
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Albuquerque Neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM from $726 (31 Rentals)
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Encanto Lofts Apartments

Rock Creek

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Comanche Wells

Cedars - Free Cable & Internet*

Cloverleaf Apartments

Sandia Shadows
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Tesota Morningside

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Siegel Select Albuquerque I

Arroyo Vista

3504 Lafayette Dr NE

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Villas Del Cielo

Large Quiet Two Bedroom

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Midtown Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Albuquerque?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Albuquerque Studio Apartments | $868 | $726 | $1,524 |
| Midtown Albuquerque 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $799 | $2,394 |
| Midtown Albuquerque 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $935 | $2,039 |
| Midtown Albuquerque 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,001 | $1,474 | $2,724 |
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Cheapest Available Midtown Albuquerque Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Albuquerque area of Albuquerque, NM is a Studio unit found at Desert Creek Apartments priced from $726. Encanto Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable Midtown Albuquerque apartments for rent in Albuquerque, NM:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Apartments | SRO-Sleeping room only | Studio, 1BA | $726 |
| Encanto Lofts Apartments | Yucca - Studio | Studio, 1BA | $749 |
| Via Apartments | Studio TC | Studio, 1BA | $786 |
| Comanche Wells | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $806 |
| Cloverleaf Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $900 |
| Siegel Select Albuquerque I | Studio Suite-Monthly Special | Studio, 1BA | $975 |
| Arroyo Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,069 |
| Theta Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR, 2BA | $1,089 |
| Sandia Shadows | 2bd/2ba | 2BR, 2BA | $1,095 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Albuquerque, NM
As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Albuquerque area is the $1.46 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bath MKT UPSTRS Model at Mont 44 Apartments in the North Valley neighborhood starting from $2,058. The second greatest value Midtown Albuquerque apartment is the KaloDuo Model at Theta Apartments in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood starting at $1,089 with a $1.22 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Albuquerque apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mont 44 Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bath MKT UPSTRS | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.46 |
| Theta Apartments | KaloDuo | 2BR, 2BA | $1.22 |
| Sandia Shadows | 2bd/2ba | 2BR, 2BA | $1.26 |
| Villa Esperanza | Two Bedroom One and a Half Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.54 |
| Arroyo Vista | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.63 |
| Villas Del Cielo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.41 |
| Q @ Vassar | Willow | 2BR, 1BA | $1.93 |
| Glo Apartments | Renovated 1-Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.01 |
| Via Apartments | Studio TC | Studio, 1BA | $1.57 |
| Comanche Wells | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $1.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Albuquerque Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown Albuquerque?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown Albuquerque is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Albuquerque?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown Albuquerque is Encanto Lofts Apartments which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Midtown Albuquerque costs $1,091.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown Albuquerque?
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 17 regular apartments in Midtown Albuquerque 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 Midtown Albuquerque?
Cheap apartments in Midtown Albuquerque have an average cost of $264 which is $827 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Albuquerque.
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