
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Monte Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (41 Rentals)
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3312 Wellesley Ct NE, Unit #3

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Comanche Wells

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Desert Creek Apartments

Citadel - Free Utilities

Encanto Lofts Apartments

Rock Creek

The Villas @ Uptown
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Union 505

San Pedro Village

Sunchase Apartments

Mont 44 Apartments

Via Apartments

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Tesota Morningside

Villas de la Terraza
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Lifestyles at Renaissance

Arroyo Vista

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Peaks at Sandia View

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The Lakes

Sunset Pointe

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Oak Tree Park
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Silverado

Villas Del Cielo

3617 Wellesley Dr SE

San Mateo Suites

4200 Montgomery Blvd NE

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Fourth Street Flats

3528 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 | $964 | $782 | $1,661 |
| Alta Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,127 | $750 | $1,933 |
| Alta Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $950 | $2,175 |
| Alta Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $1,331 | $1,849 |
| Alta Monte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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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 $782. Encanto Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Alta Monte apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio,1BA | $782 |
| Encanto Lofts Apartments | Juniper - Studio + Den | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Villas @ Uptown | – Studio / 1 Bath Apartment in Uptown Location... | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Sunchase Apartments | Jr 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Mont 44 Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom TC | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
| Via Apartments | StudioMKT | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Union 505 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Monte, NM
As of March 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Monte area is the $1.37 price per square foot Canyon Peak Renovated Model at Peaks at Los Ranchos in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,335. The second greatest value Alta Monte apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Renovated MKT Model at Mont 44 Apartments starting at $1,395 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the North Valley 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. |
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| Peaks at Los Ranchos | Canyon Peak Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Mont 44 Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath Renovated MKT | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Theta Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Arroyo Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Woodberry Heights | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 3220 Wellesley Ct NE, Unit #3 | 3220 Wellesley Ct NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 3312 Wellesley Ct NE, Unit #3 | 3312 Wellesley Ct NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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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 $953.
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 $814, 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 22 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 $321 which is $2,079 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alta Monte.
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