
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the High Desert Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the High Desert area of Albuquerque.


The Retreat at Candelaria

Dorado Heights

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Canoan Village

Overlook

Tesoro on Spain
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The Heights at Tramway

2504 Chelwood Park Blvd NE, Unit Apartment A, Unit Apartment A

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Spring Park

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Sierra Meadows

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12001 Phoenix Ave NE, Unit B, Unit B
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Las Vistas

Montgomery Manor

2813 Nakomis Dr NE
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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 | $1,067 | $975 | $1,167 |
| High Desert 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $899 | $2,505 |
| High Desert 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $999 | $2,656 |
| High Desert 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $1,824 | $2,964 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the High Desert Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available High Desert Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the High Desert area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Candelaria priced from $928. Treehouse Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $959. Here are the most affordable High Desert apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Treehouse Apartments | Willow | Studio,1BA | $959 |
| Dorado Heights | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Copper Hills | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Canoan Village | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,017 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in High Desert, NM
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the High Desert area is the $1.51 price per square foot Isleta Model at Las Kivas in the in the Foothills neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value High Desert apartment is the 2x2 Model at Copper Hills starting at $1,131 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Foothills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for High Desert apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Kivas | Isleta | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Copper Hills | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 2504 Chelwood Park Blvd NE, Unit Apartment A | 2504 Chelwood Park Blvd NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Dorado Heights | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 12001 Phoenix Ave NE, Unit B | 12001 Phoenix Ave NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Pine Lane Apartments | KaloSolo-Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap High Desert Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in High Desert?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in High Desert is at Treehouse Apartments listed at $959.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom High Desert Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom High Desert Apartment is $928 at The Retreat at Candelaria.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom High Desert Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in High Desert is starting from $999 at Copper Hills.
What is the most affordable High Desert Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap High Desert Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sierra Meadows and starts from $1,824.
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