Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Pinon Terrace | One Bedroom - Fully Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Casa Tierra | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Academy Estates East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Academy Estates East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Academy Estates East is at Lexington Place Apartments listed at $840.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Academy Estates East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Academy Estates East Apartment is $875 at Acacia Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Academy Estates East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Academy Estates East is starting from $1,047 at Canyon Crest.
What is the most affordable Academy Estates East Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Academy Estates East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Canyon Crest and starts from $1,426.
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