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

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317 Texas St NE
2 Bedroom Apartments

317 Texas St NE

317 Texas St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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346 Virginia St NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

346 Virginia St NE

346 Virginia St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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501 Texas St NE
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

501 Texas St NE

501 Texas St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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8209 Marquette Ave NE
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8209 Marquette Ave NE

8209-8213 NE Marquette Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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436 Utah St NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

436 Utah St NE

436 Utah St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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126 Charleston St NE
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

126 Charleston St NE

126-130 Charleston St SEAlbuquerque, NM 87108

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Pine Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Park Apartments

8201 Marquette Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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Tennessee Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tennessee Street

227-235 Tennessee St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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Donna Ann Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Donna Ann Apartments

7905-8021 Marquette Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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Tennessee Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tennessee Apartments

450-500 Tennessee St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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308 Dallas St NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

308 Dallas St NE

308 Dallas St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87108
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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 328 Rhode Island (New) St NE priced from $985. 520 Tennessee St NE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable La Mesa apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
328 Rhode Island (New) St NE2 bed/ 1 bath2BR,1BA$985
520 Tennessee St NE2bed/1 ba Unfurnished2BR,1BA$1,000
Pine Park Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, NM

As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Mesa area is the $1.39 price per square foot 2bed/1 ba Unfurnished Model at 520 Tennessee St NE in the in the Towne Park neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value La Mesa apartment is the 2 bed/ 1 bath Model at 328 Rhode Island (New) St NE starting at $985 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Towne Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
520 Tennessee St NE2bed/1 ba Unfurnished2BR,1BA$1.39
328 Rhode Island (New) St NE2 bed/ 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.23
Pine Park Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.58
242 Wisconsin St NE, Unit A242 Wisconsin St NE1BR,1BA$1.85

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Mesa 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 $985 at 328 Rhode Island (New) St NE.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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