Cheap Homes for Rent in the La Mesa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $900 (4 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, NM

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Mesa area is the $1.21 price per square foot Top Floor 3BR/2BA with Private Balcony Model at Large Bedrooms and Balconies! in the in the Towne Park neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value La Mesa apartment is the 3 bed/ 1 bath Model at 328 Rhode Island (New) St NE starting at $1,199 with a $1.26 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.
Large Bedrooms and Balconies!Top Floor 3BR/2BA with Private Balcony3BR,2BA$1.21
328 Rhode Island (New) St NE3 bed/ 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.26
8000 Grand Avenue NE2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
520 Tennessee St NE2bed/1 ba Unfurnished2BR,1BA$1.39
425 Wisconsin st NE2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
535 Texas St NE, Unit A535 Texas St NE2BR,1BA$1.20
340 Pennsylvania St NE2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.29
501 Texas Street NE1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.21
Chico Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.41
431 Virginia Street NE0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.70

Frequently Asked Questions about La Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in La Mesa?

There are currently 137 Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, NM with pricing that ranges from $700 to $1,800. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Mesa ranging from $900 to $2,045.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in La Mesa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in La Mesa ranges from $900 to $2,045 with an average monthly rent of $2,045.

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