
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the High Desert Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $711 (19 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 | $1,085 | $1,005 | $1,220 |
| High Desert 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $900 | $2,579 |
| High Desert 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $1,053 | $2,900 |
| High Desert 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $1,819 | $2,967 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 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 $969. Treehouse has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,004. 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 | Aztec | 1BR, 1BA | $969 |
| Treehouse | Willow | Studio, 1BA | $1,004 |
| Dorado Heights | A | Studio, 1BA | $1,005 |
| Pine Lane Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR, 1BA | $1,005 |
| Eagle Point Apartments | Piquin | Studio, 1BA | $1,036 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in High Desert, NM
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the High Desert area is the $1.53 price per square foot Pine Renovated Model at Quincy in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,704. The second greatest value High Desert apartment is the Isleta Model at Las Kivas in the Foothills neighborhood starting at $1,441 with a $1.30 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quincy | Pine Renovated | 2BR, 2BA | $1.53 |
| Las Kivas | Isleta | 2BR, 2BA | $1.30 |
| Mesa Del Oso | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.64 |
| Heights at Tramway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.34 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.64 |
| Tesoro on Spain | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.51 |
| PPL 9716 Comanche - Building 1 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.46 |
| Copper Hills | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.50 |
| Pine Lane Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR, 1BA | $1.55 |
| The Retreat at Candelaria | Artesia | 1BR, 1BA | $1.55 |
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 $1,004.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom High Desert Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom High Desert Apartment is $969 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 $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 Ventana and starts from $1,899.
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