
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Big Bend Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $800 (21 Rentals)
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Mission Hill Apartments

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The Retreat at Candelaria

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Dorado Heights

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Big Bend, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Big Bend?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bend Studio Apartments | $1,026 | $840 | $1,245 |
| Big Bend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $899 | $2,860 |
| Big Bend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $1,087 | $2,952 |
| Big Bend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,086 | $1,595 | $3,929 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Big Bend Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Big Bend Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Big Bend area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Lexington Place Apartments priced from $840. Mission Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable Big Bend apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Mission Hill Apartments | The Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Copper Hills | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Dorado Heights | A | Studio,1BA | $935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Big Bend, NM
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Big Bend 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 Big Bend apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Mesa Del Oso starting at $1,599 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Big Bend 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 |
| Mesa Del Oso | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 13016 Constitution Ave NE, Unit D | 13016 Constitution Ave NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 12100 Menaul Blvd NE, Unit A | 12100 Menaul Blvd NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Panorama Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Reserve | Cheyenne | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Mission Hill Apartments | The Cottonwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Copper Hills | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Big Bend Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Big Bend?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Big Bend is at Lexington Place Apartments listed at $840.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Bend Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Bend Apartment is $849 at Mission Hill Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Big Bend Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Big Bend is starting from $989 at Mission Hill Apartments.
What is the most affordable Big Bend Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Big Bend Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MOUNTAIN VISTA and starts from $1,585.
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