
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Manzano Mesa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $400 (22 Rentals)
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Tesota Four Hills

333 Dallas St NE

Glorieta

Virginia Rose Apartments

209 Charleston St NE

436 Utah St NE
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217 Pennsylvania St NE

Donna Ann Apartments

628-636 Morris St NE

328 Tennessee St SE

200-206 Pennsylvania St NE
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Tesota Four Hills South

308 Whispering Sands Ct SE

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760 Juan Tabo Blvd NE

Rio Vista Senior

ABQ Encore
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $730 | $2,388 |
| Manzano Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $743 | $2,062 |
| Manzano Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $1,020 | $2,764 |
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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 ABQ Encore priced from $799. Lomas Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here are the most affordable Manzano Mesa apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABQ Encore | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Lomas Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| River Rock Apartments | KaloSolo | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Tesota Four Hills | B1R | 2BR,1BA | $858 |
| Los Altos Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manzano Mesa, NM
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manzano Mesa area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Zia Townhomes in the in the South Los Altos neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Manzano Mesa apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Ridge starting at $1,330 with a $1.18 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zia Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| The Ridge | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| River Rock Apartments | KaloDuo-Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 328 Rhode Island (New) St NE | 2 bed/ 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 147 General Arnold St NE, Unit 4 | 147 General Arnold St NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Panorama Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Lomas Gardens | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Monterey Manor Apartments | KaloSolo-Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 528 Charleston St SE, Unit 3 | 528 Charleston St SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Tesota Four Hills | A2R | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manzano Mesa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Manzano Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Manzano Mesa Apartment is $815 at Lomas Gardens.
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 $858 at Tesota Four Hills.
What is the most affordable Manzano Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Manzano Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Ridge and starts from $1,105.
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