
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Commons Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $600 (24 Rentals)
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Jefferson Commons, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson Commons?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Commons Studio Apartments | $1,149 | $754 | $1,943 |
| Jefferson Commons 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $814 | $2,188 |
| Jefferson Commons 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $950 | $2,627 |
| Jefferson Commons 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $1,331 | $1,849 |
| Jefferson Commons 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Commons Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jefferson Commons area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Encanto Lofts Apartments priced from $754. Comanche Wells has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $763. Here are the most affordable Jefferson Commons apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encanto Lofts Apartments | Juniper - Studio + Den | Studio,1BA | $754 |
| Comanche Wells | S1 | Studio,1BA | $763 |
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio,1BA | $769 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Via Apartments | Studio TC | Studio,1BA | $801 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson Commons, NM
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson Commons area is the $1.57 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Villas de la Terraza in the in the Baloon Fiesta Park neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Jefferson Commons apartment is the KaloDuo Model at Theta Apartments starting at $975 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson Commons apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas de la Terraza | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Theta Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Villa Esperanza | Two Bedroom One and a Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Milo | Madrid Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Casa Tierra | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Arroyo Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| North Park Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Commons Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jefferson Commons?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jefferson Commons is under $985.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jefferson Commons?
The cheapest apartment in Jefferson Commons is Encanto Lofts Apartments which is listed at $814, while the average apartment in Jefferson Commons costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jefferson Commons?
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 Jefferson Commons 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 Jefferson Commons?
Cheap apartments in Jefferson Commons have an average cost of $343 which is $2,057 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferson Commons.
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