
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Cueva Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $900 (25 Rentals)
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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 | $1,541 | $944 | $1,815 |
| La Cueva 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $938 | $2,418 |
| La Cueva 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $1,122 | $3,061 |
| La Cueva 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,072 | $1,829 | $2,259 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the La Cueva Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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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 $999. Overlook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. 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 | $999 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Telegraph Hill | 1x1-537 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Quincy | Ballinger Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,272 |
| Desert Willow | Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Cueva, NM
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Cueva area is the $1.60 price per square foot Atwater Model at Ottavo in the in the Foothills neighborhood starting from $1,736. The second greatest value La Cueva apartment is the Cottonwood Renovted Model at Spring Park starting at $1,780 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Northeast Quadrant 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottavo | Atwater | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Spring Park | Cottonwood Renovted | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| La Mirage Apartment Homes | Tijeras | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Vista Del Sol Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Arterra | Vadara | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Broadstone Heights | 1x1-880-Full Renovation | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Desert Willow | Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Quincy | Ballinger Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Overlook | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Villas de la Terraza | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
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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 $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Cueva Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Cueva Apartment is $1,150 at Villas de la Terraza.
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 $1,224 at Villas de la Terraza.
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