
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Los Padillas Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (30 Rentals)
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La Vida Nueva

Vail Manor Apartments

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3715 Simms Ave SE, Unit A

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Los Padillas, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Los Padillas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Padillas Studio Apartments | $817 | $699 | $1,248 |
| Los Padillas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $599 | $1,946 |
| Los Padillas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $975 | $2,200 |
| Los Padillas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,976 | $1,376 | $2,500 |
| Los Padillas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,303 | $1,534 | $2,664 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Los Padillas Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Los Padillas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Los Padillas area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Diamond Elite Luxury Townhomes priced from $699. Vail Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Los Padillas apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Elite Luxury Townhomes | Studio/1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Vail Manor Apartments | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| CRESTWOOD APARTMENTS | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Tierra Linda Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $994 |
| Taylor Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| La Vida Nueva | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,234 |
| Diamond Mesa | Sapphire | 1BR,1BA | $1,603 |
| Encanto at Mesa Del Sol | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $1,632 |
| Broadstone Towne Center | The Havana | 2BR,2BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Los Padillas, NM
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Los Padillas area is the $1.28 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Taylor Ridge Apartments in the in the Southwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Los Padillas apartment is the The Havana Model at Broadstone Towne Center starting at $1,775 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Southwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Los Padillas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Ridge Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Broadstone Towne Center | The Havana | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Diamond Mesa | Sapphire | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| CRESTWOOD APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| La Vida Nueva | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Tierra Linda Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Encanto at Mesa Del Sol | Sandia | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Vail Manor Apartments | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 3715 Simms Ave SE, Unit Unit A | 3715 Simms Ave SE | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
| Diamond Elite Luxury Townhomes | Studio/1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.61 |
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Best Local Schools in Los Padillas, Albuquerque, NM
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Los Padillas Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Los Padillas?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Los Padillas is under $1,775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Los Padillas?
The cheapest apartment in Los Padillas is Vail Manor Apartments which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Los Padillas costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Los Padillas?
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 3 regular apartments in Los Padillas 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 Los Padillas?
Cheap apartments in Los Padillas have an average cost of $109 which is $2,391 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Los Padillas.
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