
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Merritt Acres Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM (4 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Merritt Acres area of Albuquerque as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


271 San Clemente Ave NW
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243 San Clemente Ave NW, Unit SI ID1604736P

251 San Clemente Ave NW
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merritt Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt Acres Studio Apartments | $863 | $726 | $1,125 |
| Merritt Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $850 | $2,868 |
| Merritt Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,327 | $995 | $2,354 |
| Merritt Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,136 | $1,474 | $4,257 |
| Merritt Acres 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,120 | $4,120 | $4,120 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merritt Acres
How much are Studio apartments in Merritt Acres?
There are currently 32 Studio Apartments in Merritt Acres with rent ranges from $726 to $1,125 with an average price of $1,919.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Merritt Acres Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Merritt Acres ranges from $850 to $2,868 with an average monthly rent of $1,150.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Merritt Acres cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Merritt Acres range from $995 to $2,354. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,327.
How expensive are Merritt Acres Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 15 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Merritt Acres on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,474 to $4,257 - averaging $2,136 for the location.
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