Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Albuquerque, NM Under $600 (3 Rentals)
Rental terms in Albuquerque as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Albuquerque?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Albuquerque Studio Apartments | $1,020 | $642 | $3,642 |
Albuquerque 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $700 | $5,671 |
Albuquerque 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $697 | $5,852 |
Albuquerque 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,188 | $799 | $7,224 |
Albuquerque 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,594 | $1,114 | $4,400 |
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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
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Albuquerque Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Albuquerque?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Albuquerque is at Amber Sky Apartments listed at $550.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Albuquerque Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Albuquerque is $1,719.
What is the largest Short-term Albuquerque Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Albuquerque is a 1,669 square feet unit starting from $1,635 at Las Kivas Apartments.
What is the average size for Albuquerque Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Albuquerque is currently at 611 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Local Experts Guide To The Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albuquerque
Written by: Esther Lombardi
Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers culture, diversity, and beautiful landscapes. Each neighborhood blends historic charm with nature, education, and entertainment.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.