
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Aztec Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (44 Rentals)
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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 | $1,169 | $800 | $2,099 |
| Aztec 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $875 | $2,505 |
| Aztec 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $900 | $5,442 |
| Aztec 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,814 | $1,200 | $3,481 |
| Aztec 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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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 Peak priced from $700. Pinewood Estates 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 Peak | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Pinewood Estates | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| The Villas @ Uptown | Studio Classic | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Lexington Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Acacia Gardens | Taos Classic | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Mission Hill Apartments | The Sequoia | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Canyon Crest | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $960 |
| Dorado Heights | A | Studio,1BA | $965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aztec, NM
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aztec area is the $1.19 price per square foot 1 Car Garage Model at Indian Ridge in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value Aztec apartment is the 2x2_1037 Model at Uptown Square starting at $1,495 with a $1.44 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Ridge | 1 Car Garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
| Uptown Square | 2x2_1037 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Executive West - Senior Community | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Chelsea Village Apartments | KaloDuo-Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Pinon Terrace | One Bedroom - Fully Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Mission Hill Apartments | The Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Wyoming Place Apartments | 1 Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Arlo Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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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 $965.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Aztec?
The cheapest apartment in Aztec is Nova Peak which is listed at $800, 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 $151 which is $2,849 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Aztec.
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