
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Commons Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $700 (48 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Jefferson Commons area of Albuquerque.


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Desert Creek Apartments

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Comanche Wells

Rock Creek

Encanto Lofts Apartments

Via Apartments

3204 Comanche Rd NE

San Pedro Village

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Milo

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Sun Plaza

Silverado

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AYA ABQ

4601 Douglas MacArthur Rd NE

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Casa Tierra

1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT

Oak Tree Park
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The Senary by Allaso

3617 Wellesley Dr SE

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Villas Del Cielo

3217 Wellesley Ct NE

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Gracey's Nation - Truman Community

3301 Monroe St NE

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Siegel Select - No Vacancy

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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 | $1,098 | $700 | $1,815 |
| Jefferson Commons 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $840 | $2,345 |
| Jefferson Commons 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $975 | $2,666 |
| Jefferson Commons 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $1,166 | $2,460 |
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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 Desert Creek Apartments priced from $723. Encanto Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Jefferson Commons apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio,1BA | $723 |
| Encanto Lofts Apartments | Juniper - Studio + Den | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Via Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom TC | 1BR,1BA | $864 |
| Sunchase Apartments | Jr 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Mont 44 Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom TC | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
| Comanche Wells | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Arroyo Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $971 |
| North Park Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| The Lakes | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Woodberry Heights | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson Commons, NM
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson Commons area is the $1.20 price per square foot KaloDuo Model at Theta Apartments in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,075. The second greatest value Jefferson Commons apartment is the KaloDuo Model at Chelsea Village Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Northeast 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. |
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| Theta Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Chelsea Village Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Montecito | 2BD, 2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Villa Esperanza | Two Bedroom One and a Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Arroyo Vista | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Sunset Pointe | SM1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Via Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| North Park Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $995.
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 $835, while the average apartment in Jefferson Commons costs $1,567.
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 24 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 $398 which is $1,169 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferson Commons.
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