
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alamosa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (26 Rentals)
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The Beach

Taylor Ridge Apartments

Bluewater Village

Volcanes Commons

2810 Central Ave SW
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4914 Rincon Rd NW

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West Ridge Park

1224-1226 Goff Rd

342-350 Estancia Dr NW

6005 Fortuna Rd NW
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Canon de Arrowhead

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Casa Lynne Apartments

New Life Homes 4

1218 SW Vito Romero St

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La Serena Senior
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Alamosa, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alamosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alamosa Studio Apartments | $840 | $840 | $840 |
| Alamosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $851 | $439 | $1,850 |
| Alamosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $850 | $2,325 |
| Alamosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $1,150 | $1,600 |
| Alamosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available Alamosa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alamosa area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Generations at West Mesa priced from $439. Tierra Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable Alamosa apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generations at West Mesa | One Bedroom 584 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $439 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $880 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,154 |
| Taylor Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Monterey Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alamosa, NM
As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alamosa area is the $1.28 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Taylor Ridge Apartments in the in the Southwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Alamosa apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Canon de Arrowhead starting at $1,154 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Alamosa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alamosa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Ridge Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Generations at West Mesa | Two Bedroom One Bathroom 768 Sq Ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Monterey Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
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Our team is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Albuquerque. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alamosa Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alamosa?
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 3 regular apartments in Alamosa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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