
Cheap Homes for Rent in La Cienega del Norte Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $800 (7 Rentals)
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3908 Ortiz Ct NE

5800 2nd St NW
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165 Hilton Ave NW

501 El Paraiso Rd NW

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How much does it cost to rent a home in La Cienega del Norte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Cienega del Norte 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,689 | $1,400 | $1,850 |
| La Cienega del Norte 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,187 | $1,600 | $2,850 |
| La Cienega del Norte 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,575 | $2,250 | $6,900 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the La Cienega del Norte Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available La Cienega del Norte Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Cienega del Norte area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Desert Creek Apartments priced from $725. Via Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $864. Here are the most affordable La Cienega del Norte apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Via Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom TC | 1BR,1BA | $864 |
| San Pedro Village | Acoma Studio | Studio,1BA | $885 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Cienega del Norte, NM
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Cienega del Norte area is the $1.50 price per square foot Cypress (LUX) Model at Cottonwood Ranch in the in the Sunrise Village at Northern Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,645. The second greatest value La Cienega del Norte apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Renovated Model at Via Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the North Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Cienega del Norte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Ranch | Cypress (LUX) | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Via Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Theta Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Desert Willow | Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Villa Esperanza | Two Bedroom One and a Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Arroyo Vista | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Casa Tierra | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| North Park Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| The Lakes | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in La Cienega del Norte?
There are currently 98 Apartments for Rent in La Cienega del Norte, NM with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,950. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Cienega del Norte ranging from $875 to $6,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in La Cienega del Norte?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in La Cienega del Norte ranges from $875 to $6,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,467.
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