
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Academy Ridge East Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (44 Rentals)
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Allaso High Desert

5801 Lowell St NE, Unit 25c, Unit 25c

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Academy Ridge East, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Academy Ridge East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy Ridge East Studio Apartments | $1,043 | $899 | $1,167 |
| Academy Ridge East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $850 | $2,602 |
| Academy Ridge East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $945 | $2,957 |
| Academy Ridge East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,197 | $1,700 | $2,964 |
| Academy Ridge East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Academy Ridge East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Academy Ridge East area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Casa Del Arroyo Apartments priced from $850. Dorado Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Academy Ridge East apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Dorado Heights | A | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Sedona Ridge | Zuni | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Treehouse Apartments | Willow | Studio,1BA | $954 |
| Wyoming Place Apartments | 1 Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Copper Hills | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Acacia Gardens | Taos Deluxe 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Canoan Village | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,017 |
| Eagle Point Apartments | Piquin | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Academy Ridge East, NM
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Academy Ridge East area is the $1.59 price per square foot 2X2-1135-Upgraded Model at Broadstone Heights in the in the Academy Hills neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Academy Ridge East apartment is the Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled Model at Pinon Terrace starting at $1,245 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Academy Ridge East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Heights | 2X2-1135-Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Pinon Terrace | Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Las Kivas | Abo | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Copper Hills | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Tesoro on Spain | C1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Tijeras | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Spring Park | Cottonwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Wyoming Place Apartments | 1 Bed B | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Academy Ridge East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Academy Ridge East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Academy Ridge East is at Dorado Heights listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Academy Ridge East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Academy Ridge East Apartment is $850 at Casa Del Arroyo Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Academy Ridge East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Academy Ridge East is starting from $945 at Casa Del Arroyo Apartments.
What is the most affordable Academy Ridge East Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Academy Ridge East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Mirage Apartment Homes and starts from $1,980.
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