
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ladera West Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (12 Rentals)
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Ladera West, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ladera West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ladera West Studio Apartments | $926 | $840 | $994 |
| Ladera West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $730 | $1,960 |
| Ladera West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $895 | $3,899 |
| Ladera West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $1,150 | $3,890 |
| Ladera West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ladera West Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Ladera West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ladera West area of Albuquerque, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Rainbow Apartments priced from $850. Tierra Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $869. Here are the most affordable Ladera West apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Apartments | Stodio | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Tierra Pointe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $869 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ladera West, NM
As of December 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ladera West area is the $1.60 price per square foot Juniper Model at Q @ Bosque Trail in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Ladera West apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Canon de Arrowhead starting at $1,154 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Alamosa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ladera West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q @ Bosque Trail | Juniper | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Canon de Arrowhead | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Stride West | a10ar - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Phoenix Apartments: Rises Above the Rest! | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Villa Hermosa | The Aztec | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Mesa Ridge Apartments | The Sage | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Welcome Home To Rio Volcan! | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Taylor Ranch | JR: Birch (TR) | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Rainbow Apartments | Stodio | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Volcanes Commons | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLadera West, Albuquerque, NM
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Among cities in New Mexico for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Ladera West Neighborhood in Albuquerque, NM
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ladera West Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ladera West?
The cheapest apartment in Ladera West is Rainbow Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Ladera West costs $2,140.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ladera West?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 26 regular apartments in Ladera West that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Ladera West?
Cheap apartments in Ladera West have an average cost of $253 which is $1,887 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ladera West.
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