
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $500 (7 Rentals)
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Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza Studio Apartments | $885 | $547 | $1,661 |
| Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $889 | $4,121 |
| Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $1,031 | $2,750 |
| Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $1,338 | $1,682 |
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Cheapest Available Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Desert Creek Apartments priced from $547. Peaks at Los Ranchos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $960. Here are the most affordable Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio,1BA | $547 |
| Peaks at Los Ranchos | Silverado Renovated | Studio,1BA | $960 |
| Arroyo Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $971 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza, NM
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza area is the $1.92 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Villas @ Rio in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $2,075. The second greatest value Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza apartment is the Type C Model at Griegos Farms starting at $2,750 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas @ Rio | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Griegos Farms | Type C | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Cresta North Valley | 2 bed/2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Poblana Place | I 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Arroyo Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Lifestyles at Renaissance | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Peaks at Los Ranchos | Silverado Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $1.92 |
| Siegel Select ABQ I | Large Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.37 |
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio ,1BA | $3.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza is under $1,875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza is Arroyo Vista which is listed at $971, while the average apartment in Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza costs $1,682.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Douglas MacArthur Sandia Plaza that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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