
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Aztec Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (71 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Aztec area of Albuquerque.


The Villas @ Uptown

Canyon Crest

Casa Del Arroyo Apartments

Executive East Apartments

Executive West - Senior Community

Candlelight Square

Casa Placida

Nova View

Dorado Heights
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The Retreat at Candelaria

Lexington Place Apartments

Arlo Apartments

Acacia Gardens

Three Fountains

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Eagle Point Apartments

12124 Indian School Rd NE

Sedona Ridge

Wyoming Place Apartments

Woodberry Heights
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La Vida Buena Apartments

Pinon Terrace

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Canoan Village

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Milo

Academy Heights Apartments

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Calero

Northeastern

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12001 Phoenix Ave NE, Unit C

The Heights at Tramway
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10204 Candelaria Rd NE, Unit 10204

Tesoro on Spain

Landmark Apartments

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Spring Park

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Sierra Meadows

Indigo Park

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Quincy

Pinewood Estates

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Uptown Square

Enclave
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8301 Comanche Ct NE

8801 Natalie Ave NE

1601 Pennsylvania St NE, Unit T-8

ABQ Uptown Apartments

5020 San Pedro Ct NE

11101 Towner Ave NE

2732 Mesilla St NE

Inca - FREE Utilities

1300 Pennsylvania St NE

Virginian Apartments
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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 | $941 | $735 | $1,355 |
| Aztec 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,247 | $838 | $2,439 |
| Aztec 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $900 | $2,977 |
| Aztec 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,732 | $1,200 | $2,150 |
| Aztec 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 71 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 @ 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 @ Uptown | Studio Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Nova Peak | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Executive East Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Candlelight Square | Silver Sage | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Nova View | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Dorado Heights | A | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Pine Lane Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aztec, NM
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aztec area is the $1.13 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled Model at Pinon Terrace in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,245. The second greatest value Aztec apartment is the B2 Model at Arlo Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.45 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 | $1.13 |
| Arlo Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Woodberry Heights | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Chelsea Village Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 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 |
| Pine Lane Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 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 $928.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Aztec?
The cheapest apartment in Aztec is Nova Peak which is listed at $850, 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 17 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 $250 which is $2,750 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Aztec.
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