
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Merritt Acres Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $1,114 (20 Rentals)


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Merritt Acres, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merritt Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt Acres Studio Apartments | $842 | $700 | $1,130 |
| Merritt Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,036 | $800 | $1,929 |
Merritt Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $1,114 | $2,465 |
| Merritt Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $1,550 | $1,661 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merritt Acres Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Merritt Acres?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Merritt Acres is under $1,243.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merritt Acres?
The cheapest apartment in Merritt Acres is Theta Apartments which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in Merritt Acres costs $1,605.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merritt Acres?
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 13 regular apartments in Merritt Acres that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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