
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cielito Lindo Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (59 Rentals)
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Casa Del Arroyo Apartments

Executive West - Senior Community

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Copper Hills

Sedona Ridge

2408 Chelwood Park Blvd NE, Unit D, Unit D

The Retreat at Candelaria

Three Fountains

Acacia Gardens

Dorado Heights
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Arlo Apartments

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Eagle Point Apartments

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Canoan Village

3211 Morris St NE

10789 Towner Ave NE

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La Vida Buena Apartments

Pinon Terrace

Overlook

Tesoro on Spain
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The Heights at Tramway

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

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CIBOLA VILLAGE

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Spring Park

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VILLA LA CHARLES

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Sierra Meadows

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12001 Phoenix Ave NE, Unit B, Unit B

12244 Menaul Blvd NE

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Calero
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Grove at Tramway

La Mirage Apartment Homes

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Quincy

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12229 Menaul Blvd NE, Unit B, Unit B

12120 Candelaria Rd NE

Enclave

8801 Natalie Ave NE

8301 Comanche Ct NE

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12220 Menaul Blvd NE, Unit c, Unit c

Altezza High Desert
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Ottavo

11101 Towner Ave NE

Inca - FREE Utilities

8912 Bellehaven Ave NE

Mission Hill Apartments

Pine Lane Apartments

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Wyoming Place Apartments

Las Vistas

Montgomery Manor
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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 | $1,008 | $840 | $1,167 |
| Cielito Lindo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $850 | $2,439 |
| Cielito Lindo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $950 | $3,281 |
| Cielito Lindo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,104 | $1,500 | $2,615 |
| 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 Studio unit found at Lexington Place Apartments priced from $840. Casa Del Arroyo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Cielito Lindo apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Sedona Ridge | Zuni | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Treehouse Apartments | Willow | Studio,1BA | $959 |
| Acacia Gardens | Taos Classic | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Dorado Heights | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Arlo Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Copper Hills | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Eagle Point Apartments | Pasilla | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cielito Lindo, NM
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cielito Lindo area is the $1.13 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled Model at Pinon Terrace in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,245. The second greatest value Cielito Lindo 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 Cielito Lindo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinon Terrace | Two Bedroom - Fully Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 12229 Menaul Blvd NE, Unit B | 12229 Menaul Blvd NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Copper Hills | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Executive West - Senior Community | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 2504 Chelwood Park Blvd NE, Unit Apartment A | 2504 Chelwood Park Blvd NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Arlo Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| La Vida Buena Apartments | The Seville | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 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 Lexington Place Apartments listed at $840.
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 $950 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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