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Desert Creek Apartments
4300 Pan American Fwy NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107
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3505 Tulane Dr NE
AlbuquerqueNM87107
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3135 Comanche Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107
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3400 Comanche Rd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107
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3429 Aztec Rd NE
AlbuquerqueNM87107
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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 | $946 | $572 | $1,854 |
| Merritt Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,161 | $875 | $2,442 |
| Merritt Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $850 | $2,959 |
| Merritt Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,855 | $1,338 | $4,995 |
| Merritt Acres 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $1,591 | $1,591 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merritt Acres Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Cheapest Available Merritt Acres Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merritt Acres area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Desert Creek Apartments priced from $572. Rock Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $855. Here are the most affordable Merritt Acres apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio,1BA | $572 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $855 |
| Cloverleaf Apartments | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merritt Acres, NM
As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merritt Acres area is the $1.41 price per square foot Four Bedroom Two Bath Model at Villa Esperanza in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,586. The second greatest value Merritt Acres apartment is the Type B Model at Griegos Farms starting at $2,325 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merritt Acres apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Esperanza | Four Bedroom Two Bath | 4BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Griegos Farms | Type B | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Arroyo Vista | Two Bedroom, Two Bath (A) | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Peaks at Los Ranchos | Desert Breeze Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Tesota Morningside | A1AR | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Sunchase | Jr One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Comanche Wells | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.34 |
| Cloverleaf Apartments | Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
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Getting Around the Merritt Acres Neighborhood in Albuquerque, NM
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
10 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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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 $1,799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merritt Acres?
The cheapest apartment in Merritt Acres is Arroyo Vista which is listed at $971, while the average apartment in Merritt Acres costs $1,591.
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 12 regular apartments in Merritt Acres that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Merritt Acres?
Cheap apartments in Merritt Acres have an average cost of $929 which is $662 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merritt Acres.
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