
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Mesa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $500 (19 Rentals)
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317 Texas St NE

346 Virginia St NE

243-247 Rhode Island NE

501 Texas St NE

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mesa Studio Apartments | $809 | $724 | $854 |
| La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $936 | $825 | $1,045 |
| La Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $825 | $1,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the La Mesa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available La Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Mesa area of Albuquerque, NM is a 2 Beds unit found at Tennessee Street priced from $800. Cinnamon Tree Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable La Mesa apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Street | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Cinnamon Tree Apartments | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| 520 Tennessee St NE | 2bed/1 ba Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Pine Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 328 Rhode Island (New) St NE | 3 bed/ 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,230 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, NM
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Mesa area is the $1.29 price per square foot 3 bed/ 1 bath Model at 328 Rhode Island (New) St NE in the in the Towne Park neighborhood starting from $1,230. The second greatest value La Mesa apartment is the 2bed/1 ba Unfurnished Model at 520 Tennessee St NE starting at $1,200 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the South Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 328 Rhode Island (New) St NE | 3 bed/ 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 520 Tennessee St NE | 2bed/1 ba Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Tennessee Street | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Pine Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Cinnamon Tree Apartments | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Mesa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Mesa Apartment is $985 at Cinnamon Tree Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Mesa is starting from $800 at Tennessee Street.
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