
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carnuel Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Carnuel area of Albuquerque.


The Twelve 601

Cloudview Terrace

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Tesota Four Hills

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Tesota Midtown

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Copper Hills

2408 Chelwood Park Blvd NE, Unit D, Unit D

The Ridge

Dorado Heights
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Sunrise Apartments

Panorama Heights

940 Chelwood Park Blvd NE

Northpointe Village

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The June

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405 Dorado Ct SE, Unit D, Unit D

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MOUNTAIN VISTA

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2504 Chelwood Park Blvd NE, Unit Apartment A, Unit Apartment A

Grove at Tramway

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VILLA LA CHARLES

12244 Menaul Blvd NE

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12001 Phoenix Ave NE, Unit B, Unit B

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CIBOLA VILLAGE

Tesota Four Hills South

308 Whispering Sands Ct SE

209 Hanosh Ct SE
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Santa Clara Apartments

Whispering Sands

13121 Neon Ave NE

Roadway Motel

Coyote Point

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1212 Chelwood Park Blvd NE

2813 Nakomis Dr NE

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 | $1,022 | $965 | $1,095 |
| Carnuel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $730 | $1,935 |
| Carnuel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $803 | $2,295 |
| Carnuel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $923 | $2,620 |
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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 The Twelve 601 priced from $745. Cloudview Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Carnuel apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Twelve 601 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Cloudview Terrace | 1bd/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Tesota Four Hills | B1R | 2BR,1BA | $859 |
| Whispering Sands | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Ridge | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| Copper Hills | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Dorado Heights | A | Studio,1BA | $965 |
| Copperfield | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Tesota Midtown | A1AR | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Northpointe Village | aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carnuel, NM
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carnuel area is the $1.51 price per square foot Isleta Model at Las Kivas in the in the Foothills neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Carnuel apartment is the 12229 Menaul Blvd NE Model at 12229 Menaul Blvd NE, Unit B starting at $1,400 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Northeast Quadrant 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 | Isleta | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 12229 Menaul Blvd NE, Unit B | 12229 Menaul Blvd NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Copper Hills | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 2504 Chelwood Park Blvd NE, Unit Apartment A | 2504 Chelwood Park Blvd NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 405 Dorado Ct SE, Unit Unit D | 405 Dorado Ct SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Sunrise Apartments | Large Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Twelve 601 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Tesota Four Hills | B1R | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Ridge | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Whispering Sands | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carnuel Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carnuel Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carnuel Apartment is $745 at The Twelve 601.
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 $862 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 $1,430.
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