Cheap Homes for Rent in the Cottonwoods Heights Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $1,600 (5 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Cottonwoods Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottonwoods Heights area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at La Cantera Senior Apartments priced from $956. The Panorama has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,098. Here are the most affordable Cottonwoods Heights apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Cantera Senior Apartments1x11BR,1BA$956
The PanoramaStudio BStudio,1BA$1,098
Odyssey ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,154

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwoods Heights, NM

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwoods Heights area is the $1.60 price per square foot 3bed 2 bath Model at Resort at Sandia Village in the in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,851. The second greatest value Cottonwoods Heights apartment is the Cypress (LUX) Model at Cottonwood Ranch starting at $1,655 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwoods Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Resort at Sandia Village3bed 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.60
Cottonwood RanchCypress (LUX)2BR,2BA$1.50
SkyStone ApartmentsVashon1BR,1BA$2.00
Wintergreen Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.90
The AubryA81BR,1BA$2.02
The AspensMaple (Premium)1BR,1BA$1.80
CircMadison1BR,1BA$1.65
Eagle Ranch ApartmentsLatigo1BR,1BA$1.72
PrismaScarlet Renovated1BR,1BA$1.89
La Cantera Senior Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.61

Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwoods Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Cottonwoods Heights?

There are currently 36 Apartments for Rent in Cottonwoods Heights, NM with pricing that ranges from $1,098 to $2,894. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cottonwoods Heights ranging from $1,600 to $3,599.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cottonwoods Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cottonwoods Heights ranges from $1,600 to $3,599 with an average monthly rent of $2,589.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cottonwoods Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cottonwoods Heights range from $1,680 to $2,854, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,050 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,715.

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