
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel Air Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $500 (37 Rentals)
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Encanto Lofts Apartments

Citadel - Free Utilities

Nova Point Gated Community

Cedars - Free Cable & Internet*

Rock Creek

San Pedro Village

4142 Mesa Verde Ave NE

Pinewood Estates
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Canyon Crest

Casa Placida

Nova View

Sunchase Apartments

Comanche Wells

Tesota Morningside

507-511 Adams St NE

Arroyo Vista
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Bel Air, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bel Air?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Air Studio Apartments | $1,012 | $558 | $2,266 |
| Bel Air 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $865 | $2,528 |
| Bel Air 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $900 | $3,760 |
| Bel Air 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $1,200 | $2,637 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bel Air Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Bel Air Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bel Air area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Desert Creek Apartments priced from $558. The Villas @ Uptown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Bel Air apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio,1BA | $558 |
| The Villas @ Uptown | Studio Classic | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Encanto Lofts Apartments | Yucca - Studio | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Nova Point Gated Community | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Nova Peak | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| Candlelight Square | Silver Sage | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Canyon Crest | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Nova View | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Sunchase Apartments | Jr 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, NM
As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bel Air area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bathroom TC Model at Via Apartments in the in the North Valley neighborhood starting from $1,331. The second greatest value Bel Air apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Nob Hill Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Netherwood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel Air apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Via Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bathroom TC | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Canyon Crest | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Milo | Madrid Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Arroyo Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Woodberry Heights | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Nova View | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Nova Peak | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBel Air, Albuquerque, NM
Ranked #56
Among cities in New Mexico for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Albuquerque. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Bel Air Neighborhood in Albuquerque, NM
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
35 / 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bel Air Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bel Air?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bel Air is under $905.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bel Air?
The cheapest apartment in Bel Air is Nova Peak which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Bel Air costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bel Air?
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 13 regular apartments in Bel Air 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 Bel Air?
Cheap apartments in Bel Air have an average cost of $272 which is $1,228 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bel Air.
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