
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Aztec Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (63 Rentals)
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The Villas at Uptown

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Casa Del Arroyo Apartments

Executive East Apartments

Pinewood Estates

Executive West - Senior Community

Nova View

Casa Placida

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The Retreat at Candelaria

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Pinon Terrace

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Sierra Meadows

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Spring Park

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Uptown Square

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8801 Natalie Ave NE

11101 Towner Ave NE

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1300 Pennsylvania St NE

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Nova Peak Gated Community

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Aztec, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aztec?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aztec Studio Apartments | $976 | $735 | $1,728 |
| Aztec 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $838 | $2,452 |
| Aztec 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,486 | $900 | $2,950 |
| Aztec 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $1,200 | $2,150 |
| Aztec 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 63 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Aztec Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Aztec Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Aztec area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Nova Ridge priced from $725. The Villas at Uptown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Aztec apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Ridge | S1 | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Villas at Uptown | Studio Classic | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Canyon Crest | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $823 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Nova Peak Gated Community | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Executive East Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Pinewood Estates | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $882 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Lexington Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| Treehouse | Willow | Studio,1BA | $944 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aztec, NM
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aztec area is the $1.23 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled Model at Pinon Terrace in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Aztec apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Northeastern starting at $1,395 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aztec apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinon Terrace | Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Northeastern | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Milo | Jemez Platinum | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Executive West - Senior Community | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Chelsea Village Apartments | KaloDuo-Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Wyoming Place Apartments | 1 Bed B | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Executive East Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aztec Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Aztec?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Aztec is under $944.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Aztec?
The cheapest apartment in Aztec is Canyon Crest which is listed at $823, while the average apartment in Aztec costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Aztec?
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 31 regular apartments in Aztec 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 Aztec?
Cheap apartments in Aztec have an average cost of $217 which is $2,783 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Aztec.
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