
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the High Desert Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the High Desert area of Albuquerque.


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in High Desert?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Desert Studio Apartments | $1,074 | $947 | $1,242 |
| High Desert 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $900 | $2,650 |
| High Desert 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,707 | $1,053 | $2,985 |
| High Desert 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $1,839 | $3,628 |
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There are currently 20 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 Las Vistas priced from $900. The Retreat at Candelaria has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $928. Here are the most affordable High Desert apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vistas | 1BD/1B | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Treehouse | Willow | Studio,1BA | $944 |
| Eagle Point Apartments | Piquin | Studio,1BA | $947 |
| Copper Hills | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in High Desert, NM
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the High Desert area is the $1.28 price per square foot Isleta Model at Las Kivas in the in the Foothills neighborhood starting from $1,421. The second greatest value High Desert apartment is the Atwater Model at Ottavo starting at $1,936 with a $1.78 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 | $1.28 |
| Ottavo | Atwater | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Mesa Del Oso | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Copper Hills | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Pine Lane Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 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 listed at $944.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom High Desert Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom High Desert Apartment is $900 at Las Vistas.
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 $1,053 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 La Mirage Apartment Homes and starts from $1,839.
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