
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Altura Addition Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (31 Rentals)
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Altura Addition, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Altura Addition?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altura Addition Studio Apartments | $898 | $724 | $1,661 |
| Altura Addition 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $800 | $2,033 |
| Altura Addition 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $900 | $2,407 |
| Altura Addition 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $1,066 | $3,504 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Altura Addition Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Altura Addition Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Altura Addition area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Desert Creek Apartments priced from $725. Nova Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Altura Addition apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Nova Ridge | S1 | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Union 505 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $756 |
| Encanto Lofts Apartments | Juniper - Studio + Den | Studio,1BA | $789 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Villas at Uptown | Studio Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Casa de Sierra Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $847 |
| 2121 Gold Ave SE | 2121 Gold Street SE - Unit 13 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Via Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom TC | 1BR,1BA | $864 |
| Mont 44 Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom TC | 1BR,1BA | $872 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altura Addition, NM
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altura Addition area is the $1.33 price per square foot 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Renovated Model at Via Apartments in the in the North Valley neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Altura Addition apartment is the 2br apartment corner unit Model at Four Seasons starting at $1,150 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Altura Addition apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Via Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Four Seasons | 2br apartment corner unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Casa de Sierra Senior Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Uptown Square | 1x1_905 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Sandia Shadows | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Nob Hill | 2.1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.55 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Woodberry Heights | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| North Park Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Playa Del Sol | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Altura Addition Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Altura Addition?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Altura Addition is under $872.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Altura Addition?
The cheapest apartment in Altura Addition is Encanto Lofts Apartments which is listed at $835, while the average apartment in Altura Addition costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Altura Addition?
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 43 regular apartments in Altura Addition 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 Altura Addition?
Cheap apartments in Altura Addition have an average cost of $445 which is $1,055 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Altura Addition.
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