Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Monte Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $500 (28 Rentals)

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San Mateo Suites
Studio Apartments

San Mateo Suites

5001 San Mateo Ln NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109
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The Villas @ Uptown
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Villas @ Uptown

6230 Indian School Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110
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Del Lago Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Del Lago Apartments

1505 Girard Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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Los Arcos
1 Bedroom Apartments

Los Arcos

1813 Girard Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106
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Faraday
2 Bedroom Apartments

Faraday

4322 4th St NWAlbuquerque, NM 87107
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Theta Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Theta Apartments

3900 Tulane Dr NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107

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Alta Monte, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

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 $559. Union 505 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $744. Here are the most affordable Alta Monte apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Desert Creek ApartmentsSRO-Sleeping room onlyStudio,1BA$559
Union 505StudioStudio,1BA$744
Encanto Lofts ApartmentsJuniper - Studio + DenStudio,1BA$764
Comanche WellsS1Studio,1BA$780
Via ApartmentsStudio TCStudio,1BA$801
Rock CreekStudioStudio,1BA$845
The Villas @ UptownRemodeled Deluxe Studio/ GreyStudio,1BA$850
San Pedro VillageAcoma StudioStudio,1BA$865
Sunchase ApartmentsJr 1x11BR,1BA$905
Villas de la TerrazaStudioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Monte, NM

As of January 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Monte area is the $1.42 price per square foot B2 Model at Casa Tierra in the in the Baloon Fiesta Park neighborhood starting from $1,488. The second greatest value Alta Monte apartment is the KaloDuo-Premium Model at Theta Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Monte apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Casa TierraB22BR,2BA$1.42
Theta ApartmentsKaloDuo-Premium2BR,2BA$1.17
Villas Del Cielo1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Arroyo VistaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34
Sunset PointeSM1X11BR,1BA$1.45
Woodberry Heights1x1C1BR,1BA$1.48
Mont 44 Apartments1 bedroom Renovated MKT1BR,1BA$1.61
North Park ApartmentsBirch1BR,1BA$1.54
Peaks at Sandia View1x1R-6401BR,1BA$1.64
Via ApartmentsStudio TCStudio ,1BA$1.60

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Alta Monte, Albuquerque, NM

Ranked #63

Among cities in New Mexico for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

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 $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alta Monte?

The cheapest apartment in Alta Monte is Encanto Lofts Apartments which is listed at $865, while the average apartment in Alta Monte costs $2,400.

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 41 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 $392 which is $2,008 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alta Monte.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Experts Guide To The Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albuquerque

Written by: Esther Lombardi

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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