
Cheap Homes for Rent in Merritt Acres Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $1,500 (2 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Merritt Acres?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merritt Acres 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,711 | $1,595 | $1,850 |
Merritt Acres 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,100 | $3,300 |
Merritt Acres 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,137 | $1,750 | $2,525 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merritt Acres Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merritt Acres, NM
As of June 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 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Sun Pointe Park Apartments starting at $1,275 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the North Valley 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. |
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Villa Esperanza | Four Bedroom Two Bath | 4BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Sun Pointe Park Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Poblana Place | P 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
Valley Apartments | Grand Platinum | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Las Mananitas Apartments | Belmar | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Arroyo Vista | Two Bedroom, Two Bath (A) | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Cresta North Valley | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merritt Acres
What type of rentals are currently available in Merritt Acres?
There are currently 97 Apartments for Rent in Merritt Acres, NM with pricing that ranges from $590 to $3,853. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merritt Acres ranging from $1,595 to $3,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merritt Acres?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merritt Acres ranges from $1,595 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,182.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Merritt Acres?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Merritt Acres range from $1,275 to $3,145, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,591.
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