
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barelas Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Barelas area of Albuquerque.


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Barelas, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Barelas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barelas Studio Apartments | $939 | $799 | $1,199 |
| Barelas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $865 | $1,600 |
| Barelas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $1,175 | $1,695 |
| Barelas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,550 | $1,550 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Barelas Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Barelas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Barelas area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Sage at 601 priced from $799. Silver Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Barelas apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sage at 601 | 0 x 1 C | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Silver Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom (50%) | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Zocalo Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Alvarado Apartments | A1 PR | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barelas, NM
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barelas area is the $1.70 price per square foot 1 Bedroom (60%) Model at Silver Gardens Apartments in the in the Netherwood Park neighborhood starting from $1,054. The second greatest value Barelas apartment is the A1 Model at Alvarado Apartments starting at $1,299 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Hunning Highland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barelas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom (60%) | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Alvarado Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 1207 Barelas St SW | 1207 Barelas St SW | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Zocalo Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
| Sage at 601 | 0 x 1 B | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Barelas Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Barelas?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Barelas is under $1,249.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Barelas?
The cheapest apartment in Barelas is Silver Gardens Apartments which is listed at $865, while the average apartment in Barelas costs $1,659.
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