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

317 Texas St NE

243-247 Rhode Island NE

501 Texas St NE

317-319 Pennsylvania St NE
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8209 Marquette Ave NE

209 Charleston St NE

436 Utah St NE

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217 Pennsylvania St NE

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La Mesa, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mesa Studio Apartments | $839 | $724 | $874 |
| La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $932 | $750 | $1,075 |
| La Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $900 | $1,800 |
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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. 308 Virginia St NE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. 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 |
| 308 Virginia St NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Cinnamon Tree Apartments | Studio Reno | Studio,1BA | $874 |
| 520 Tennessee St NE | 2bed/1 ba Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Pine Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, NM
As of June 09, 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 |
| 200 Tennessee St NE, Unit 200 A | 200 Tennessee St NE | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 535 Texas St NE, Unit C | 535 Texas St NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 308 Virginia St NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Tennessee Street | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Pine Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Cinnamon Tree Apartments | Studio Reno | Studio ,1BA | $2.68 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in La Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in La Mesa is at Cinnamon Tree Apartments listed at $874.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Mesa Apartment is $1,025 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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