
Apartments for Rent in the High Desert Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM (67 Rentals)


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Allaso High Desert

Overlook

Dorado Heights

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Quincy

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Ottavo

Allegro at Tanoan

La Ventana

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Copper Hills

Mesa Del Oso
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Spring Park

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Canoan Village

The Heights at Tramway

Grove at Tramway

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CIBOLA VILLAGE

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Tesoro on Spain

The Retreat at Candelaria

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Las Vistas
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Altezza High Desert

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Sierra Meadows

6416 Sage Point Ct NE

13243 Silver Peak Pl NE

6204 Sedona Dr NE

Prospector's Point

Sandia Plaza Condoniniums

2700 Chelwood Park Blvd NE

5185 Glenwood Pointe Ln NE

12409 Manitoba NE
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Casa Pacifica

Academy Hills Apartments

10916 Juan Tabo Pl

781 Tramway Pl NE

Oso Park Condominiums

788 Tramway Pl NE

2813 Nakomis Dr NE

12209 Eric Ct

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2708 Chelwood Park Blvd NE

Pickard Triplex on Palo Verde

11600 Candelaria Rd NE

2520 NE Chelwood Park Blvd

2913-2925 Muriel St NE

2817-2821 Muriel St NE

2813 Muriel St NE

2809 Muriel St NE

2805 Muriel St

3121 Lori Pl
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High Desert, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in High Desert?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Desert Studio Apartments | $1,086 | $947 | $1,242 |
| High Desert 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $900 | $2,446 |
| High Desert 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $1,053 | $2,849 |
| High Desert 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $1,759 | $3,501 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in High Desert?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,025 | $2,800 | $3,250 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,695 | $2,695 | $2,695 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the High Desert Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Frequently Asked Questions about High Desert
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the High Desert area of Albuquerque, NM?
As of today, August 07, 2026, there are currently 67 available High Desert apartments priced from $900 to $3,501, with an average monthly rent of $1,631.
How much are Studio apartments in High Desert?
There are currently 16 Studio Apartments in High Desert with rent ranges from $947 to $1,242 with an average price of $1,086.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom High Desert Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in High Desert ranges from $900 to $2,446 with an average monthly rent of $1,439.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in High Desert cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in High Desert range from $1,053 to $2,849. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,727.
How expensive are High Desert Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 19 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in High Desert on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,759 to $3,501 - averaging $2,175 for the location.
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