
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Manzano Mesa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (82 Rentals)
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408 Pennsylvania St SE

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Tesota Four Hills

The Twelve 601

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200 Tennessee St NE, Unit 200 A

305 Wisconsin St NE

Cloudview Terrace

236 1/2 Vermont St NE

Manzano Vista

122 Charleston St SE
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431 Virginia St NE

208 General Marshall St NE

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Tesota Midtown

Rio Vista Senior Apartments

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201 Vermont St NE, Unit B

147 General Arnold St NE, Unit 4

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528 Charleston St SE, Unit 3

242 Wisconsin St NE, Unit 242 Wisconsin St NE Apt. A

128 General Arnold St NE
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127 Tennessee St SE

The Ridge

216 General Marshall St NE

308 General Marshall St NE

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Farolito Senior Apartments

520 Tennessee St NE

179 Monte Largo Dr NE

940 Chelwood Park Blvd NE

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Arrowhead Pointe
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8313 Marquette Ave. NE

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The June

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The Reserve

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Glorieta

Virginia Rose Apartments

209 Charleston St NE

436 Utah St NE

7900-7904 Trumbull Ave SE

126 Charleston St NE
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217 Pennsylvania St NE

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628-636 Morris St NE

328 Tennessee St SE

200-206 Pennsylvania St NE

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308 Whispering Sands Ct SE

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760 Juan Tabo Blvd NE
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Manzano Mesa, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manzano Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manzano Mesa Studio Apartments | $778 | $700 | $910 |
| Manzano Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,103 | $734 | $1,955 |
| Manzano Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $850 | $2,192 |
| Manzano Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $1,120 | $3,164 |
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Cheapest Available Manzano Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Manzano Mesa area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Juniper Flats priced from $700. Whispering Sands has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Manzano Mesa apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juniper Flats | Arroyo | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Whispering Sands | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Tennessee Street | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Twelve 601 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Cloudview Terrace | 2Bd/1Bath LOFT | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| 332 Grove St SE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 308 Virginia St NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Monterey Manor Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Rio Vista Senior Apartments | Income-Restricted One Bedroom Senior Apartment ... | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manzano Mesa, NM
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manzano 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 Manzano Mesa apartment is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at Los Altos Towers starting at $1,148 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the South Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manzano 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 |
| Los Altos Towers | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Twelve 601 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 200 Tennessee St NE, Unit 200 A | 200 Tennessee St NE | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Cloudview Terrace | 2Bd/1Bath LOFT | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 147 General Arnold St NE, Unit 4 | 147 General Arnold St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Panorama Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 308 Virginia St NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Tennessee Street | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Whispering Sands | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manzano Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Manzano Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Manzano Mesa is at Juniper Flats listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Manzano Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Manzano Mesa Apartment is $799 at Whispering Sands.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Manzano Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Manzano Mesa is starting from $800 at Tennessee Street.
What is the most affordable Manzano Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Manzano Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 328 Rhode Island (New) St NE and starts from $1,230.
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