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Villas de la Terraza
6401 Academy Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Cueva Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $899 (5 Rentals)
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Montecito
5800 Harper Dr NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109
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Desert Willow
8901 Jefferson St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87113
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Overlook
6200 Eubank Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87111
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Telegraph Hill
7000 Louisiana Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109
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La Cueva, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Cueva?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Cueva Studio Apartments | $1,548 | $899 | $1,880 |
| La Cueva 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $959 | $2,350 |
| La Cueva 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $1,270 | $3,634 |
| La Cueva 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,003 | $1,799 | $2,383 |
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Cheapest Available La Cueva Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Cueva area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Villas de la Terraza priced from $899. Montecito has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $971. Here are the most affordable La Cueva apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas de la Terraza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Montecito | 0BD, 1BTH | Studio,1BA | $971 |
| Desert Willow | Madera | 1BR,1BA | $1,061 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Cueva, NM
As of September 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Cueva area is the $1.84 price per square foot B5 Model at Olympus Latitude in the in the Baloon Fiesta Park neighborhood starting from $2,339. The second greatest value La Cueva apartment is the 2X2-1135-Upgraded Model at Broadstone Heights starting at $1,829 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Academy Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Cueva apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympus Latitude | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Broadstone Heights | 2X2-1135-Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Quincy | Pine Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Vista Del Sol Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Arterra | Vadara | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Cielo Alameda | 1x1b | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Jemez | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Desert Willow | Madera | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Villas de la Terraza | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Cueva Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in La Cueva?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in La Cueva is at Villas de la Terraza listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Cueva Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Cueva Apartment is $1,061 at Desert Willow.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Cueva Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Cueva is starting from $1,270 at Desert Willow.
What is the most affordable La Cueva Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap La Cueva Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villas de la Terraza and starts from $1,925.
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