
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Monte Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (56 Rentals)
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Mont 44 Apartments

Encanto Lofts Apartments

Citadel - Free Utilities

Rock Creek

The Villas at Uptown

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Comanche Wells

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Union 505

Cedars - Free Cable & Internet*

Via Apartments
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Sunchase Apartments

Sandia Shadows

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AYA ABQ

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Tesota Morningside

Peaks at Sandia View

3508 Lafayette Dr NE

North Park Apartments

Silverado

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Arroyo Vista

The Lakes

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Casa Tierra

Oak Tree Park

4601 Douglas MacArthur Rd NE

Peaks at Los Ranchos
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Landmark Apartments

3825 Montgomery Blvd NE, Unit 127

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Siegel Select Albuquerque I

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Glo Apartments

3617 Wellesley Dr SE

San Mateo Suites

4601 Carlisle Blvd NE

Lincoln Place

Los Arcos

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Villa Esperanza

Fourth Street Flats

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Aspen Plaza

Villas Del Cielo
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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 | $931 | $725 | $1,661 |
| Alta Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,140 | $748 | $2,863 |
| Alta Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,399 | $925 | $2,349 |
| Alta Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $915 | $3,612 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Alta Monte Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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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 $725. Mont 44 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $748. 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 | $725 |
| Mont 44 Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom TC | 1BR,1BA | $748 |
| Encanto Lofts Apartments | Juniper - Studio + Den | Studio,1BA | $764 |
| Union 505 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $776 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Villas at Uptown | Studio Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Via Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom MKT | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Sunchase Apartments | Jr 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Peaks at Sandia View | 1x1-640 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Silverado | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Monte, NM
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Monte area is the $1.46 price per square foot Red Rock Canyon Renovated Model at Peaks at Los Ranchos in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Alta Monte apartment is the B1 Model at Casa Tierra starting at $1,381 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Baloon Fiesta 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peaks at Los Ranchos | Red Rock Canyon Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Casa Tierra | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Large Quiet Two Bedroom | Ele | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Theta Apartments | KaloDuo-Premium | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 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 | $1.41 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| North Park Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Albuquerque, NM. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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 $985.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alta Monte?
The cheapest apartment in Alta Monte is Mont 44 Apartments which is listed at $748, while the average apartment in Alta Monte costs $1,550.
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 46 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 $397 which is $1,153 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alta Monte.
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