
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cielito Lindo Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (62 Rentals)
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Executive East Apartments

Executive West - Senior Community

2408 Chelwood Park Blvd NE, Unit D

Dorado Heights

The Retreat at Candelaria

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Eagle Point Apartments

12124 Indian School Rd NE

Sedona Ridge

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Copper Hills

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Pinon Terrace

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Canoan Village

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Overlook

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12001 Phoenix Ave NE, Unit C

The Heights at Tramway

10204 Candelaria Rd NE, Unit 10204

Tesoro on Spain

Grove at Tramway

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Spring Park

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Sierra Meadows
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VILLA LA CHARLES

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Quincy

Enclave

12120 Candelaria Rd NE

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8301 Comanche Ct NE

8801 Natalie Ave NE

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Ottavo

Altezza High Desert

11101 Towner Ave NE
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Las Vistas I

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Treehouse

Montgomery Manor

2813 Nakomis Dr NE

12205 Eric Ct NE

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Cielito Lindo, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cielito Lindo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cielito Lindo Studio Apartments | $1,001 | $885 | $1,242 |
| Cielito Lindo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $850 | $2,439 |
| Cielito Lindo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $945 | $2,977 |
| Cielito Lindo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $1,500 | $2,525 |
| Cielito Lindo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Cielito Lindo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cielito Lindo area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Casa Del Arroyo Apartments priced from $850. Executive East Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Cielito Lindo apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Executive East Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Dorado Heights | A | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Pine Lane Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Lexington Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| Treehouse | Willow | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Acacia Gardens | Taos Deluxe 1 | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Eagle Point Apartments | Piquin | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| Arlo Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cielito Lindo, NM
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cielito Lindo area is the $1.47 price per square foot Isleta Model at Las Kivas in the in the Foothills neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Cielito Lindo apartment is the Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled Model at Pinon Terrace starting at $1,245 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cielito Lindo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Las Kivas | Isleta | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Pinon Terrace | Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Arlo Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Wyoming Place Apartments | 1 Bed B | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Copper Hills | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Executive East Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Pine Lane Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cielito Lindo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cielito Lindo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cielito Lindo is at Dorado Heights listed at $925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cielito Lindo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cielito Lindo Apartment is $850 at Casa Del Arroyo Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cielito Lindo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cielito Lindo is starting from $945 at Casa Del Arroyo Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cielito Lindo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cielito Lindo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sierra Meadows and starts from $1,824.
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