
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carnuel Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (41 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Carnuel area of Albuquerque.


The Twelve 601

Cloudview Terrace

Manzano Vista

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Tesota Midtown

Dorado Heights

2408 Chelwood Park Blvd NE, Unit D

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Studios on Route 66
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The Ridge

Sunrise Apartments

12124 Indian School Rd NE

Panorama Heights

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Copper Hills

179 Monte Largo Dr NE

940 Chelwood Park Blvd NE

Northpointe Village
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The Reserve

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The June

Villa Serena Apartments

12244 Menaul Blvd NE

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12001 Phoenix Ave NE, Unit C

2900 Palo Verde Dr NE
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12205 Eric Ct NE

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MOUNTAIN VISTA

Grove at Tramway

Tesota Four Hills South

308 Whispering Sands Ct SE

Whispering Sands

209 Hanosh Ct SE

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Coyote Point

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Copper Terrace Apartments

1212 Chelwood Park Blvd NE

2813 Nakomis Dr NE

13515 Copper Ave NE
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12908 Constitution Ave NE
Carnuel, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carnuel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnuel Studio Apartments | $957 | $899 | $1,085 |
| Carnuel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $695 | $1,955 |
| Carnuel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $845 | $2,386 |
| Carnuel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $985 | $2,525 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carnuel Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Carnuel Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carnuel area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Whispering Sands priced from $799. The Twelve 601 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Carnuel apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whispering Sands | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Twelve 601 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Tesota Four Hills | B1R | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Cloudview Terrace | 2Bd/1Bath LOFT | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Studios on Route 66 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Copperfield | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| The Ridge | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $960 |
| Sunrise Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Dorado Heights | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Palazzo Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carnuel, NM
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carnuel area is the $1.46 price per square foot Abo Model at Las Kivas in the in the Foothills neighborhood starting from $1,545. The second greatest value Carnuel apartment is the 2x1 Model at Copper Hills starting at $1,203 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Foothills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carnuel apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Kivas | Abo | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Copper Hills | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Tesota Midtown | B2AR | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Twelve 601 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Cloudview Terrace | 2Bd/1Bath LOFT | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Panorama Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Tesota Four Hills | B1R | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Ridge | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Copperfield | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Whispering Sands | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carnuel Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carnuel?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carnuel is at Studios on Route 66 listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carnuel Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carnuel Apartment is $654 at Tesota Four Hills.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carnuel Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carnuel is starting from $845 at Tesota Four Hills.
What is the most affordable Carnuel Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carnuel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Ridge and starts from $1,415.
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