Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Albuquerque Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $1,500 (4 Rentals)

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Downtown Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albuquerque, NM

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Albuquerque area is the $1.54 price per square foot Fully Furnished & Decorated Model at Sunport Luxury Townhomes in the in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Downtown Albuquerque apartment is the Amazing Model at 873-895 Silver Ave SW starting at $1,450 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Hunning Highland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Albuquerque apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sunport Luxury TownhomesFully Furnished & Decorated5BR,5BA$1.54
873-895 Silver Ave SWAmazing1BR,1BA$1.50
Valley ApartmentsRiver Platinum2BR,1BA$1.64
Cresta North Valley1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1.60
El ParadorType A1BR,1BA$2.14
Nine-O-Nine ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.47
Peaks at Sandia View1x1R-6381BR,1BA$1.57
One Central1x1 AB1BR,1BA$2.39
Alvarado ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.35
Millennium Flats - Washer-Dryer IncludedStudioStudio ,1BA$2.40

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Albuquerque

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Albuquerque?

There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albuquerque, NM with pricing that ranges from $740 to $2,900. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Albuquerque ranging from $1,500 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Albuquerque?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Albuquerque ranges from $1,500 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,973.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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