
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Manzano Mesa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $750 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Manzano Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manzano Mesa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,174 | $900 | $2,195 |
| Manzano Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,115 | $1,750 | $2,500 |
| Manzano Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,263 | $2,045 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Manzano Mesa Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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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 1 Bed unit found at 501 Texas Street NE priced from $695. 332 Grove St SE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Manzano Mesa apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 501 Texas Street NE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 332 Grove St SE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Chico Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Juniper Flats | Arroyo | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 122 Charleston SE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manzano Mesa, NM
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manzano Mesa area is the $0.87 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Los Altos Towers in the in the South Los Altos neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Manzano Mesa apartment is the Top Floor 3BR/2BA with Private Balcony Model at Large Bedrooms and Balconies! starting at $1,550 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Towne Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Altos Towers | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Large Bedrooms and Balconies! | Top Floor 3BR/2BA with Private Balcony | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Whispering Sands | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| 328 Rhode Island (New) St NE | 3 bed/ 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 8000 Grand Avenue NE | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Twelve 601 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Monte Largo | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 340 Pennsylvania St NE | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 332 Grove St SE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 501 Texas Street NE | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Manzano Mesa
What type of rentals are currently available in Manzano Mesa?
There are currently 358 Apartments for Rent in Manzano Mesa, NM with pricing that ranges from $675 to $2,572. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manzano Mesa ranging from $750 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Manzano Mesa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Manzano Mesa ranges from $750 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,753.
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