1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Albuquerque, NM (587 Rentals)

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Albuquerque 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 12845 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Albuquerque, NM that range in price from $650 to $82,500. East Albuquerque, South Valley and Far Westside are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Albuquerque with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
East Albuquerque222$1,080$650
South Valley174$1,075$650
Far Westside148$1,336$725
Northeast Heights141$1,285$857
Westside103$1,300$725
Quintessance100$1,335$857
Outer Northeast Heights99$1,335$857
South Los Altos99$1,075$716
Academy Hills Park97$1,325$857
Tanoan Comm94$1,344$857

Largest Available Albuquerque 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Albuquerque, NM is found at Los Altos Towers in the South Los Altos neighborhood and is 1,240 square feet priced from $1,575. Cloverleaf Apartments in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,125 square feet and currently listed start at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Albuquerque:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Los Altos TowersOne Bedroom One and a Half Bath1,240 Sq Ft$1,575
Cloverleaf ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Rio Grande1,125 Sq Ft$1,300
Allaso High DesertTA1m2971 Sq Ft$1,779
Allaso Journal CenterA6924 Sq Ft$1,837
Andalucia VillasAntequera903 Sq Ft$1,740
Paseo del Rio II1x1885 Sq Ft$1,400
ArterraVadara880 Sq Ft$1,475
Alvarado ApartmentsA4S880 Sq Ft$1,410

Cheapest Available Albuquerque 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Albuquerque, NM is the 1x1 Model starting from $716 at El Pueblo II Apartments in the South San Pedro neighborhood. The second most affordable Albuquerque 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom (50%) Model at Silver Gardens Apartments starting at $740 in the Netherwood Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Albuquerque is currently $1,447. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Albuquerque:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
El Pueblo II Apartments1x1$716
Silver Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom (50%)$740
Home @ Valencia1bd/1ba$750
White Oak ApartmentsCasa Del Rey Oeste$781
Lomas Gardens1BR/1.0BA$835
ABQ Encore1 Bedroom$850
Candlelight SquareDesert Willow$857
The Retreat at CandelariaArtesia$867
Las Brisas1 Bed, 1 Bath$868
Nova PointA1 - One Bedroom$875

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Albuquerque Overview

Boasting its status as the most populous city in all of New Mexico, Albuquerque is a historic city known for its universities, beautiful mountains, and for the gorgeous Rio Grande, which it straddles. This city has decades of growth under its belt, and only continues to draw in more settlers as time goes on. This metropolis is also incredibly diverse and continues to make its case as to why finding apartments in Albuquerque are such a great place to settle down.

Why live in Albuquerque, NM?

What makes Albuquerque special is the fact that it's situated right next to the Rio Grande and contains the Sandia Mountains. The city also boasts a large number of museums, galleries, as well as shops and other points of interest. The city has a very diverse population and puts on an annual major art event known as the New Mexico Arts and Crafts Fair. Foodies take heed: Albuquerque has a thriving restaurant scene, with many of its eats featuring in statewide lists of note. And those who love to exercise will be happy to hear that Albuquerque came out as the number one fittest city in the US. Living here is a breeze with many top options for Albuquerque apartments available to residents who move here.

Albuquerque, NM
Population: 560,218

Ranked #32

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Albuquerque, NM

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Albuquerque, NM

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Albuquerque Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Albuquerque with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Albuquerque is at El Pueblo II Apartments listed at $716.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Albuquerque Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Albuquerque is $1,447.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Albuquerque Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Albuquerque is a 1,240 square feet unit starting from $1,575 at Los Altos Towers.

What is the average size for Albuquerque 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Albuquerque is currently 563 sq ft.

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