
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Academy Ridge East Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (22 Rentals)
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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 | $1,024 | $915 | $1,222 |
| Academy Ridge East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $850 | $2,337 |
| Academy Ridge East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $1,099 | $2,496 |
| Academy Ridge East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,034 | $1,639 | $2,880 |
| Academy Ridge East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Academy Ridge East Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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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 Sedona Ridge priced from $850. Copper Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedona Ridge | Zuni | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Copper Hills | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Acacia Gardens | Taos Classic | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Academy Heights Apartments | 1 Bedr / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $908 |
| Eagle Point Apartments | Piquin | Studio,1BA | $915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Academy Ridge East, NM
As of December 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Academy Ridge East area is the $1.61 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath A Model at Mesa Del Oso in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,779. The second greatest value Academy Ridge East apartment is the Townhouse Model at Academy Heights Apartments starting at $1,444 with a $1.31 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Del Oso | 2 Bed 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Academy Heights Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Tijeras | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Sierra Meadows | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| Broadstone Heights | 1x1-880-Full Renovation | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Spain Townhomes | KaloDuo-Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Pinon Terrace | One Bedroom - Fully Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Wyoming Place Apartments | 1 Bed B | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Copper Hills | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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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 Eagle Point Apartments listed at $915.
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 Sedona Ridge.
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 $1,099 at Copper Hills.
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 Altezza High Desert and starts from $1,815.
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