
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (26 Rentals)
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The Twelve 601

Cloudview Terrace

Canyon Crest

Lexington Place Apartments

Casa Del Arroyo Apartments
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Eastside, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastside Studio Apartments | $957 | $699 | $1,167 |
| Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,174 | $745 | $2,486 |
| Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $850 | $3,022 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $1,200 | $2,195 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Eastside Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Lexington Place Apartments priced from $840. The Twelve 601 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| The Twelve 601 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Cloudview Terrace | 2Bd/1Bath LOFT | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Sedona Ridge | Zuni | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Dorado Heights | A | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Studios on Route 66 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Nova View | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Candlelight Square | Silver Sage | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, NM
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastside 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 Eastside apartment is the 2x1 Model at Copper Hills starting at $1,103 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Foothills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastside 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 |
| Copper Hills | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| The Twelve 601 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Cloudview Terrace | 2Bd/1Bath LOFT | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Wyoming Place Apartments | 1 Bed B | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Panorama Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Arlo Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Ridge | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Casa Del Arroyo Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eastside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastside is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastside?
The cheapest apartment in Eastside is Casa Del Arroyo Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Eastside costs $1,620.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastside?
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 30 regular apartments in Eastside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Eastside?
Cheap apartments in Eastside have an average cost of $210 which is $1,410 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastside.
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