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Merritt Acres, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Merritt Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt Acres 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,602 | $1,000 | $2,200 |
| Merritt Acres 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,140 | $1,800 | $2,800 |
| Merritt Acres 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,562 | $2,200 | $6,500 |
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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 $766. Comanche Wells has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $767. 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 | $766 |
| Comanche Wells | S1 | Studio,1BA | $767 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merritt Acres, NM
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merritt Acres area is the $1.09 price per square foot KaloDuo Model at Theta Apartments in the in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Merritt Acres apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT starting at $1,150 with a $1.34 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theta Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Villa Esperanza | Two Bedroom One and a Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Arroyo Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Peaks at Los Ranchos | Desert Breeze Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Lifestyles at Renaissance | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Tesota Morningside | A1AR | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Sunchase Apartments | Jr 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Comanche Wells | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
| Rock Creek | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Merritt Acres?
There are currently 86 Apartments for Rent in Merritt Acres, NM with pricing that ranges from $766 to $2,200. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merritt Acres ranging from $825 to $6,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merritt Acres ranges from $825 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,044.
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