
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Monte Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $717 (65 Rentals)
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2901 Carlisle Blvd NE

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Desert Creek Apartments

Rock Creek

Citadel - Free Utilities

Encanto Lofts Apartments

The Villas at Uptown

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Union 505

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Comanche Wells

Cedars - Free Cable & Internet*
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Sandia Shadows

3421 Alta Monte Ave NE

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3504 Tulane Dr NE

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3618 Lafayette Dr NE

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Oak Tree Park

653 Muscatel Ave NE

4601 Douglas MacArthur Rd NE

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AYA ABQ

Landmark Apartments

4601 Carlisle Blvd NE, Unit b11

3705 Lafayette Dr NE, Unit 1

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404 Prospect Ave NE

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4601 Carlisle Blvd NE

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3505 Tyson Pl NE

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Alta Monte, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta Monte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Monte Studio Apartments | $891 | $718 | $1,661 |
| Alta Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,155 | $800 | $2,139 |
| Alta Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $935 | $2,522 |
| Alta Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $1,474 | $4,419 |
| Alta Monte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,808 | $3,808 | $3,808 |
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Cheapest Available Alta Monte Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alta Monte area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Desert Creek Apartments priced from $717. Rock Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Alta Monte apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio,1BA | $717 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Citadel - Free Utilities | Studio | Studio,1BA | $794 |
| Encanto Lofts Apartments | Juniper - Studio + Den | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Villas at Uptown | Studio Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Comanche Wells | S1 | Studio,1BA | $823 |
| Union 505 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $873 |
| Villas de la Terraza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Cloverleaf Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Via Apartments | StudioMKT | Studio,1BA | $909 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Monte, NM
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Monte area is the $1.50 price per square foot B1 Model at Casa Tierra in the in the Academy Hills neighborhood starting from $1,422. The second greatest value Alta Monte apartment is the 2x2R-900 Model at Peaks at Sandia View starting at $1,425 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Netherwood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Monte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Tierra | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Peaks at Sandia View | 2x2R-900 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Theta Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Sandia Shadows | 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Villa Esperanza | Two Bedroom One and a Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Arroyo Vista | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| North Park Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| San Pedro Village | Cochiti One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alta Monte Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Alta Monte?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alta Monte is under $909.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alta Monte?
The cheapest apartment in Alta Monte is Union 505 which is listed at $873, while the average apartment in Alta Monte costs $1,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alta Monte?
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 21 regular apartments in Alta Monte 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 Alta Monte?
Cheap apartments in Alta Monte have an average cost of $119 which is $1,081 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alta Monte.
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