
Apartments for Rent in the McKinley Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM (152 Rentals)


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McKinley, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McKinley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKinley Studio Apartments | $896 | $726 | $1,559 |
| McKinley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $799 | $2,394 |
| McKinley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $900 | $2,576 |
| McKinley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $1,200 | $4,419 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in McKinley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,343 | $1,400 | $4,600 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,968 | $1,450 | $2,850 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,171 | $1,795 | $2,995 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMckinley, Albuquerque, NM
Ranked #40
Among cities in New Mexico for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New Mexico and customized analysis for Albuquerque, New Mexico. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? Amongst all of the communities in Albuquerque, this residential area is one of the A-list communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, and access to the best-rated schools.
Outdoors Rating
Love parks and outdoor amenities? McKinley is a highly-rated neighborhood for its parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This area ranks as amongst the finest upscale neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise pets? this area has a reputation as one of our preferred submarkets for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about McKinley
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the McKinley area of Albuquerque, NM?
As of today, September 22, 2026, there are currently 152 available McKinley apartments priced from $726 to $4,419, with an average monthly rent of $1,230.
How much are Studio apartments in McKinley?
There are currently 49 Studio Apartments in McKinley with rent ranges from $726 to $1,559 with an average price of $896.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom McKinley Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in McKinley ranges from $799 to $2,394 with an average monthly rent of $1,143.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in McKinley cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in McKinley range from $900 to $2,576. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,414.
How expensive are McKinley Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 24 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in McKinley on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,200 to $4,419 - averaging $2,008 for the location.
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